Founded in 1982 by former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and his wife Rosalynn in partnership with Emory University, The Carter Center was created to advance peace and health worldwide. The Center, based in Atlanta, Georgia, is guided by a fundamental commitment to human rights and the alleviation of human suffering. The Center seeks to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health. The Center, a not-for-profit organization, has helped to improve life for people in more than 80 countries by resolving conflicts; advancing democracy, human rights, and economic opportunity; preventing diseases, and improving mental health care.
The Carter Center collaborates with other organizations, public or private, in carrying out its mission around the world. For additional information regarding accomplishments, leadership, governance, and current programs, please go to www.cartercenter.org.
The Design, Monitoring and Evaluation (DM&E) Advisor provides direction, guidance and support for all monitoring and evaluation activities of The Carter Center’s Health and Peace Programs. The Advisor will be responsible for guiding the integration of quantitative and qualitative DM&E methodologies into existing and future programming to enhance the accountability, effectiveness and impact of programs at The Carter Center. S/he will develop and conduct cross-programmatic learning for staff across the Center and build capacity of program staff at headquarters and in the field. The Advisor’s role includes packaging and disseminating learning through reports, research briefs, national dissemination workshops, conference presentations and peer-reviewed journal publications.
Specific responsibilities include: providing advice and guidance on project design; assisting in the establishment of monitoring and evaluation systems for programs and projects; knowledge management, training and mentorship for Carter Center staff on DM&E; and assisting the Development Department to ensure that donor requirements are met. The DM&E Advisor also provides guidance to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Vice Presidents on DM&E strategy and needs for the Center. The Advisor reports to the CEO of The Carter Center. This position is full-time and based in Atlanta, GA, USA. International travel is required.
A Bachelor’s degree in a related field, and six years of related work experience in the DM&E field working on design, monitoring and evaluation of international democracy, peace, human rights, or international health programs, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Knowledge in a range of applied research, program monitoring and evaluation techniques in a variety of context, regions, and health intervention areas. Experience working with government donor agencies and private foundations is preferred.
To be considered for this position, you must apply online:
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http://www.hr.emory.edu/eu/careers/
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