Number of Opening : 2
Reports To: Finance Coordinator
Employment Type: Full-Time (12 months)
Due to the urgency of the position, GPON has the right to recruit a candidate who matches the required profile before the above deadline.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The MEAL Officer will support the MERL Coordinator and Project Coordinator in ensuring that all activities are carried out in accordance with the objectives, beneficiaries\' criteria, budget and deadlines. As the MEAL Officer, you will ensure the effective implementation of the project in line with GPON\'s monitoring and evaluation framework, the updating of the project\'s monitoring and evaluation plan and its effective & efficient implementation.
You will also monitor and update the Project Implementation Plan, identifying data sources to capture performance and impact indicators in collaboration with the project team. It will also be your responsibility to participate in the development and regular updating of the project database, as well as the mapping of project areas and support the project team and its partners in the identification of critical events that can enable the formulation of lesson learned, and the taking into account of decisions favouring the success of the project.
ABOUT YOU
The M&E Officer should have a degree in Social Sciences, Statistics or an equivalent, along with experience in a development organisation.
You must be familiar with the context in Northwest, and have a good command of IT tools. Your atleast one (1) year experience in research and evaluation, participatory planning, monitoring and evaluation, and the development of community development projects will be an added advantage in you accomplishing the obligations of this role.
Job Overview/Summary
The purpose of the MEAL Officer position is to coordinate the collection, compilation, consolidation, and analysis of data, and track programs/ projects activities, monitor progress and support impact measurement across Zamfara states.  S/he will also serve as the focal person for all development research, engage in reflective practice, and generate lessons from projects/program and prepare MEAL plans for GPON/CP/EIE Outcome sectors.  S/he is responsible for establishing and ensuring better field level data management systems for the core program s/he assigned to and coordinates the proper and timely evaluation of project objectives/impact.  S/he will contribute to the existing client response mechanisms and ensure program staff participation in MEAL activities.  The position holder will closely work with the project coordinator, front line staff, and community/facility volunteers.  S/he also will work closely with the MEAL unit on technical matters and reports to the MEAL Coordinator.
Key Areas of Accountabilities
Monitoring and Evaluation:

Develop robust MEAL plans, systems, processes, and tools for the project in line with GPON and donor requirements.
Take the lead in data collection efforts for the project, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Conduct in-depth data analysis to derive actionable insights and recommendations from project data.
Execute quarterly monitoring, and accountability activities to enhance project performance, including quality benchmarks, data quality assessments, and/or data quality assessments.
Document data collection and analysis findings, contributing to comprehensive and informative reports.
Ensure monthly updates to the GPON’s Project reporting Information Management & Evidence system logframe, accurately reflecting project progress and achievements.
Monitor the implementation of programs, ensuring that activities are carried out according to standards and protocols.
Accountable for the recruitment of enumerators and support in other survey including engagement of consultants.

Accountability:

Ensure the project is implementing the 3 pillars of Accountability – Information sharing, participation and feedback & reporting and providing relevant documentation.
Assist in establishing robust accountability mechanisms, ensuring the voices of project participants are considered in project adaptation/design and implementation.
Conduct periodic community feedback and stakeholder meetings to gather input, feedback, and insights on the program, enhancing community engagement, and promoting transparency and accountability.

Knowledge Management & Learning:

Actively engage in program learning initiatives, facilitating discussions and knowledge-sharing sessions among project teams.
Support in the archiving of Project Documents in the Resource Centre
Support in the development of case studies and success stories for the project.

Information management and reporting 

Support in reviewing and maintaining centralize project information management system.
Responsible for compiling and reporting monthly sector working group report such as 5W.
Ensure high quality data are available on a regular and timely basis for reporting and programmatic decision making.

Qualifications

Minimum of B.Sc. Degree or equivalent qualification in Education, Demography, Statistics, Information Technology, Computer Science, or any related courses.

Skills and Experience:
Essential:

At least 3 years of experience working in MEAL for Humanitarian/developmental organizations.
Experience in implementing education or child protection programs is an added advantage.
Very good communication and interpersonal skills, including ability to communicate technical issues effectively and persuasively.
Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
Commitment to and understanding of GPON’s aims, values, and principles including rights-based approaches and children’s participation.

Level Of Contact With Children
High contact- the job responsibilities of this position require the post holder to have very frequent contact with children. It is expected that children shall be protected at all times.
Salary and conditions: NGN 600,000 – NGN800,000. The income will be subject to statutory deductions as per applicable Nigeria laws. The employee is responsible for the tax returns.
The position is for Nigerian nationals only and qualified female candidates based in Kastina and Zamafara are encouraged to apply.