Program Specialist, Monitoring and Evaluation Job at U.S. Embassy in Abuja

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Job Title: Program Specialist, Monitoring and Evaluation, FSN-10/FP-05

Ref: A96012

Location: Abuja – Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Open To: All Interested Candidates

Organisation: United States Mission, Abuja

WORK HOURS: Full-time; 40 hours/week

SALARY: OR-Ordinarily Resident: N4,069,778 per annum (Starting basic Salary)

Position Grade: FSN-10

In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid in accordance with the U.S. Mission Local Compensation Plan (LCP).

NOR-Not Ordinarily Resident: (AEFM) – US$56,323;

EFM/MOH – US$48,338 (Starting Salary) per annum.

Position Grade: FP-05/5

BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION:

•   The incumbent will provide technical expertise to improve HIV/AIDS prevention programs that CDC Nigeria and the Federal Ministry of Health (FMOH) are collaborating on throughout the country.

•   The incumbent will serve as a leader for evaluating progress in program implementation of HIV/AIDS prevention activities conducted by CDC Nigeria and the FMOH by applying both theoretical and practical knowledge of health education, social and behavioral science, evaluation strategies and evaluation research methodology to the design and conduct of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities.

•   He/she will provide assistance to the Medical Epidemiologist, CDC Nigeria and/or FMOH Directors in interpreting data on health objectives and indicators. Incumbent responds to requests from stakeholders for information and technical assistance on M&E strategies for HIV/AIDS treatment, care and prevention programs.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

NOTE: All applicants are instructed to address each selection criterion detailed below

with specific and comprehensive information supporting each criterion.

1. A Master's degree in Medicine (MBBS or MD), Public Health, Epidemiology,

Computer Science, Behavioral Sciences, Applied Mathematics or a strongly

related discipline.

2. Minimum of five (5) years experience, including one (1) year supervisory

experience, with infectious disease prevention or treatment programs at the local,

state or international levels that entailed responsibility for the evaluation of

program activities.

3. Professional training and extensive knowledge in program monitoring and

evaluation.

4. Level IV (fluency) Speaking/ Writing in English is required.

5. Basic computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel packages and

applications such as Epi Info or related statistical software packages.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested applicants for this position MUST submit the following, or the application will not be considered:

1. Application for U.S. Federal Employment (DS-174) ; plus.

2. Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application.

3. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.

4. A type-written and signed application letter specifically applying for this position, and addressing the minimum requirements as advertised. Please reference the job title and announcement number on the application letter.

Instructions for Completing DS-174

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:

Human Resources Office Abuja

Plot 1075 Dip. Drive Central District, Abuja

Attention: Recruitment.

Email Address: HRNigeria@state.gov

POINT OF CONTACT

Telephone: 09-461-4000 ext 4261

Fax: 09-461-4036

Deadline: 06 June 2012.

Source: United States Mission Nigeria Job Vacancy Announcement

Program Specialist, Monitoring and Evaluation Job