Opportunity: Monitoring and Evaluation Officers at John Snow Inc. (JSI) – Apply Now
John Snow Inc. (JSI) is a globally recognized public health consulting and research organization dedicated to improving the health of individuals and communities around the world. JSI has decades of experience implementing high-quality, evidence-based programs in health systems strengthening, HIV/AIDS, reproductive health, nutrition, and maternal and child health.
In Nigeria, JSI leads multiple large-scale health projects in partnership with the Federal and State Ministries of Health, international donors, and local NGOs.
Job Title:
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer (State MEL Officer)
📍 Locations: Bayelsa, Edo, Imo, Jigawa, and Lagos
🕐 Experience Level: 2–5 Years
📅 Application Deadline: Not specified – Apply ASAP
Key Responsibilities
As a State M&E Officer at JSI, you will play a crucial role in ensuring project success through data collection, analysis, and reporting. Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the development and implementation of M&E frameworks and tools
- Collecting, cleaning, validating, and analyzing project data
- Conducting routine data quality assessments (RDQA)
- Preparing M&E reports and dashboards for decision-making
- Training local staff on M&E systems and indicators
- Ensuring compliance with donor and organizational data reporting requirements
Qualifications and Requirements
Educational Background:
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Statistics, Development Studies, or a related field (Master’s is an added advantage)
Required Experience:
- 2–5 years of experience in Monitoring and Evaluation roles, preferably within an NGO or donor-funded project
- Proficiency in data analysis software (DHIS2, Excel, Power BI, or SPSS)
- Strong knowledge of health program indicators, especially HIV, TB, FP, MNCH, or RMNCH
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams
Preferred Skills:
- Experience working in one of the listed states (Bayelsa, Edo, Imo, Jigawa, or Lagos)
- Familiarity with USAID or other international donor M&E frameworks
- Strong report writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Fluency in English; local language skills are an advantage
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
👉 Send their CV and cover letter to:
📧 recruiting.ng@jsi.org
📌 Use the job title as the subject line, formatted like this:
State MEL Officer – Lagos or State MEL Officer – Imo
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Early applications are encouraged due to the urgent hiring process.
