Established in 1990, Banke UNESCO Club is a non-government organization and registered under the District Administration Office, Banke and affiliated to Social Welfare Council, The establishment of the organization has been inspired by the ideals of non-violence, social justice, self-reliance, sustainable development and volunteerism. The organization is dedicated to the ideals of holistic and integrated development based on a harmonious balance of socio-culture, material, scientific environmental aspects and increase in literacy rate of Disadvantaged, Marginalized, Deprived, and other Poorest of Poorer groups (POP) including women and child by providing quality education. Banke UNESCO Club in partnership with Helen Keller InternFational, is implementing Nutrition For Life- N4L (जीवनका लागि पोषण) Program in Banke district. The overall purpose of the Nutrition for Life (N4L) project is to combat acute malnutrition among mothers and children under five years old in Nepal and in the Banke district. The initiative will operate in all 8 local governments of Banke, focusing on underserved and marginalized communities. The project will strengthen systems for early detection and treatment of acute malnutrition, improve maternal and newborn nutrition through community-based interventions in align with Government of Nepal's policy and guideline.

Implementation will involve strategic collaboration with key stakeholders, including FWD/MoHP Provincial Health Directorate, District Health Offices, and local governments. Banke UNESCO Club is inviting applications from interested, qualified and experienced candidates for the following positions to implement the Nutrition for Life project.

Post : Monitoring & Evaluation Officer (M&E)

Number Required : 01

Description/Primary Responsibilities

The M&EO will be responsible for overseeing all data-related activities within the project.

• Verify and report monthly data, ensuring accuracy with proper logs and backup systems.
• Conduct regular field monitoring and quality assurance, including spot checks, DQAs, and corrective feedback for improvement.
• Analyze data and document findings through trend analysis, summaries, visual dashboards, and organized M&E archives.
• Build capacity and provide technical support by mentoring Nutrition Facilitators, training on MEL tools, and addressing skill gaps through onsite coaching.
• Lead evaluation, learning, and coordination by facilitating process evaluations, CLA activities, and aligning reporting with HMIS standards in coordination with local government system.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Informatics, Statistics, Nursing, Nutrition, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in M&E or data management in health/nutrition programs in Nepal.
• Hands-on experience with HMIS/DHIS2, mobile data platforms (Kobo/ODK), and government reporting systems.
• Demonstrated involvement in data verification, MEL tool testing, and routine monitoring processes.
• Strong Excel skills; ability to generate summary tables, charts, and analysis.
• Understanding of nutrition indicators, screening tools, and community health systems.
• Strong mentoring, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure with strict monthly deadlines.
• Commitment to data quality, confidentiality, and ethical standards.

Qualified and interested candidates are requested to apply with a cover letter and updated resume to email address hrc.buc1990@gmail.com by 8 December 2025 before 4 pm.

Women, Dalit, Janjati, Madheshi and Muslim will be prioritized.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Telephone enquiries will not be entertained.

NOTE : The job contract is contingent on the approval of the Subaward.

Source : Dainik Nepalgunj