Senior SI&E Advisor (Bokang Project)
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF) is on a mission to create a world where no mother, child, or family is devastated by HIV and AIDS, and we are making an impact. We are a proven leader in the global fight to end HIV and AIDS, and an advocate for every child to live a full and healthy life into adulthood. For more than 30 years, EGPAF has been a leader in meeting urgent needs in pediatric HIV and AIDS in the world’s most affected regions. We carry out our values of passion, innovation, teamwork, leadership, integrity, excellence and equity every day, while maximizing our impact in the communities we serve. Join us on our fight for an AIDS-free generation!
Title: Senior Strategic Information and Evaluation Advisor
Department: Strategic Information & Evaluation
Location: Head Office, Based in Maseru, Lesotho with travel to the districts (up to 30% of total time)
Reports To: Associate Director Strategic Information and Evaluation
How will you fight for an AIDS-free generation?
The Health Information System (HIS) Project aims to enhance data collection, management, and utilization within the healthcare sector to improve health outcomes. This role requires an experienced M&E professional who can ensure robust evaluation frameworks while supporting overall project management.
No two days are alike at EGPAF, but what can you expect as a Title?
Monitoring and Evaluation:
· Develop M&E plans, including indicators, data collection methods, and analysis strategies.
· Design and implement data quality assurance processes.
· Oversee Quarterly Data Quality Assessments (DQAs) for PEPFAR-supported Health facilities
· Support routine monitoring and supportive supervision of the national HIV response
· Strengthen the capacity of HIV and TB personnel on M&E at health facilities, districts, and national levels
· Support data use activities at national and district levels
· Support the local training institutions to incorporate M&E in their training and mentorship programs
· Support technical performance reviews that bring all stakeholders within the district as catalysts for district-level performance
· Analyze data and prepare reports to communicate findings to stakeholders.
· Support the development of impact assessments and evaluation studies.
Project Management Support:
· Collaborate with the project management team to ensure alignment between M&E activities and project objectives.
· Assist in project planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.
· Facilitate communication and coordination among project teams and stakeholders.
· Contribute to the development of project proposals and funding applications.
Capacity Building:
· Conduct training sessions and workshops on M&E methodologies for project staff and partners.
· Mentor junior staff in data collection, analysis, and reporting techniques.
· Promote a culture of learning and adaptive management within the project team.
Stakeholder Engagement:
· Liaise with the Ministry of Health, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and support for HIS activities.
· Present Systems performance evaluation results to stakeholders and contribute to decision-making processes.
Team Leadership and Staff Management:
· Supervise the HIS Project M&E Team, providing leadership and mentorship to foster a high-performance culture.
· Conduct regular performance reviews, set departmental and individual goals, and implement a building plan for the M&E team
To be successful, you will have:
· A Master’s degree in Statistics or Demography OR Degree in Statistics & Demography/Public Health
· A minimum of 5 years of practical experience in data collection, compilation, analysis, and interpretation.
· Experience in the Lesotho health systems, particularly HIV and TB systems
Bonus points if you have:
· Excellent knowledge of the Lesotho health information system required
· Previous experience working with the MOH is advantageous
· Previous experience working with the eRegisters or DHIS2 is advantageous
· Ability and experience delivering training to participants who do not have a strong IT background.
· Experience in project management and familiarity with project management methodologies will be an added advantage.
· Excellent analytical and report-writing skills.
· Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
· Must be willing to travel 30% of the time throughout Lesotho
“As a global, multinational and multicultural organization, EGPAF believes that diversity in the workplace enriches our work and enhances our impact and effectiveness. We believe that employees have the right to work in a climate of mutual respect and integrity that promotes dignity and respect for all, and that enables them to reach their full potential. The Foundation is committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEI&B), and we strongly encourage those with the following identities to apply: BIPOC (black, indigenous, and other people of color), women and non-binary, LGBT+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender), individuals with disabilities, and other members of historically underrepresented groups.
EGPAF is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to country law requirements, EGPAF complies with US laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the Foundation has facilities.
