SoCha, LLC · 1 month ago
MCC Data Quality Review Subject Matter Expert (Mid, Senior)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$60K/yr - $150K/yr
6+ years expSoCha, LLC is a US-based analytical services firm that assesses international projects funded by the US Government. They are seeking highly qualified Data Quality Review Subject Matter Experts to provide sector-specific technical support for MCC Data Quality Reviews and related assignments.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Deliver one or more of the following tasks, as scoped by the Team Lead and MCC:
Task 1: Orientation/kick off
Task 2: Data Quality Review
Task 3: Data Quality Improvement Plan
Task 4: Implementation of Data Quality Improvement Plan (Inception)
Task 5: Data Quality Improvement Plan (Material Development)
Task 6: Implementation of Data Quality Improvement Plan
Task 7: Data Quality Audit (Inception Report)
Task 8: Data Quality Audit (Report)
Provide sector-specific expertise for MCC Data Quality Reviews and related assignments, as scoped by the Team Lead and MCC
Review sector indicators, definitions, source documents, reporting processes, calculation methods, baselines, targets, and disaggregation requirements
Assess whether reported data accurately reflect sector realities and are consistent with indicator definitions and MCC reporting expectations
Identify sector-specific data quality risks, including weak administrative records, incomplete coverage, inconsistent measurement methods, poor source documentation, unreliable field reporting, weak geospatial evidence, or limited institutional capacity
Contribute to DQR methodologies, field tools, interview guides, data verification approaches, document review protocols, and sector-specific analytical frameworks
Participate in desk reviews, field verification, stakeholder interviews, data system assessments, workshops, and technical consultations
Draft or review sector-specific sections of DQR reports, data quality memos, findings matrices, recommendations, action plans, learning products, and presentations
Provide technical feedback on DQR reports, datasets, tools, and findings prepared by external contractors, MCA/Accountable Entity teams, or implementing partners
Recommend practical improvements to sector data systems, source documentation, quality controls, reporting templates, verification processes, and institutional workflows
Present findings, recommendations, action plans, and technical insights to MCC, MCA/Accountable Entity counterparts, implementing partners, government institutions, and other stakeholders
Support training and data quality improvement activities for sector ministries, utilities, regulators, implementing partners, MCA/AE teams, and data producers
Work collaboratively with the Team Lead, Senior DQR/M&E Specialists, Statisticians, Institutional Strengthening Experts, GIS/database specialists, local consultants, and other team members
Qualification
Required
Master's degree or higher in a relevant field and at least 6 years of relevant professional experience; or Bachelor's degree and at least 9 years of relevant professional experience
Minimum 5 years of experience in the relevant sector
Prior experience working on at least one MCC assignment, such as a DQR, evaluation, M&E assignment, compact/threshold program, or related technical assignment with a period of performance of 6 months or longer
Demonstrated experience with sector performance indicators, data systems, reporting standards, monitoring systems, and institutional arrangements
Experience supporting donor-funded programs, public-sector institutions, implementing partners, utilities, regulators, or sector ministries
Strong ability to assess data quality risks and translate sector knowledge into practical findings and recommendations
Excellent interpersonal, cross-cultural, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
Strong writing and analytical skills
Preferred
Direct experience conducting or contributing to MCC-style Data Quality Reviews, Data Quality Assessments, Data Quality Improvement Plans, Data Quality Audits, M&E system reviews, sector evaluations, data verification exercises, or performance audits
Familiarity with MCC common indicators, MCC M&E Plans, Indicator Tracking Tables, compact reporting requirements, and MCA/Accountable Entity operating environments
Experience working with government ministries, utilities, regulators, land agencies, transport authorities, education agencies, water utilities, agricultural institutions, or other relevant sector bodies
Professional proficiency in French and/or Spanish
Ability to support GIS, spatial analysis, infrastructure verification, or geospatial documentation where relevant
Experience working across Africa, Latin America, Eastern Europe, Asia, or other MCC operating regions
Benefits
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Company
SoCha, LLC
Through providing evidence and building knowledge, SoCha empowers governments, international development agencies and organizations, and other implementers to understand their impact, track change, and make better decisions.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase