Background: 

The Monitoring Evaluation Research and Learning (MERL) Specialist:

a)      Coordinates MERL findings into annual and operational planning processes.

b)      Prepares and analyses MERL reports to guide strategic planning and tracking progress against targets.

c)       Coordinate and collect KPI monitoring reports from Colleges and Divisions.

d)      Coordinate with director and operationalise institutional planning process.

e)      Track progress against KPIs, analyse variances, and recommend corrective actions.

f)        Coordinated and trains MERL persons from Colleges and Divisions for reporting.

g)      Focuses on utilising data analysis to expedite monitoring and evaluation of KPI achievements.

h)    Monitors challenges faced by Colleges and Divisions as revealed in quarterly KPI reports and analyses cumulative data in achieving KPIs.

i)        Media Liaison for the Office of the Vice Chancellor.

Person Specification: 

Essential:

• Postgraduate qualification in Computer Science, Applied Science & Mathematics, Statistics, Social Science or a closely related field.
• Eight (8) years’ experience in Planning and Monitoring, Data Analysis, Administration or Business Intelligence Development with inputs into College or Division strategic and / or annual planning.
• Proven experience in MERL for institutions. Experience in preparing high quality performance, KPI and analytical reports for senior management and for high level decision making. 

Desirable:

• Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Applied Science & Mathematics, Statistics, Social Science.
• Work experience in tertiary institution or higher education sector would be an advantage.

Salary: FJD50,789.00 gross per annum plus 10% superannuation

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Application Details

All applications are to include:
 
• A letter of application addressing each of the criterion listed under the Person Specification more specifically the Essential and Desirable criteria. This application letter will form the main basis for shortlisting. Failure to provide the application letter will result in your application not being considered. 

• A detailed CV with three referees full contact details (telephone numbers and email addresses). Candidate should state their relationship with each referee (e.g. line manager, former postgraduate supervisor). 

• Copies of academic transcripts and certificates that are of relevance to the qualification requirements of the advertised position.

All applications must be submitted online using the University’s online job applications system which can be accessed at this address: https://careers.fnu.ac.fj .

Applications sent via email or manually for all positions will not be accepted.

Should you have any queries on the advertised opportunity or face difficulty in submitting the application online, please email the following:

1. HR Partner (email ID stated in the advertisement): For any queries regarding the advertised position.
2. hrat@fnu.ac.fj : For any assistance with the online application or technical issues.


Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not been contacted by Fiji National University, then your application has not been successful.

FNU is an equal opportunity employer. Preference is given to applicants holding Fiji citizenship. International applicants may be considered.