Department :

Carolina Population Center-631100

Career Area :

Research Professionals

Posting Open Date : 04 / 25 / 2024

04 / 25 / 2024

Application Deadline :

05 / 09 / 2024

Open Until Filled : Position Type :

Position Type :

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title : MEL Associate

MEL Associate

Appointment Type :

EHRA Non-Faculty Research

Position Number : 20021019

20021019

Vacancy ID : NF0008077

NF0008077

Full Time / Part Time :

Full-Time Permanent

FTE : Hours per week :

Hours per week : Position Location :

Position Location : North Carolina, US

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range : $60,000 - $67,000

$60,000 - $67,000

Proposed Start Date :

05 / 20 / 2024

Be a Tar Heel! :

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities .

Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events.

UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work / life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit :

Since 1966, researchers at the Carolina Population Center have pioneered data collection and research techniques that move population science forward by emphasizing life course approaches, longitudinal surveys, the integration of biological measurement into social surveys, and attention to context and environment.

We are also at the forefront of creating interdisciplinary training programs that integrate approaches from the social and biological sciences, building research capacity and training the next generation of scholars.

Our faculty fellows address pressing research questions about population dynamics, fertility, health, mortality, migration, and the environment.

Faculty come from multiple disciplines, benefitting from the cross-pollination of ideas. Our dedicated research and programming staff support fellows at every stage of project development, from conception through data collection or acquisition, analysis and dissemination, and project administration.

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Position Summary :

The Measure Program in the Carolina Population Center at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill evaluates and strengthens health data systems, builds human and institutional capacity in international health monitoring, evaluation, research, and learning (MERL), and manages complex projects across the globe.

Data for Impact (D4I) and Global Health Program Evaluation, Analysis, Research and Learning (GH PEARL) are two of the projects managed by Measure Program.

These are both funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). Both projects facilitate effective generation and use of high-quality data and evidence to strengthen policies and program implementation to improve health and save lives in low- and middle-income countries.

D4I and GH PEARL both focus on improving the quality, availability, and timeliness of evidence and data for learning and action and on strengthening local organizational capacity to conduct MERL activities on family planning, reproductive, maternal, neonatal, child and adolescent health and nutrition FP / RMNCHA-N.

GH PEARL has additional objectives to develop improved metrics and tools for MERL and to increase evidence use through knowledge management and translation.

GH PEARL is driven by three guiding principles centered on localization-expand leadership and funding of local partners, focus on data use, and promote equity.

The Measure Program projects are focused on global public health evaluation and monitoring and evaluation systems around the world.

The Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Associate will support MEL functions for one or more projects as part of the Measure Program MEL team.

General responsibilities include collecting and monitoring project implementation data; assisting in annual work plan development;

tracking activity progress and project results; and preparing routine and ad hoc project reports and associated materials required by the funding agency.

The MEL Associate will work under the guidance of and report to the Measure Program MEL Director and is expected to operate under a high level of autonomy in a fast-paced work environment.

The MEL Associate may also take direction from the various Associate Award / project director(s). Additionally, the MEL Associate will work closely with a MEL Officer, who may provide some guidance and direction.

In order to manage multiple competing priorities and work efficiently on short timeframes, the MEL Associate must possess the ability to make well-informed decisions The MEL Associate will be in charge of overseeing multiple activities management tasks in addition to compilation of funder reports and project documentation.

A keen attention to detail and ability to communicate effectively and efficiently as part of a complex and large team is critical to success in the role.

The MEL Associate should be capable of making sound judgements to balance many competing priorities and to work efficiently on what are at times short timelines.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements :

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity, will accept a relevant Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution.

May require terminal degree and licensure.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience :

• Basic understanding of M&E principles.
• Proven ability to work effectively with both funding agencies and with national and local personnel.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in English required.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience :

• Masters degree in Public Health plus experience or exposure through classwork in M&E.
• Experience working on USAID-funded or other federally funded projects.
• Experience in developing countries.
• Fluency in another language preferred.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities :

Not Applicable.

Last updated : 2024-04-29