Our client is looking for a Measurement, Evaluation, Research and Learning Manager.
The ideal candidate will be working for an organization whose theme of focus is protecting women and the girl-child against sexual and gender-based violence.
Responsibilities
Develop and manage a comprehensive MERL system.
Provide leadership for the MERL unit
Lead research efforts across program units.
Design and implement systems to collect and analyze program data for evidence-based programming
Develop and adapt programs-specific MEAL tools
Undertake periodic MEAL system review.
Lead knowledge, production and dissemination initiatives.
Monitor and evaluate overall progress on achievement of results.
Provide feedback to the Program Manager and Officers on project strategies and activities.
Report monthly, quarterly, half-yearly and annual progress on all activities to the project Manager.
Conduct capacity assessment on the existing MEAL system.
Undertake research for contextual understanding, identifying opportunities, testing hypotheses and knowledge production.
Provide inputs, information, and statistics on a periodic basis to the project team.
Participate in annual project reviews and planning workshops and assist the Program Manager and Officers in Preparing relevant reports.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent Degree in Economics, Social Sciences, Statistics, Public Policy, Development studies or related field. A Master’s degree will be preferred but not a compulsory requirement.
At least 3 years of work experience in the design and implementation of MERL systems including Data collection, analysis and reporting. Experience in gender and/or education sector projects will be valuable.
Must be proficient in both qualitative and quantitative data collection methods and analysis.
Technical knowledge and experience in the implementation of a gender-responsive approach.
Experience in designing tools and strategies for data collection, analysis and production of reports.
Proven ICT skills, especially in the development of MIS software using database software.
Expertise in analyzing data using statistical software.
Demonstrated experience in using data to inform decision-making, planning and project performance measurements, learning and evaluation.
Previous experience with major donor proposal MEAL requirements.