MEL Officer US Non-profit Jobs – FHI 360
Organisation: FHI 360
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About US:
FHI 360 is a leading global development organization dedicated to improving lives around the world. Our professional staff includes experts in education, health, nutrition, economic development, civil society and environment as well as cross-cutting experts in gender issues, research, applied science, behavior change and Technology giving us the unique mix of capabilities to address today’s diverse and interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 operates from 60 offices with 4,400 staff in the U.S. and around the world.
Job Summary: The MEL Officer performs research development with senior research staff to develop, implement, manage, and conduct research studies. Makes detailed evaluations, observations, analyzes data and interprets results using qualitative/quantitative methods and statistics. Investigates, creates and develops new methods and technologies for project advancement.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepares research concepts and proposals following established policies and procedures.
- Conducts data analysis, data reviews, and reporting of research data for evaluation and quality.
- Assists with the design and implementation of research studies, including the sampling, recruitment, and statistical analysis
- Ensures compliance with government regulations when writing and reviewing protocols, analysis plans, reports, and manuscripts.
- Develops training materials and conducts training for study implementation based on company policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Provides input with questionnaire development, analysis, study design, and material management.
- Plans, organizes, and manages resources/processes for successful completion of study goals.
- Develops and implements protocols and informed consents for research studies. Provides guidance on any protocol related issues.
- Manages and oversees budget for one or more research projects.
- Develops, reviews, and maintains key study documents to ensure adequate resource and reference documentation.
- May act as team lead and mentors staff on training, systems, policies, and regulations.
- Serves as the liaison with internal and external partners to ensure effective collaboration efforts.
- Oversees planning of meetings, site visits, and drafting necessary documents.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant for the FHI 360 MEL Officer job should hold a Master’s Degree or its International Equivalent
- Knowledge/Information Services, Communications, Education, Environment, Health, Behavioral, Life/Social Sciences International Development, Human Development or Related Field.
- At least five to eight years of research or evaluation experience with manuscripts, and study implementation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office. spreadsheets, analytical software and other technology required.
- Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive fashion with clients and staff.
- Working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures for conducting research studies under government regulations.
- Strong knowledge of software programs used to perform data analysis.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to analyze and interpret data, identify errors and prepare reports.
- Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.
- Related prior work experience preferred.
How to Apply:
All interested job applicants should apply online at the link below.