Monitoring and Evaluation and Research Coordinator

ABOUT THE FRED HOLLOWS FOUNDATION

The Foundation is an international development organization working to prevent blindness and restore sight.  We continue to carry on the legacy of Professor Fred Hollows, who believed every person had the right to quality eye care, no matter where they live. The Foundation is known around the world as an organization that works with purpose and determination. With a reputation for excellence, we are well known for making change happen.  

The Foundation has grown to work in more than 25 countries throughout Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East and the Pacific, as well as Australia. The Foundation has restored sight to more than 3 million people worldwide. We have an ambitious five-year strategic plan that aims to take us even closer to realising our vision of a world in which no person is needlessly blind, or vision impaired and Indigenous Australians exercise their right to sight and good health.

We are also proud to announce we were awarded the Employer of Choice Award (Public Sector and NFP) at the 2022 Australian HR Awards

ABOUT YOU

You will have project management skills and ability to meet deadlines and juggle several projects at the same time. You will also possess excellent communication skills, including fluency in written and spoken English, excellent report writing and documentation skills. Finally, you will have excellent knowledge and capability utilizing Microsoft 365, Accelerator.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The M&E and Research Officer works independently and collaboratively with the program managers and other staff to develop, plan, manage, and implement the various activities in the following areas: organizational program effectiveness, program development, research and evaluation, advocacy, and publications/materials development. She/He should be adept at building and maintaining relationships, communicating effectively, and have strong leadership skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Take lead in designing, coordinating and implementing of Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) framework for the country on going and new projects.
• Oversee the qualitative and quantitative outcomes and impacts of the Program and the partners’ work, identify challenges and mitigation options and share it with relevant team members of the country team.
• Build and consolidate our evidence base: Working closely with the country program team and another relevant stakeholder to proactively identify where research & evaluation can strengthen our work.
• Lead and support the program team to implement M&E Strategy, the key components of which may include impact evaluation, research, beneficiary feedback, online database (monitoring system) and verification.
• Review all program documentation to ensure they meet the required quality and ensure compilation and sharing of timely and quality reports.
• Support and plan the process to form networks with various stakeholders such as development sector donors, Government bodies, NGOs, private sector, research organizations and academic institutions to take forward the Foundation research strategies.
• Lead and foster the culture of research, analysis and learning within the country team.
• Keep the track of emerging issues / risks (related to health that potentially impact eye health work) and work with the program team to identify options and prepare them for any possible risk(s).

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Minimum of five years of progressive work experience, preferably in the development sector with a local or international development organization or research institution or organization.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in senior officer or management position/ supervisory role
• Demonstrated experience in M&E, Research, Advocacy and program development.
• Experience in Research and M&E is desirable.
• Strong data management & analytical skills.
• Experience in eye health, neglected tropical diseases e.g. trachoma, or non-communicable disease management is preferred.
• Wide knowledge of health & development concepts.
• Knowledge of health development issues, especially in health systems reforms and advocacy issues an asset.

How we recognize your contribution

Through our internal programs and employee benefits we aim to create an environment where you will feel supported and empowered.  Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or finding an environment which enables you to thrive while balancing family or personal commitments, we have a range of programs in place to support you. 

APPLICATIONS

Applications should be made via this link , and should include your resume and cover letter. Please address your cover letter to the Talent Acquisition Team and include a response to the “About You”, “Key Responsibilities” and “What You’ll Need to Succeed” sections of the advert.

Applications Close: Sunday the 7th of April 2024

The Fred Hollows Foundation is committed to ensuring our projects and activities are implemented in a safe and productive environment that prevents harm and avoids impacting the health and safety of all people, particularly children, vulnerable people and disadvantaged groups. Applicants are advised that The Foundation reserves the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child safe environment.

The Foundation is also committed to protecting the health of our beneficiaries, donors and partners and require incumbents of this role to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (except where medical conditions may make vaccination harmful to their health).

Please be advised:

1.       Fred Hollows Foundation will never ask for a fee during any stage of the recruitment process.

2.       All active roles are advertised directly on our website.

3.       Please note we will not be accepting CV’s via agencies for this role.