Save the Children is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in the lives of children in over 120 countries around the world. Recognized for our commitment to accountability, innovation and collaboration, our work takes us into the heart of communities, where we help children and families help themselves. We work with other organizations, governments, non-profits and a variety of local partners while maintaining our own independence without political agenda or religious orientation. Save the Children’s mission is to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.
Save the Children is looking for experienced development professionals to work within the Nigeria Country Programme. These roles will be critical for the delivery of results for children expected by this programme.
Job Title: Monitoring & Evaluation and Value for Money Advisor
Location: Abuja
Job Description
- To assume a lead technical role in developing, implementing, and maintaining effective and appropriate Monitoring and Evaluation systems for all project activities.
- This will include a particular focus on monitoring and evaluating the project’s Value for Money (economy, efficiency, and effectiveness).
- The post will involve coordination with project management and state teams, and in line with DFID reporting requirements, and with SC guidelines and best practices.
Qualifications:
Candidate must have at least a professional qualification at postgraduate level or equivalent in economics or related disciplined and 5 years of direct experience in monitoring and evaluation related to one or more of these fields: health, HIV, nutrition and/or economics; experience of cost benefit analysis, economic appraisal or other value for money methodologies and working within budget constraints; previous experience with local or international NGOs; advanced computer literacy with advanced training in quantitative methodologies, including database management and qualitative research techniques; experience working with social protection or cash transfer programmes is desirable.
Application Closing Date
18th August, 2014
Method of Application
Kindly send your C.V. and covering letter on or before 18th August, 2014 explaining why you are suitable to:
[email protected] . State position clearly in the subject field as applications without appropriate subject will be disqualified. Also, applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.