About Helium Health
Helium Health is a full-service Healthtech company that provides a suite of solutions for healthcare providers, payers, and patients in emerging markets — at the core of which is our SaaS based electronic medical records/hospital management information system (EMR/HMIS).
Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist
Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Description
- We are looking to hire a Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Specialist who will play a critical role in enhancing the organization’s Public Health Unit’s capacity to measure and improve the impact of its programs and initiatives.
- This role involves developing research outputs, monitoring project performance, and supporting the creation of evaluation frameworks.
- The MEL Specialist will also ensure effective knowledge dissemination and contribute to the continuous improvement of organizational practices.
Responsibilities
Research and Documentation:
- Develop and finalize high-quality research papers, policy briefs, and advocacy documents that inform program strategies and influence public health policy.
- Identify suitable journals and platforms for the publication of research findings, ensuring that the organization’s work reaches relevant academic and professional audiences.
Project Monitoring:
- Monitor project indicators and metrics throughout the project lifecycle, from inception to completion, ensuring that all activities are aligned with the intended outcomes and objectives.
- Conduct regular reviews and updates on project progress, identifying potential risks and recommending corrective actions as needed.
Impact Evaluation:
- Assist in the development and implementation of tools and methodologies for evaluating the impact of research and program initiatives.
- Conduct comprehensive impact evaluations on all products and services developed within the organization, providing insights to improve future projects.
M&E Framework Development:
- Support the design and development of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) frameworks, including theories of change, logic models, and results frameworks, for proposals and grant applications.
- Collaborate with program teams to ensure that M&E frameworks are integrated into program design and implementation.
Data Management and Analysis:
- Ensure the timely collection, analysis, and reporting of data to support project monitoring and evaluation efforts.
- Make relevant data and information readily available for use by the communications team, facilitating the creation of impactful reports and presentations.
Knowledge Sharing and Capacity Building:
- Facilitate knowledge sharing within the organization by documenting lessons learned and best practices from program implementation and evaluations.
- Provide training and support to staff on M&E tools, methodologies, and best practices, building the organization’s capacity in monitoring and evaluation.
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to align M&E activities with broader organizational goals and donor requirements.
- Engage with partners, donors, and other key stakeholders to communicate findings and promote evidence-based decision-making.
Quality Assurance:
- Conduct quality assurance checks on M&E processes and outputs to ensure the accuracy, reliability, and validity of data and findings.
- Continuously seek opportunities to improve M&E systems and processes, staying up-to-date with the latest trends and innovations in the field.
Requirements
- First Degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Statistics, or a related field and relevant certification in Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning from a recognized institution.
- Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in monitoring, evaluation, and learning within the public health or development sector
- Strong analytical skills with experience in developing M&E frameworks and conducting impact evaluations.
- Proficiency in data analysis software and tools (e.g., SPSS, STATA, R).
- Excellent communication skills, with a proven ability to write clear and impactful research papers, reports, and policy briefs.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Willingness to work remotely in neighborhood venues and to travel to other locations as required for the role.
Remuneration
This role offers a competitive salary and a performance-based bonus in a collaborative work environment with a dynamic and diverse team. We also offer tremendous potential with a growing global organization.
Benefits:
- Health cover, paid time off (vacation, parental leave, study leave), home service options and other benefits and perks.