Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist at GIZ Nigeria
International cooperation between Germany and Nigeria commenced in 1974. GIZ was initially represented by an office in Lagos until 2003, but since 2004 it has maintained a country office and four project offices in the new capital Abuja. At present, GIZ has around 25 seconded staff, 100 Nigerian and regional experts, and four CIM experts working in Nigeria.
Nigeria is Africa’s largest economy and has a population of 175 million, making it the continent’s most populous country. With a young, highly motivated and growing population, abundant natural resources and an increasingly diversified economy, Nigeria is not only a regional power but also an increasingly significant political player on the African continent and in the world. However, Nigeria faces major challenges. So far, its substantial oil revenues have had little impact on poverty. More than two-thirds of the population still live in extreme poverty and unemployment remains high. Sustainable economic and social development is hampered by corruption and by regional, ethnic, religious and social differences and the associated conflicts, which sometimes lead to attacks and unrest.
As agreed between the Nigerian and German Governments, GIZ’s activities since 2002 have focused on sustainable economic development. GIZ is also engaged in the energy sector, agriculture and regional integration.
The ‘Pro-poor Growth and Employment Promotion in Nigeria’ (SEDIN) programme aims to increase income-generating employment in micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), and improve access to financial services. The programme is currently being implemented in Abuja and in Niger, Ogun and Plateau states.
The Nigerian and German Governments also cooperate in the energy sector. On behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), GIZ provides advisory services to Nigerian partners on topics such as rural electrification, energy efficiency and renewable energies, and is contributing to the success of the Nigeria-German Energy Partnership (NGEP) as well.
GIZ provides support to the ECOWAS Commission (Economic Community of West African States) in Abuja, focusing on the management, implementation and monitoring of ECOWAS decisions on economic and trade policy, and peace and security.
In addition, two regional programmes focusing on agriculture are under way in Nigeria. The first aims to promote African rice value chains; the second builds the capacities of market-oriented small-scale farming. The purpose of both programmes is to achieve sustainable improvements in the livelihoods and food security of poor farmers in Nigeria and other West African countries.
A distinctive feature of GIZ’s activities in Nigeria is the high level of cofinancing obtained from other sources, primarily the European Union (EU) and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. These additional funds make it possible to broaden the scope and intensity of the programmes being implemented on behalf of the BMZ, boosting the effectiveness of German development cooperation with Nigeria.Vacancy Announcement 012
Responsibilities & tasks:
Responsibilities
The Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor will support the designing and implementation of monitoring and evaluation systems/tools, collection/analysis of data and its evaluation, as well as ensure effective impact monitoring and reporting for the project in line with the requirements of the commissioning parties (EU and BMZ) and the implementing agency.
Tasks
Designing and implementing a monitoring and evaluation (M&E) system/tools for the program/project.
Providing input for reports to the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and the EU and support the development annual workplans and budgets.
Supporting the information, knowledge management, communication and public relations work of the project by providing results data.
Liaising with and providing information to internal and external evaluators.
Supporting partner institutions (FMAFS), government MDAs, financial intermediaries, business development organisations, associations, and companies active in the areas of business support services.
In close consultation with the Head of Project, prepare and carry out qualitative and quantitative research/surveys on the project and the project environment (developing survey instruments, field trials, training field staff, organisational preparation in the field, collecting and analyzing data), report writing.
Representing the programme at partners’ activities (especially those relating to result-based monitoring, progress reviews and
evaluation) and contributes actively and meaningfully to discussions and the decision-making process.
Supporting institutional capacity development of staff in line with the planned outcomes and results of the project.
Performing other work-related duties as required.
Required qualifications, Competences and Experience
Qualifications
University degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Business Administration, Social Science, or any related field.
Professional experience
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar position.
Strong knowledge and understanding of results-based planning, monitoring, and reporting.
Demonstrated technical experience in carrying out similar assignments for international development organizations is highly desirable (Prior experience with the EU and/or GIZ systems would be an added advantage)
Demonstrated practical experience in developing work plans, results framework, baseline studies and designing high-level
M&E methodologies/approaches, data collection/analysis and data quality and evaluation and clear presentation of findings.
Other knowledge, additional competences
Strong awareness and practical experience in gender integration and other inclusivity topics.
Fluent written and oral knowledge of English.
Flexible to take on additional responsibilities as assigned.
Ability to function effectively in a diverse work environment.
Experience working in and with International Organizations.