SSA - Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning Officer

The Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning Officer will support the development and implementation of a national MERL framework for HIV, STI, BBV, and sexual health outcomes in Fiji. The role involves designing data collection tools, conducting evaluations, developing SOPs, delivering capacity-building workshops, and contributing to operational research under the supervision of WHO and Ministry of Health specialists.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of a national Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) framework and indicator matrix covering HIV, STI, BBV, and sexual health outcomes.
• Work with MHMS and partners to design and align data collection and reporting tools with WHO, UNAIDS M&E frameworks and donor reporting frameworks.
• Conduct baseline and midline evaluations including community surveys, developing protocols, sampling, instruments, and analysis plans.
• Develop SOPs and operational tools to support rollout and implementation of the MERL framework, adapting WHO and UNAIDS tools.
• Deliver capacity-building workshops and training sessions targeting Divisional and Subdivisional M&E focal points.
• Contribute to operational and implementation research and learning studies to improve programme effectiveness.
• Ensure all MERL activities adhere to ethical standards, informed consent, confidentiality, and safeguarding principles.
• Integrate gender, equity, disability, and inclusion considerations in data collection and analysis.
• Ensure secure data storage and responsible data sharing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or its equivalent in public health, epidemiology, statistics, or related field.
• Postgraduate qualifications in any of the above disciplines will be an advantage.
• At least 2 years’ experience in M&E or research in health or general science.
• Experience in sexual health or HIV programs is an advantage.
• Proficient in data analysis.
• Written and spoken fluency in the English language.
• Fluency in the iTaukei language is an asset.

Skills

• Monitoring and Evaluation
• Research in Health
• Data Analysis
• Epidemiology
• Public Health
• Survey Design
• Evaluation Methodologies
• Operational Research
• Capacity Building
• Standard Operating Procedures Implementation
• HIV Program Experience
• Sexual Health Programs
• Statistical Analysis
• Report Writing

Languages

English, iTaukei