Union Aid

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We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Officer with a MD degree (Medical Doctor) and 5 years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 3 years of experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in health systems, monitoring, and evaluation, with experience in conducting regular visits to health facilities and field sites in Kabul as well as other provinces. The M&E Officer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing M&E systems to ensure the effectiveness and impact of health programs. The role requires strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills to drive data-driven decision-making and improve health outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• • Design and implement robust M&E frameworks, systems, and tools for health programs.
  • Ensure alignment of M&E activities with organizational goals, donor requirements, and national health policies.
  • Develop and update M&E plans, indicators, and data collection methodologies specific to health programs.
  • Oversee data collection, analysis, and reporting processes to ensure accuracy and reliability.
  • Use statistical software and tools (e.g., SPSS, STATA, Excel, etc.) to analyze health data and generate insights.
  • Prepare high-quality reports, dashboards, and visualizations for organization and internal/external stakeholders.
  • Conduct regular and comprehensive visits to health facilities and field sites to monitor program implementation, assess progress, and identify challenges.
  • Provide technical support to health facility staff on data collection, reporting, and M&E best practices.
  • Ensure that health facilities comply with M&E requirements and standards.
  • Conduct baseline, mid-term, and end-line evaluations to measure the impact of health programs.
  • Analyze health data to identify trends, gaps, and areas for improvement.
  • Provide evidence-based recommendations for program improvement.
  • Train and mentor health facility staff and technical staff on M&E concepts, tools, and best practices.
  • Build the capacity of health team members to collect, analyze, and use health data effectively.
  • Ensure timely submission of high-quality reports to line manager, donors and stakeholders.
  • Maintain compliance with organizational, donor, and national health M&E requirements.
  • Track and report on key performance indicators, and health/non-health programs outcomes.
  • Supervise and lead the M&E team, ensuring effective collaboration and performance.
  • Coordinate with health program teams, partners, and stakeholders to integrate M&E into program planning and implementation.
  • Represent the organization in M&E-related forums and meetings.

Qualifications and Experience:

Education:

• Medical Doctor (MD) degree with 5 years of experience in monitoring and evaluation, preferably in the health sector.
• OR Master’s degree in Public Health, Health Systems Management, Monitoring & Evaluation, or a related field with 3 years of experience.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in monitoring and evaluation, preferably in the health sector.
• Proven experience in designing and managing M&E systems for health programs.
• Strong experience in quantitative and qualitative data analysis and reporting.
• Experience with donor-funded health projects and familiarity with donor reporting requirements.
• Experience conducting regular visits to health facilities and field sites.
• Experience in BPHS & EPHS and well-versed in using DHIS2 tools for data management and reporting.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in M&E software and tools (e.g., SPSS, STATA, NVivo, KOBO, DHIS2, etc.).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Knowledge of health systems and national health policies.

• Please write the Job title/Vacancy Number on the subject line of your email.
• Attach your updated CV and application letter
• Aplications received after the closing date will not be considered
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hr@unionaid.org