Jhpiego is an international non-profit health organization affiliated with Johns Hopkins University. For more than 50 years now, Jhpiego has empowered front-line health workers by designing and implementing effective, low-cost, hands-on solutions to strengthen the delivery of health care services for women and their families. 

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has awarded a voluntary medical male circumcision (VMMC) activity to the ‘Reaching Impact, Saturation and Epidemic Control’ (RISE) Project in Tanzania. RISE will support Iringa, Morogoro, Njombe, Singida and Tabora regions working collaboratively with the President’s Office Regional Administration and Local Government (PORALG), Ministry of Health (MOH) and Ministry of Community Development, Gender, Women and Special Groups (MOCDGWSG) through Regional and Council Health Management Teams (R/CHMTs). 

Monitoring and Evaluation Assistants [Five positions based in Iringa, Morogoro, Njombe, Singida and Tabora] 

Position Overview:

The Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant (MEA) provides data management, analysis and utilization support to the project team in the assigned region. S/he creates awareness of targets, supports data reporting through the national and donor data systems, monitors progress towards achieving targets and provides regular analysis to promote timely course correction using data for decision-making (D4D). The MEA supports data quality and verification measures implemented by R/CHMTs as part of their supportive supervision and continuously builds their capacity and use of D4D. The MEA serves as the Jhpiego regional M&E point of contact. 

Qualifications and Requirements: 

• Degree or equivalent experience in the information or data science, biostatistics, health informatics, digital health, M&E, research, action learning or evidence-based practice. 
• At least 5 years of experience implementing monitoring, evaluation, research, and data analysis activities, particularly HIV prevention. Experience with VMMC is desirable. 
• Experience managing M&E activities in donor-funded programs is an added advantage. Experience using DHIS2 and DATIM databases, data collection using digital platforms (e.g. CommCare, ODK) and data visualization applications (e.g. MS Power Bi) preferred.
• Field oriented and comfortable using data with R/CHMTs, health care providers, and CSOs, inspiring teamwork and motivating colleagues and partners to embrace D4D. 
• Experience working with USAID, MOH, PORALG, INGOs and CSOs desirable. 
• Strong change management, results oriented and decision-making skills. 
• Demonstrated experience facilitating training and building the capacity of individuals and organizations.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 50% time.

Jhpiego offers a competitive package for selected candidates in line with salary history, academic qualifications, and relevant experience.

To apply, please indicate the position title of the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email. Applications should also include an up-to-date CV, three contactable professional references, and a cover letter. Applications, which do NOT include ALL of these elements, will NOT be considered. 

All applications should be sent through email: HRTZ@jhpiego.org Electronics applications are encouraged. The subject on your application email should be the title of the position you are applying for so that we do not miss your application. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The closing date for applications is Friday 10 June 2022 at 5:00 p.m 

Jhpiego is an equal opportunity employer promoting gender, equity, and diversity. Persons with disabilities and other minority groups are encouraged to apply 

Caution to the applicants: 

Some fake adverts online require candidates to apply through email addresses of public domains, e.g., Yahoo, Gmail, Hotmail, etc. Kindly note: HRTZ@jhpiego.org is the address to use all the time. Please ignore any of those adverts. We also DO NOT charge any application fee nor entertain any meetings or telephone calls. If shortlisted, you will get an official call from our office and receive the required steps. If you suspect any wrongdoing, please write to the Manager, Human Resource through inquiries.tz@jhpiego.org