Monitoring, Evaluation and Quality Improvement Manger
Partners in Health (PIH) is a non-profit organization based in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, whose mission is to provide a preferential option for the poor in health care, Through service delivery, training, advocacy and research, PIH works globally to bring the benefits of modern science to those most in need and to serve as an antidote to despair, PIH has programs in Haiti, Peru, Guatemala, Mexico, Russia, Rwanda, Lesotho, Malawi, Burundi, Kazakhtsan , the Dominican Republic and Boston
PIH began working in Malawi in 2007, where today we serve a catchment area of 147,000 people through 12 health centers and 2 hospitals in partnership with our sister organizations, Abwenzi Pa Za Umoyo (APZU) is in Neno district and we seek to recruit suitably qualified and experienced candidate for the following position tenable at Neno Boma and Lisungwi
Monitoring, Evaluation and Quality Improvement Manger
Reports to Director of monitoring, Evaluation, and Quality Improvement (MEQ), Location: Neno District Hospital, Malawi
Requires a diverse set of skills and experience and will require excellent managerial, project management, financial/budget management, technical and public speaking skills, will be required to work collaboratively with APZU colleagues and representatives of local and national NGOs, and ministries, including the ministry of Health and Ministry of Local Govt
Under the direct supervision of the Director of Monitoring, Evaluation and Quality Improvement (MEQ) and as guided by the PIH Boston MEQ team, the MEQ Manager’s key responsibilities will include Supervising and mentoring our 15-memebr MEQ team, including workplan development and weekly check-ins with direct reports (MEQ) Officers), Assisting the Director of MEQ in preparing and tracking performance/expenditure against the annual MEQ workplan and budget, Creating and implementing robust monitoring, evaluation and quality improvement systems in coordination with relevant MOH/PIH managers and coordinators, Supporting MEQ research and grant responsibilities, including protocol/proposal development, implementation and reporting, Representing the MEQ team at APZU management meetings and at local/national meetings, Ensuring high-quality data and timely results dissemination from MEQ activities, which will include drafting reports, abstracts, posters, manuscripts and presentations, The MEQ Manager may need to work outside normal business hours to meet deadlines, Working closely with MEQ Director and HMIS Officer to improve HMIS reporting and data use, Ensuring confidentiality of clients is respected and protected at all times, Performing any other duties requested by the M&E Director, Maintaining a though understanding of PIH’s mission, strategy and approach to addressing health issues in settings of poverty, and serve as an advocate for its work both within the organization and externally
Candidates with an MPH or MSc Public Health are strongly preferred, Bachelors Degree, together with course work in epidemiology, statistics and qualitative research methods is required, At least 3 yrs of direct management experience required, At least 3 yrs of MEQ experience in the health sector required, with some experience in designing and conducting impact evaluations, Proven ability to manage budgets, achieve results, ensure quality, and build team sand capacity, Strong computer skills required, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, access and Power Point) and statistical software, Proficiency in NVivo will be an advantage, Ideal candidate will have teaching experience, particularly in hosting trainings,/skill development sessions for staff or students, and be an enthusiastic MEQ mentor, High level of maturity, attention to detail, and professionalism required, Strong written and presentation skills required, recent publications or conference presentations are an added advantage, Flexibility is a must for this position activities and priorities may change over time and demonstrated, Excellent interpersonal skills, including cultural sensitivity, assertiveness and negotiating skills, Fluency in both Chichewa and English (reading, writing and speaking skills) is required, Willingness to live in Neno Boma and travel to remote health centers regularly.
All interested candidates should submit their applications and detailed CV with traceable refs to The Human Resources Director, Partners in Health, P O Box 56, Neno, or email to apzuhr@pih.org not later than October 9th Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
