Monitoring and Evaluation Intern at Helen Keller International

Helen Keller International (HKI), established in 1915, is an international non-governmental organization (NGO) dedicated to saving the sight and lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged. Headquartered in New York City, HKI currently conducts programs in 21 countries in Africa and Asia, as well as in the United States.

HKI implements integrated package of cost-effective interventions that are proven to improve maternal and child nutrition. HKI supports policies and programs on food fortification, vitamin A supplementation, infant and young child feeding, nutrition-sensitive agriculture, community-based management of acute malnutrition and prevention and treatment of neglected tropical diseases. At the core of HKI’s programs is advocacy and social behavior change communication to various stakeholders. HKI also undertakes cutting-edge research to influence policy decisions and inform program quality.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Intern

Location: Akwa Ibom
Job Type: Full Time

Background

• The key expectation of the M&E Intern’s position is to support the M&E Associate in ensuring that Helen Keller Intl’s M&E system within the state is well positioned to provide continuous technical guidance, capacity building, M&E systems strengthening to Helen Keller supported activities.

Specific Responsibilities

• Willingness to operate in remote LGAs/communities overseeing mass drug administration for NTDs.
• Identify learning opportunities and proactively engage in activities outlined in the implementation plan.
• Assist the state program team in conducting training sessions for program implementers.
• Support the state team in executing key activities, including supervising mass drug administration, data validation and collection, and morbidity management such as hydrocele surgery.
• Aid in entering program data by assisting contracted resident independent monitors during data entry into the national template.
• Participate in the distribution of NTDs commodities from the state medical store to health facilities, ensuring adherence to distribution plans.
• Engage in data quality assessment exercises such as spot checks, data validation, and supervisor’s coverage surveys.
• Collaborate closely with resident independent monitors to archive both softcopies and hardcopies of financial documents and ODK supervision checklists.
• Adhere strictly to Helen Keller International policies and procedures as outlined in the organization’s manuals.
• Maintain a professional and respectful demeanor, reflecting positively on Helen Keller International and preserving the organization's image.
• Assist in developing case studies and success stories from program implementation.
• Fulfill any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university.
• At least 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in community-based programming is advantageous.
• Exceptional communication skills and a compassionate approach towards beneficiaries.
• Proficient in both verbal and written communication.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Proficiency in Ibibio language.
• Adequate IT skills.

Application Closing Date
10th May, 2024.