Palladium Group is recruiting a State Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (SMEL) Coordinator to oversee and support all MEL activities for the LAFIYA programme in Kano State. Key Details Position: State Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (SMEL) Coordinator Job Requisition ID: req24640 Location: Kano Reports to: State Team Leader Application Closing Date: Not Specified Position Description The SMEL Coordinator will be responsible for providing technical support, planning, and execution of monitoring and evaluation activities to ensure quality, learning, accountability, and decision-making for the Palladium Lafiya programme. Also apply Driver (Kano) at Palladium Group Primary Duties and Responsibilities (Summary) MEL System Management: Ensure state MEL systems comply with Palladium and FCDO policies and standards. Manage state-level MEL activities, including tracking data quality, activity progress, and log frame indicators. Reporting & Data: Produce quarterly, annual, and monthly MEL reports. Maintain a state database of programme results. Technology & Integration: Facilitate DHIS2, HRIS, LMIS integration and interoperability. Collaborate with IT and technical teams for optimal data use and technology solutions. Capacity Building: Support capacity building initiatives focusing on MEL, gender, inclusion, and equity. Research & Learning: Conduct field visit supervision, data validation, verification, and qualitative research. Synthesize best practices and lessons learned. Support operational research and evidence generation. Required Qualifications Education: Advanced degree in a relevant discipline (Statistics, Evaluation Science, Public Health, Public Policy, Social Sciences, Political Science, or related field). Experience: Progressive years of demonstrated experience designing and implementing monitoring and evaluation activities. Demonstrable excellent command of monitoring and evaluation methodologies. Previous experience implementing and managing a rigorous M&E system, including developing and refining performance monitoring plans. Experience managing Management Information Systems (MIS) on large-scale health programmes is essential. Health Knowledge (Preferred): Working knowledge of Universal Health Coverage (UHC), health systems strengthening, Adolescent Sexual Reproductive Health (ASRH), Health Security, and advocacy/accountability mechanisms. Skills: Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills. Excellent skills in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint; proficiency in MS Access and infographics is preferred. Travel: Willingness to travel and conduct regular field visits in Northern Nigeria. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the official Palladium careers portal: Click here to apply