Monitoring & Evaluation Officer sought by LEPRA Society

Empowering Health in Tribal Communities: Monitoring & Evaluation Officer Role at LEPRA Society's SHAKTHI Project 🚀

Are you a passionate M&E professional ready to make a tangible difference in community health? LEPRA Society is seeking a dedicated Monitoring & Evaluation Officer to join the vital SHAKTHI (Sustainable Health Approaches for Key Tribal Communities Health Interventions) project in Bakawand, Bastar District, Chhattisgarh. This is an immediate employment opportunity to contribute to reducing the burden of neglected diseases and strengthening local health systems for vulnerable tribal populations.

About the Opportunity: Drive Impact Through Data 📊

The SHAKTHI project is a crucial, three-year initiative focused on improving the health status of tribal communities in Bakawand through integrated community-based prevention, diagnosis, and treatment for a range of ailments. These include leprosy, lymphatic filariasis (LF), tuberculosis (TB), malaria, scabies, Japanese Encephalitis, and Sickle Cell Disease.

As the M&E Officer, you'll be the linchpin ensuring the project's effectiveness, quality, and accountability. This role is highly field-oriented and demands a proactive approach to designing, implementing, and maintaining robust monitoring systems. Your work will translate field data into evidence-based reports, directly supporting informed decision-making by the Project Coordinator and donor agencies.

Key Responsibilities: What You'll Be Doing 🛠️

The M&E Officer will oversee the full cycle of data management and reporting for the SHAKTHI project. Key responsibilities include:

• Framework Development: Establishing and implementing comprehensive Monitoring & Evaluation frameworks aligned with both project and donor requirements.

• Performance Tracking: Routinely tracking Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) across all disease components.

• Data Quality & Oversight: Designing data collection tools and systems for Community Health Workers (CHWs), Physiotherapists, and staff nurses.

• Field Engagement: Conducting regular field visits to verify reported outputs, ensure data quality, and assess the effectiveness of service delivery on the ground.

• Capacity Building: Leading training sessions for field staff and nurses on M&E tools, processes, and accurate reporting formats.

• Analysis & Reporting: Analyzing project data to generate timely and comprehensive monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for internal review and external stakeholders.

• System Integration: Coordinating with team members and government officials to integrate project data with public health systems where appropriate.

Who Should Apply? Qualifications & Skills 🎓

LEPRA Society is looking for candidates who possess a strong blend of academic knowledge and practical field experience:

• Education: A Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Public Health, Sociology, Statistics, Data Science, Project Management, or a related field.

• Expertise: Strong understanding of health indicators, log frame development, and M&E methodologies, particularly within public health or community development programs.

• Essential Skills:

  • Demonstrated ability to perform field-based monitoring and thrive in challenging rural/tribal settings.

  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

  • Fluency in both English and Hindi/local dialect for effective training and report writing.

  • Proficiency in MS Excel is crucial, with expertise in data visualization tools and statistical software (e.g., SPSS/STATA/Power BI) highly desirable.

How to Apply: Secure Your Spot! 📢

This is a unique chance to join the prestigious LEPRA Society, an organization dedicated to fighting diseases like Leprosy, TB, HIV/AIDS, and neglected tropical diseases (NTDs).

• Job Title: Monitoring & Evaluation Officer

• Location: Bakawand, Bastar Dist., Chhattisgarh

• Reference No.: SKM&EO962

• Remuneration: Gross salary of Rs. 35,000/- per month

Interested applicants must forward their application, a covering letter, and a detailed resume (using the specified format downloadable from the 'career column' on www.leprasociety.in) to hrd@leprahealthinaction.in.

The deadline for application is fast approaching: 09 October 2025.

LEPRA Society is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right to modify the contents of this position description. Act fast to be part of the change!

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