About the Role
West & Central Africa Health Options Ltd (WCAHealth) is seeking a dynamic and results-driven MERL Officer to join our team for the EMBRACE Programme. Established in 2023, WCAHealth is a locally led, Nigerian-registered not-for-profit organization dedicated to transforming health systems, delivering exceptional services, and improving social outcomes across Nigeria and the wider African continent. As an autonomous, independently governed, and mission-driven entity, we offer an inspiring environment for professionals passionate about sustainable public health development.
Key Responsibilities- Design, implement, and manage robust Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) frameworks for the EMBRACE Programme.
- Lead data collection, quality assurance, analysis, and reporting activities to track programmatic milestones and impact.
- Collaborate closely with project teams to ensure timely identification of performance gaps and deployment of evidence-based corrective actions.
- Facilitate knowledge management and capacity building initiatives for internal stakeholders and local partner organizations.
- Prepare comprehensive periodic reports, impact stories, and dashboards for donors, management, and key stakeholders.
- Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Public Health, Demography, Social Sciences, or a related field; a Master's degree will be an added advantage.
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years of proven professional experience in MERL roles within the Nigerian public health or NGO sector.
- Demonstrated expertise in quantitative and qualitative data collection tools, statistical software (e.g., SPSS, STATA, R), and DHIS2.
- Strong analytical, report-writing, and communication skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience and industry standards.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage for staff.
- Opportunities for continuous professional development and career advancement within a growing organization.
- A collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven work culture dedicated to impactful social change in Nigeria.