Internews ยท 22 hours ago
Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist, Civic Defenders
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$81K/yr - $105K/yr
7+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Responsible for overall leadership of the project monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) frameworks, processes, and activities.
Lead complex, multi-phase MEL processes in collaboration with subject matter experts.
In coordination with Technical Advisors, program staff, Internews' Impact team, the project's MEL Partner, other project partners and other key stakeholders, develop the Annual Activity MEL Plan (AMELP), MEL indicators, Performance Indicator Reference Sheets (PIRS), Program Indicator Tracking Table (PITT), and other project documentation.
Coordinate with the project's MEL Partner on managing the external developmental evaluation to be led by the funder, oversee the activity-level evaluations (as needed).
Provide input to planning sessions, ensuring that MEL is built into program implementation from the project outset.
Build strong working relationships with project staff and partners and ensure ongoing coordination with Internews' Impact team.
Support program partners to collect and analyze data, including the development of surveys and tools.
Supervise the Data Associate, ensuring that strong data management practices are developed and implemented, and that project staff and partners are onboarded on how to navigate and use the project database.
Provide guidance, coaching, and training to Internews staff on MEL.
In coordination with the Communications Officer, ensure project staff (COP and DCOP) and Internews leadership can effectively communicate the impact of the project to diverse external audiences.
In all duties, uphold Internews' Core Values and demonstrate commitment to fostering a culture of belonging.
Qualification
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Required
University degree in a relevant field of study OR equivalent lived/professional experience.
Minimum 7 years' relevant prior experience (advanced degree may substitute for up to 3 years of experience).
Demonstrated mastery in Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) for USAID-funded projects.
Previous experience leading Collaboration, Learning, and Adaptation (CLA) practices and activities.
Proven track record in working closely with project partners, ensuring they understand and can effectively implement all MEL tools, activities and processes.
Deep knowledge of methodologies for engaging with, supporting, and centering women and other marginalized groups.
Superior analytical skills and ability to think strategically.
Native/bilingual proficiency in English (written and spoken).
Technical proficiency, including familiarity with Microsoft Office and project management tools (such as Airtable).
Ability to manage multiple, ongoing obligations and assignments in a dynamic environment.
Proven ability to operate in a multicultural and remote work environment.
Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively; demonstrated leadership skills.
Ability to work remotely across different time zones and schedules on a regular basis to support remote staff.
Preferred
Prior experience working for an international nonprofit or in the international development sector.
Proficiency in Spanish, French, Arabic, Russian, or Portuguese (written and spoken).
Experience working outside the US.
Previous experience with software programs/tools or willingness to learn.
Previous experience with specific aspects of the job.
Company
Internews
Internews empowers people worldwide with the trustworthy, high-quality news and information they need to make informed decisions, participate in their communities, and hold power to account.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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