Technical Lead (Monitoring and Evaluation) WRHI (Gophelega) Ekurhuleni

Main purpose of the job:

• To lead the formulation of the monitoring and evaluation strategy in line with program and organizational objectives and oversee all monitoring and evaluation plans, reports, and activities of the program

Location:

• Wits RHI Ekurhuleni - Gauteng

Key performance areas:

• Lead the development and implementation of monitoring and reporting systems that provide prompt real-time data analytics and performance reporting for program management and donor compliance
• Oversee all activities of the monitoring and reporting portfolio
• Develop M&E plans and strategy within national and/or donor guidelines
• Communicate the Wits RHI M&E strategy to all relevant stakeholders
• Lead technical meetings with internal & external stakeholders
• Provide guidance towards appropriate collection and reporting of routine and ad hoc district data and data management
• Provide M&E technical assistance, as required to Wits RHI projects
• Develop and implement systems to identify gaps and improve the data quality of the program
• Identify and implement efficiencies in data collection, compilation, review, reporting, feedback, and action plans
• Comply with requests for information emanating from USAID/PEPFAR
• Coordinate the compilation and submission of all monitoring and evaluation reports
• Identify areas in the supported district’s M&E and data management system that need to be strengthened to ensure effective implementation of the institute’s technical strategy and in support of donor and DoH priorities
• Identify training needs of the Wits RHI district team and DoH stakeholders
• Liaise with the Wits RHI Training and Teaching Department to address training needs and implement training interventions
• In conjunction with the Wits RHI Training Technical and Teaching Department, monitor the delivery and quality of training at the district level
• Identify opportunities for, and conduct M&E-related operations research (including evaluations) at sites/projects supported by the institute
• Where applicable, write grant proposals, protocols, and ethics applications in order to fund and carry out relevant research
• Ensure appropriate communication/feedback of research findings to stakeholders
• Produce publications and/or reports relating to research
• Produce abstracts and conference presentations
• Contribute to the compilation of non-research related reports
• Act as the first point of contact for Gophelega M&E for stakeholders, donors, and internally where appropriate
• Provide M&E support for RFAs (when applicable)
• Contribute to the preparation for donor evaluations/audits of Wits RHI (when applicable)
• Support district with target-setting initiatives
• Attend to all staffing requirements and administration
• Supervise and manage the duties of subordinates to ensure optimal staff utilization and maintenance of sound labor relations
• Set and review work plans
• Perform and facilitate performance development and assessments
• Identify substandard performance by team members and take necessary corrective action
• Coach and train subordinates and team members to ensure the acquisition of knowledge and skills required by the organization
• Promote harmony, teamwork, and sharing of information
• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrates effective self-management
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintained
• Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback
• Take ownership of driving your own career development by participating in ongoing training and
• development activities such as conferences, workshops, etc.
• Proactively builds relationships with other technical heads and readily offers support to colleagues within the Institute
• Communicates proactively, frequently, and clearly with other colleagues

Required minimum education and training:

• Master or Postgraduate degree in appropriate discipline
• Proficiency in Microsoft office

Required minimum work experience:

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in monitoring and evaluation and a minimum of 5 years of senior management experience in complex projects

Desirable additional education, work experience, and personal abilities:

• Qualification or training in monitoring and evaluation systems
• Qualification or training in information systems or health management information systems
• Experience working in a donor-funded environment and thorough knowledge of PEPFAR reporting systems
• Specialized knowledge and demonstrated expertise in the area of monitoring and evaluation and data management
• Demonstrated leadership, management, and change management ability, including the ability to manage a diverse team
• Demonstrated history of influencing positive change with external stakeholders, and developing and maintaining relationships at all levels of Wits RHI and partner organizations
• Positive, energetic team leader with an ability to adapt to complex situations, manage stress, and deliver goals pro-actively
• Organized with a thorough and accurate approach to work
• Attention to detail

Demands of the job:

• National travel will and overtime may be required from time to time
• Must be contactable after working hours
• May be required to work at sites that are under-resourced and operate in a highly pressurized environment

Communications and relationships:

• Maintain effective working relationships with Senior Management and Wits RHI staff at all levels
• Communicate effectively with all external stakeholders such as donors, Department of Health (DoH), media, medical and academic institutions, community, and other partner organizations

TO APPLY:

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV.
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• The closing date for all applications: 19 July 2022.
• Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
• Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.

Please note:

• Our Client, WHC - RHI, maintains mandatory Covid-19 requirements, and as such only Covid-19 vaccinated incumbents will be considered for positions.
• WHC, in accordance with its Employment Equity goals and plan, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
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