Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator

THINK is a non-profit organisation committed to advancing health and well-being for vulnerable communities both locally and globally. Our work spans three central domains: research, health systems strengthening, and capacity building. Our focus is on addressing a wider spectrum of critical health challenges which include Infectious Diseases, Mental Health, Gender disparities, and building resilient healthcare systems in the face of pandemics and climate change. THINK engages with the local community, government consortia, and international funders to provide care and carry out cutting-edge work that has contributed to making a difference both locally and globally.

THINK requires a Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Coordinator to be based in Groblersdal respectively. The M&E Coordinator will be responsible for providing support for the implementation of M&E activities at the district level.

**Duties and Responsibilities include but not limited to**:

- Directly supervise district-level M&E staff.
- Offer managerial support to data monitors at facility levels.
- Ensure project objectives align with THINK's strategic intent and funder requirements.
- Compile detailed monthly, quarterly, and annual technical reports.
- Oversee and implement robust monitoring systems for data collection, verification, and analysis.
- Provide expertise in data analytics across health information systems, including DHIS, TIER.Net, and EDRWeb.
- Design and implement real-time data dashboards for both facility and district levels.
- Collaborate with DOH to develop strategies aimed at enhancing data quality.
- Manage and implement data quality improvement plans (dQIPs) for district data teams.
- Conduct M&E training sessions and mentorship for identified staff members.
- Embark on advanced M&E programs for personal and team capacity enhancement.
- Engage continuously with facility information officers (FIOs), district information officers (DIOs), and district program management personnel.
- Participate in external stakeholder meetings with DOH to ensure project deliverables are met.
- Collaborate internally with program management staff, including district managers and technical leads.
- Regularly visit fields to monitor project progression and authenticate data collected.
- Employ data visualization tools for effective communication of findings and insights.
- Ensure THINK vision, mission and values are reflected in all job outcomes.

**Requirements**:

- Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Statistics, Development Studies, or a related field is required.
- Professional courses or certifications in Monitoring and Evaluation
- Strong background in data management, particularly in a healthcare setting.
- Proven 3-5 experience in Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E).
- Familiarity with health information systems such as DHIS, TIER.Net, and EDRWeb.
- Ability to generate compelling visual and narrative reports based on M&E data.
- Proficiency in data visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, or similar software can be an added advantage.
- Ability to supervise and lead teams.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

**Exciting benefits await you**:

- Being a part of and living our values which include care for people and outcomes, making a difference and kicking the paradigm - creating an environment where every team member thrives, every idea is celebrated, and every achievement is a testament to our collective commitment.
- Enjoy a 37-hour work week, allowing you more time for personal pursuits, hobbies, and spending quality moments with loved ones.
- Embrace financial security with a competitive salary package that recognises and values your skills and contributions with room for growth within our ever-expanding organisation.
- Experience peace of mind knowing you're covered with life, disability, and funeral insurance, ensuring you and your family's future is safeguarded.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which gives you access to an array of support services such as legal, debt and counselling services, ensuring that expert guidance is just a call away.
- We will contribute towards your medical aid as your health is a priority.

**PLEASE NOTE**:

- THINK reserves the right to close vacancies within 5 working days of posting.
- THINK reserves the right not to make an appointment.
- Internal applicants will get preference for shortlisting.
- All personal Information collected is processed lawfully in terms of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).
- THINK is unable to provide relocation assistance.