EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s or equivalent degree in Economics, Social Science, Statistics, Public Policy, Development studies or a 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 developing 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

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and manage a comprehensive MERL system.
• Provide leadership for the MERL unit.
• Lead research efforts across program lines.
• 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.