Performance, Learning & Impact Senior Advisor at International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF)

Role Purpose:

To post holder will oversee and develop the utilization of targeted performance metrics and build/drive a culture of learning to deliver maximum impact working across the Region and as part of the Global Performance, Learning & Impact team. They will optimize knowledge sharing by designing and delivering a knowledge management infrastructure for IPPFAR and MAs that can capture, store and share best practices from strategic initiatives, projects, as well as other works as/when appropriate.

Role deliverables:

• Implement and improve the IPPF Monitoring & Evaluation framework and systems for collecting, tracking, analyzing and reporting the progress of activities against organizational and project targets and outcomes.
• Advising and supporting IPPF Member Associations focal points (Architects of Cooperation – AoCs), Contract Managers and External Relations colleagues on monitoring, evaluation and key result areas.
• Match data with narratives and stories to better illustrate impact. The post holder will work with the IPPFAR communications team to develop knowledge products including technical and programme and policy briefs, impact stories, and multimedia products. They will also lead the development of compelling advocacy-focused funding proposals to ensure sustained financing for IPPFAR and MA programmes, in close collaboration with the resource mobilization team.
• Support the monitoring and evaluation planning and implementation of projects (including complex, multi-country, large donor-funded projects) implemented by IPPFAR and/or IPPD MAs in the region.
• Advising and working with AoCs on supporting MAs to strengthen M&E systems and data quality.
• Networking with Global PL&I team to develop the function.
• Adhere to the safeguarding reporting and monitoring requirements of this role.

Management responsibility:

Supervision of one Performance, Learning and Impact Advisor and one Data Analyst.

Role Deliverables:

• Oversee the generation and analysis of regional data and evidence as part of IPPF Strategic Results Framework.
• Devise and advise on effective and efficient monitoring and evaluation tools, frameworks, processes, systems and training.
• Oversee data quality assurance ensuring performance and evaluation data is tracked, current, cleansed, accurate and consistent for reporting and decision-making purposes.
• Advise colleagues, stakeholders and partners on new approaches/practices within the PL&I field, incorporating these into the implementation of corrective actions that address data weaknesses.
• Lead/commission qualitative research that optimizes progress, knowledge sharing and leading-edge thinking.
• Adapt global tools and frameworks based on continuous feedback, changes in data methodologies and general sectoral advancements.
• Build networks with regional interlocutors to drive a culture of continuous learning.
• Evolve & optimise data analysis to Secretariat and Member Associations to enhance programming and decision making.
• Support and enable a safe environment, adhering to the safeguarding reporting and monitoring requirements of this role.

Key Skills/Expertise:

• Master’s degree in Public Health, Statistics, Economics, or related degree
• Significant experience in public health programming in West Africa.
• Reporting, analysis and health information management. Track record of excellent M&E implementation at regional or national level in a programmatic and development sector setting. Expert-level knowledge of FP indicators, monitoring performance and impact measurement for FP service delivery and contraceptive security preferred. Evidence of developing and using digital tools and systems to enable effective performance tracking, evaluation and knowledge sharing.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills with evidence of coherent, evidence-based reporting. Experience drafting or leading the development of knowledge products (case studies, infographics, quantitative and analytical reports, evidence-based project proposals, etc).
• Facilitation and Training skills with evidence of intervention design and development (i.e.: action centered learning practitioner).
• Evidence of embedding standards and performance measures delivering tangible improvements to benefit impact and performance.
• High level of organisational skills, planning and time-management with the ability to adapt to changing needs.
• Evidence of coordinating and managing people and teams well to create a learning environment. Pro-active, collaborative, develops strong professional networks and able to adapt/work with people from different cultures and backgrounds.
• Excellent IT skills.
• Role models safeguarding, anti-racism and no discrimination and acts with integrity.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to safeguarding in a local and international context.
• Demonstrates ability and willingness to work in a diverse, multicultural, multilingual and intergenerational environment that is anti-racist and respectful of others.
• An intersectional (pro) feminist passionate about sexual reproductive health care rights + justice.
• Supportive of people’s rights regardless of sexuality or gender identity/expression and supportive of worker’s rights and access to health care in sex work.
• Fluency in French and English is essential, good command of Portuguese is an asset

Competencies:

• PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of (related field). Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
• PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
• COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.