- Advanced degree in Epidemiology, Statistics, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, or a related field with a strong focus on quantitative and qualitative research.

- Minimum of 10 years of experience in global health security, disease surveillance, or IHR implementation, preferably in West Africa, preferably Nigeria.

- Demonstrated success in designing MEL frameworks for complex health systems or IHR-related activities.

- Strong ability to interpret complex data sets and translate them into actionable insights for program managers and government officials.

- Proven experience managing a team of MEL specialists and collaborating with globally dispersed technical partners.

- Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., PowerBI, Tableau) and DHIS2 is highly preferred.

- Demonstrated success in managing large-scale public health programs and working directly with national public health institutes (like NCDC).

- Proven ability to form partnerships with governments in developing countries, and work with local partners and stakeholders in national and sub-national capacities

- Fluency in English and local language(s) (e.g. Hausa, Yoruba, and Igbo, etc.) with strong oral and written communication.

- Lead the development and implementation of the Performance Management Plan (PMP) to track progress against IHR (2005) capacity-building goals.

- Design evaluation and monitoring activities that enable field-based program managers to identify systemic bottlenecks and implement evidence-driven adaptations.

- Organize and coordinate rigorous data collection and analysis related to laboratory systems, surveillance, and emergency operations centers (EOCs).

- Ensure the delivery of high-quality, client-focused approaches in technical areas such as One Health and pandemic preparedness are successfully monitored.

- Lead and manage a team of MEL Specialists in full accordance with JSI policies and procedures, fostering a culture of continuous learning and ensuring the team remains focused on high-quality outputs.

- Interpret and report on activity results to the CDC, NCDC, and other key governmental stakeholders.

- Coordinate closely with the Technical Director and technical team to ensure MEL activities are integrated into project work planning and implementation.

- Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of all project data and oversee data quality assessments (DQAs).

- Facilitate a culture of "learning" by using data to inform project pivots and ensure alignment with the latest JEE recommendations.

- Ensure all MEL systems and processes comply with CDC operational policies and international data standards.