Technical Manager, Monitoring & Assessment at Conservation International

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Food Security -IAP M&A Technical Manager will have the following main responsibilities.

• In close consultation with the Food Security IAP partners, develop a framework for the Program M&A system including indicators to be monitored by the regional Hub and all   projects
• Provide technical oversight and coordination for component 3.1 and 3.2 to assure relevance, efficiency and   quality
• Develop technical training materials and disseminate and maintain them on the Vital Signs website
• Develop linkages to other national and regional web portals to ensure broad regional output
• Conduct training workshops to build capacity of partners and stakeholders
• Identify the M&A focal point for each country   project and engage with them on a constant basis
• Lead the recruitment process for all service providers required for the implementation of project related activities, including the development of specific technical terms of reference and preparation of detailed work plans, as well as defining and agreeing on the exact nature and timing of the deliverables with each.
• Contribute to reporting structures as laid out in the IAP documentation and the preparation of the Annual Work Plan and Budget.
• Undertake any other duties, within her/his area of competence, as assigned by CI as it relates to this project

QUALIFICATIONS

• A higher degree in statistics, quantitative ecology or agroecology, with sound knowledge of monitoring and assessment, including sampling design and statistical analysis.
• A minimum of four years of experience in the fields of monitoring and assessment with demonstrated quantitative skills in trend analysis with proficiency in analysing and interpreting results.
• Proven track record in managing projects; proficiency in report preparation, results monitoring and evaluation.
• Highly organized and strong attention to detail.
• Experience conducting training workshops or teaching at the undergraduate level.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively with multicultural, multidisciplinary teams to produce positive results.
• Database and web site management and excellent knowledge of statistical packages, including Programming in R.
• Excellent spoken and written English are required and knowledge in French would be an advantage.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Typical office environment but may require working in remote Africa locations.
• Ability to work extended and irregular hours