Monitoring & Evaluation Officer at Finpact Development Foundation (FINDEF)

Finpact Development Foundation (FINDEF) is an indigenous non-governmental organization. Our focus is on delivering lasting value through the work we do, making us trusted advisors to all our partners. We are actively involved in the food security, livelihood and education projects, as well as government-led NGO coordination committee platform. Our local presence, capacity, experience, relationships, understanding of local culture and context are all major factors that enable us deliver humanitarian response. We are guided by humanitarian principles and our working philosophy with partners includes commitment to transparency, accountability, shared goals, honesty and trust. We keep a fast paced environment where self-motivated and independent Individuals who are looking to constantly develop themselves thrive well. We pride ourselves in working at hard to reach communities while maintaining keen focus on culture and management structures that support excellent interaction with partners and stakeholders.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Monitoring & Evaluation Officer

Location: Borno
Job type: Full-time

Job Description

• To ensure effective implementation and documentation of project implementation by monitoring project activities and evaluating their outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) plan for the project
• Conduct regular assessments of the nutrition needs of the target population and develop plans to address any identified needs.
• Conduct regular monitoring visits to project sites to assess the implementation and impact of activities
• Collect, analyze, and report on project data to ensure accurate and timely reporting of project results
• Develop tools and techniques for data collection and analysis to measure project outcomes and impacts
• Ensure project data is entered and analyzed in a timely manner and data quality is maintained
• Provide regular progress reports to the Project Manager and stakeholders, highlighting areas for improvement and suggesting remedial actions as necessary
• Work with project teams to ensure effective implementation of project activities and timely achievement of project objectives
• Conduct end-of-project evaluations to determine the impact and sustainability of project activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field, such as Statistics, International Development, or Monitoring and Evaluation
• At least 3 years of experience in monitoring and evaluation of development projects
• Experience working with humanitarian organizations, particularly in crisis response and recovery programs
• Experience with data analysis software, such as SPSS or Stata, is preferred.

Personal Attributes:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Familiarity with WFP monitoring and evaluation standards and guidelines
• Willingness to work in challenging and dynamic environments.

Additional Information:

• The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping those affected by crisis, and the ability to work effectively in a challenging environment.
• They should be self-motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• This position requires an individual who is able to manage their time effectively, prioritize tasks, and take initiative in solving problems.
• The candidate should have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong relationships with local partners, stakeholders, and communities.

Application Closing Date
31st March, 2023.