To join our team, Wezesha is looking for a dedicated and experienced Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Lead. This is a chance to work with a fast-growing, early-stage company where you can shape our MEL strategy and produce top-notch articles and research. In order to assess the effects of our citizen feedback initiatives on Tanzania’s healthcare system, the MEL Lead will be in charge of developing, putting into place, and overseeing monitoring and evaluation methods. The perfect applicant will be technically proficient in monitoring and assessment techniques, possess outstanding report-writing abilities, and have a great deal of experience leading research teams, implementing RCTs, and publishing study findings.
To join our team, Wezesha is looking for a dedicated and experienced Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Lead. This is a chance to work with a fast-growing, early-stage company where you can shape our MEL strategy and produce top-notch articles and research. In order to assess the effects of our citizen feedback initiatives on Tanzania’s healthcare system, the MEL Lead will be in charge of developing, putting into place, and overseeing monitoring and evaluation methods. The perfect applicant will be technically proficient in monitoring and assessment techniques, possess outstanding report-writing abilities, and have a great deal of experience leading research teams, implementing RCTs, and publishing study findings.
Key Responsibilities
Design and Implementation:
- Create and manage the application of MEL frameworks and techniques to evaluate the influence and efficacy of Wezesha’s initiatives.
- To guarantee accurate and high-quality data gathering, design and execute protocols, techniques, and instruments for both quantitative and qualitative data collecting.
Data Analysis and Reporting:
- Analyze data thoroughly to produce insights and guide ongoing program improvements.
- Create and manage program monitoring dashboards that are automated and updated in real time to show important quantitative performance indicators.
- Create program reports of the highest caliber, as well as research articles, presentations, and evaluation reports for internal and external stakeholders.
Research and Publications:
- Oversee the planning and implementation of thorough research projects, such as RCTs, in cooperation with outside scientists, assessors, and government
- Oversee the process of research findings being published in peer-reviewed journals and other appropriate venues.
Team Management:
- Oversee and guide a group of MEL employees and research assistants, promoting a cooperative and efficient work atmosphere.
- Train employees and develop their capacity in MEL best practices and procedures.
Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:
- Establish and uphold all forms of communication about research with a wide range of stakeholders, such as government representatives, outside scholars and Principal Investigators, national and international research organizations, and internal personnel.
- Oversee the independent data gathering company by ensuring that important tasks are completed on time and that communications are sent out on schedule.
- Oversee the procedure for obtaining all necessary research approvals, including those from government and ethics committees.
- Work together with program teams to incorporate MEL activities into the planning and execution of programs.
- Interact with stakeholders, donors, and outside partners to share findings and facilitate the distribution of outcomes.
Qualifications
Education:
- A master’s degree or above in a relevant discipline, such as public health, epidemiology, social sciences, or statistics. Master’s degree preference.
Experience:
- A minimum of five years’ worth of monitoring and evaluation experience, primarily in regard to health initiatives.
- A track record of success leading research teams and carrying out excellent research, including RCTs.
- A track record of producing and disseminating research papers in journals with peer review.(Optional)
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency with data analysis and statistical tools (e.g., SPSS, Stata, R)
- Familiarity in creating and utilizing data visualisation tools, ideally with business intelligence tools like PowerBI and Tableau
- Strong analytical abilities with the capacity to decipher difficult data and produce insights that can be put to use.
Communication Skills:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in Swahili is a strong advantage.
- Ability to produce clear, concise, and comprehensive reports and presentations.
Other Skills:
- Strong capacity to manage several activities and deadlines in a project management context.
- Exceptional focus on detail and dedication to delivering work of the highest caliber.
- The capacity to function well both individually and in a group.
- Managing stakeholders between the government and researchers (preferred)
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Application Process
To be considered for the role of Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Lead, interested candidates should send their resume, a cover letter outlining their relevant experience, and a writing sample of an academic or research paper or report they have authored to careers@wezesha.or.tz by October 7, 2024. Until the post is filled, applications will be examined on a rolling basis.
Wezesha employs people with equal opportunities. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace for each and every employee, and we celebrate diversity.
