The USAID-funded Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Finance 2 (WASH-FIN 2) project, implemented by Tetra Tech International Development (International Development Jobs – Tetra Tech), is currently accepting expressions of interest for a Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) / Performance Data Specialist for a planned new water and sanitation activity in Liberia. The position is expected to last approximately three (3) years and will be based in Monrovia, Liberia with required periodic travel upcountry.
Project Description: The WASH-FIN 2 Liberia activity is expected to support the Government of Liberia at both national and decentralized levels in its efforts to improve water and sanitation sector service provider performance and governance. Activities are expected to include technical assistance (TA) and grant support to strengthen the Liberia Water and Sewer Corporation (LWSC) and additional individual water and sanitation service providers (WSSPs), including strengthening sector governance, accountability, and transparency within national institutions and LWSC. Examples of specific areas of support include: TA to improve management of existing contracts with the private sector for operation of piped water systems in secondary cities, including capacity building for operators and LWSC; support to improve utility corporate governance, management systems, and performance accountability; TA and capacity building for individual WSSPs in business planning, performance monitoring, customer engagement, and related technical and management systems to improve technical and financial sustainability; and development and implementation of in-kind grant support for catalytic small scale construction interventions such as solarization of pumping systems to boost cost recovery and climate resilience.
Position Description: Under supervision of the Country Team Leader, the MEL / Performance Data Specialist will design, implement, and maintain robust MEL, data management plans and systems for the WASH-FIN 2 Ghana activity in consultation with the Global team and the home office MEL team. The successful candidate will develop and help implement systems for water and sanitation service provider performance data collection, analysis and visualization; socio-economic surveys including willingness and ability to pay studies; and other on-demand analytical and technical support across program objectives. The MEL / Data Specialist will also support development of knowledge management products and contribute to WASH-FIN 2’s knowledge base by analyzing and disseminating best practices and lessons learned from project implementation. The MEL / Data Specialist will support preparation of work plans, progress reports and learning products and provide quality control for activity reporting and deliverables.
How to apply
Qualifications:
* Minimum bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline such as international development, business administration, engineering, or related field; master’s degree or specialized MEL related training preferred;
* Minimum five (5) years of directly relevant work experience, preferably on donor funded and/or water sector activities;
* Significant knowledge and experience in project/activity monitoring and evaluation as well as WASH infrastructure and services in Liberia; USAID-specific MEL experience and training is preferred;
* Proficiency in computer applications for data analysis (e.g. Excel, Tableau, SPSS, Air Table), data storage and collaboration tools (e.g. SharePoint, Egnyte), and strong quantitative and analytical skills;
* Excellent English speaking and writing skills, including technical and report writing skills.
To be considered, please submit the following:
* Cover Letter
* CV in reverse chronological format
Please indicate where you saw Tetra Tech’s IDS ad posted.
Apply online at: https://tetratech.referrals.selectminds.com/intdev/jobs/monitoring-evaluation-and-learning-performance-data-specialist-for-washfin-2-project-43141
Please ensure that only the requested documents noted above are submitted. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
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