29 May 2012

VACANCIES at AMERICAN EMBASSY : SPECIALIST, MONITORING & EVALUATION


The American Embassy in Abuja is seeking for a qualified person to fill the position below:
Job Title: SPECIALIST, MONITORING & EVALUATION
LOCATION: Abuja
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent will provide technical expertise to improve HIV/AIDS prevention
programs that CDC Nigeria and the Federal Ministry of Health (FMOH) are collaborating
on throughout the country. The incumbent will serve as a leader for evaluating progress
in program implementation of HIV/AIDS prevention activities conducted by CDC
Nigeria and the FMOH by applying both theoretical and practical knowledge of health
education, social and behavioral science, evaluation strategies and evaluation research methodology to the design and conduct of monitoringand evaluation (M&E) activities.
He/she will provide assistance to the Medical Epidemiologist, CDC Nigeria and/or.
FMOH Directors in interpreting data on health objectives and indicators. Incumbent
responds to requests from stakeholders for information and technical assistance on M&E strategies for HIV/AIDS treatment, care and prevention programs.
QUALIFICATION/EXPERIENCE:
A Master’s degree in Medicine (MBBS or MD), Public Health, Epidemiology,computer Science, Behavioral Sciences, Applied Mathematics or a strongly related discipline.
Minimum of five (5) years experience, including one (1) year supervisory experience, with infectious disease  prevention or treatment programs at the local, state or international levels that entailed responsibility for the evaluation of program activities.
Professional training and extensive knowledge in program monitoring and evaluation.
Level IV (fluency) Speaking/ Writing in English is required.
Basic computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel packages and applications such as Epi Info or related statistical software packages.
How to Apply:
Interested parties should compile the following in a document and apply within:
Application for U.S. Federal Employment (DS-174); or a current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as a DS-174; plus
Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD- 214 with their application.
Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
A type-written and signed application letter specifically applying for this position, and addressing the minimum requirements as advertised. Please reference the job title and announcement number on the application letter.
Not later than 28th June, 2012.

 
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