Technical Advisor

PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity. With more than 40 years of experience forging multisector partnerships and with expertise in science, economics, technology, advocacy, and dozens of other specialties, PATH develops and scales up innovative solutions to the world’s most pressing heath challenges.

The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Advisor will serve as a key member of the Early Childhood Development (ECD) and Maternal, Newborn, Child Health, and Nutrition (MNCHN) Directorate within the Addis Ababa City Administration Health Bureau. He/she will provide technical and program management support for the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of ECD and MNCHN programs. This role will ensure the integration of strong M&E systems to track progress, measure impact, and inform evidence-based decision-making across ECD and MNCHN programs.

Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Monitoring and Evaluation

• Coordinate development of workplan and regularly update the workplan in close collaboration with the program lead
• Develop and maintain a monitoring, evaluation and Learning system and M&E plan
• Engage in the development of digital versions of parental coaching service delivery and household data collection tools and databases.
• Engage and support in documentation of success stories and lessons learned
• Lead program reporting in accordance with the program guidelines for internal and external reporting
• Regularly review project status by evaluating performance indicators and providing feedback to program team and stakeholders.
• Develop and Maintain program database, diaries and progress reports as required by the program
• Develop and maintain a project Risk register and regularly update the project senior management on emerging issues.
• Provide routine oversight and analysis of data within the dashboard systems available
• Perform routine monitoring and evaluation of program activities, in line with result framework
• Monitor and track progress towards achievements of project milestones and targets
• Ensure effective and timely submission of reports and dissemination of results in line with project documentation and stakeholders' expectations
• Provide the senior management and program team with necessary project analysis reports and information
• Participate in various M&E technical working groups for Early Childhood Development (ECD) and Maternal, Newborn, Child Health, and Nutrition (MNCHN)
• Develop and refine Theory of Change and logical frameworks for ECD/MNCH programs
• Lead or support baseline, midline, and endline evaluations; design evaluation terms of reference (ToRs) and manage external consultants
• Develop and implement data quality assurance mechanisms to ensure the integrity and accuracy of data
• Support learning agenda development, including After Action Reviews (AARs), learning briefs, and knowledge dissemination across stakeholders
• Foster a culture of adaptive management, using data to refine program implementation

Program Support

• Provide technical support to the BoH’s MNCH directorate in the implementation of ECD in the health service
• Provide technical support in the implementation of the parental coaching program
• Engage in the development of program guidelines, training materials, job aids, and SBC materials
• Engage in ECD training and capacity-building activities
• Engage in mentorship and supportive supervision for health facilities and parental coaching programs
• Liaise and coordinate with stakeholders to enhance collaboration and partnership
• Provide technical assistance to sub-city and health facility staff to strengthen their data collection, reporting, and review skills
• Any other activities as assigned by the immediate supervisor

Organizational Learning and Capacity Building

• Support the development and implementation of Collaborative learning and adapting agenda as aligned to project goals
• Facilitate knowledge-sharing forums, learning workshops, and dissemination events
• Strengthening M&E capacity of Health Bureau staff and implementing partners through coaching, mentoring, and targeted training
• Promote a learning culture by documenting lessons learned, success stories, and innovations

Additional responsibilities:

• Lead efforts in integration of ECD indicators into broader health information systems (HMIS)
• Coordinate cross-sectoral collaboration (e.g., with education or social services) to promote holistic child development outcomes
• Support donor reporting, including input for proposals, annual performance reports, and data visualizations for presentations

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QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree in public health or related field
• 10 years of relevant work experience in supporting Monitoring and Evaluation-ideally in public health
• Prior experience working in a nongovernmental organization and the government/public health sector is necessary.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Strong organizational skills, ability to work independently with minimal guidance
• Demonstrated ability to support program planning, monitoring, evaluation and learning
• Proven skills in data management and analysis and data visualization
• Demonstrated skills in writing reports for technical and non-technical audiences
• In-depth knowledge of ECD and MNCHN areas
• Hands-on experience in development and dissemination of SBC tools
• Proven experience in training and capacity building on ECD and MNCHN areas
• Excellent understanding of the Ethiopian health sector, primary health care
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong interpersonal skills in English and local language(s)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other information processing software

Additional skills:

• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, DHIS2)
• Experience with mobile data collection platforms (e.g., KoboToolbox, ODK)
• Strong understanding of donor requirements (e.g., USAID, UNICEF, BMGF, etc.)
• Ability to manage external evaluations and lead consortium-level MEL efforts
• Proficiency in both qualitative and quantitative methods

Skills Required:

• Health / Medical