Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Specialist

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 99,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Flexible schedule

Professional development and training

Be part of public health impact

Diverse and meaningful projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a remote Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Specialist for a respected health-focused nonprofit. You will design and implement M&E frameworks for various programs, collect and analyze data, and prepare reports to demonstrate impact and lessons learned.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree and 4+ years in M&E, with proficiency in SPSS/Stata/R and data visualization. This fully remote role offers flexibility and opportunity to contribute across regions.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Public Health, Statistics, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years experience in monitoring and evaluation, health or development programs.
• Experience in designing and implementing M&E frameworks and systems.
• Proficiency in data analysis software (SPSS, Stata, R) and data visualization.
• Strong report writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Familiarity with health information systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement comprehensive M&E plans and frameworks for health programs.
• Develop data collection tools, surveys, and questionnaires.
• Collect, clean, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data related to program performance and impact.
• Prepare regular M&E reports with findings, recommendations and lessons learned.
• Monitor program activities and provide feedback to ensure effective implementation.
• Conduct baseline, midline, and endline evaluations as required.
• Ensure data quality and integrity throughout the M&E process.
• Collaborate with program staff to integrate M&E findings into program design and decision-making.
• Stay current with best practices in M&E methodologies and tools.
• Maintain an organized database of M&E data and reports.

Skills

Data analysis

Quantitative analysis

Qualitative analysis

Remote work

Education

Master's degree in Public Health or related field

Tools

SPSS

Stata

R

Data visualization tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a highly respected non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing health outcomes in underserved communities, is seeking a skilled Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Specialist. This position is fully remote and will be instrumental in designing and implementing robust M&E frameworks for various health programs. You will be responsible for data collection, analysis, reporting, and ensuring that programs are effective, efficient, and achieving their intended impact. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of M&E methodologies, and the ability to work independently in a virtual environment. This is a vital role supporting initiatives that aim to improve the health and well-being of populations across various regions, including Kimberley, Northern Cape, ZA.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement comprehensive M&E plans and frameworks for health programs.
• Develop data collection tools, surveys, and questionnaires.
• Collect, clean, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data related to program performance and impact.
• Prepare regular M&E reports, including findings, recommendations, and lessons learned.
• Monitor program activities and provide feedback to program teams to ensure effective implementation.
• Conduct baseline, midline, and endline evaluations as required.
• Ensure data quality and integrity throughout the M&E process.
• Collaborate with program staff to integrate M&E findings into program design and decision-making.
• Stay current with best practices and innovations in M&E methodologies and tools.
• Maintain an organized database of M&E data and reports.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Public Health, Statistics, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in monitoring and evaluation, with a focus on health or development programs.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing M&E frameworks and systems.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., SPSS, Stata, R) and data visualization tools.
• Excellent quantitative and qualitative data analysis skills.
• Experience in developing data collection tools and conducting surveys.
• Strong report writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
• Familiarity with health information systems is an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering great flexibility.
• Opportunity to contribute to improving health outcomes remotely.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Be part of a dedicated team focused on public health impact.
• Work on diverse and impactful health projects.