Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Associate

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The MEL Associate will be based in Jigjiga or Kebribeyah, with frequent travel to different sites in the Somali Regional State. He/she will report to the MEL Manager Ethiopia, based in Addis. The roles and responsibilities for this position include:

Data Collection (50%)

• Lead local data collection and data quality assurance for Jigjiga and Kebrebeyah, working with the program teams and the MEL teams for a coordinated approach.
• Conduct routine data validation and quality checks. including back-checks, spot checks, and cleaning to ensure reliability and accuracy.
• Work with the data team to provide feedback on the qualitative and quantitative data collection tools.
• Work with the manager to plan and execute data collections processes, including surveys and focus group discussions with a variety of client types
• Communicate with clients about data collection plans and processes, and organize all logistics for successful collection
• Update the project monitoring plan and monitor the indicators of different projects
• Test survey materials, and incorporate feedback in consultation with the MEL team
• Translate materials into local languages (Amharic or Somali) as needed.
• Train and support field staff on the routine monitoring data collection tools, like Kobo, SurveyCTO.
• Recruit, train, and supervise enumerators, ensuring they are trained and following all interview protocols for data collection
• Supervise the data collection in English and Somali-in person, on the phone, or with digital
• Lead focus group discussions, facilitating and taking notes to capture meaningful insights
• Ensure that surveys and M&E tasks are implemented in accordance with the M&E standard operating procedures set by Inkomoko

Data Organization and Reporting (30%)

• Ensure proper storage of data and use of appropriate guidelines to maintain data security and confidentiality.
• Transcribe data from focus group discussions
• Analyze data in excel and other analysis tools and write summary reports
• Develop and share routine monitoring reports on monthly basis with program colleagues
• Assist in data analysis and donor/partner reporting
• Ensure data and privacy protections for all content
• Implement and follow Inkomoko’s data privacy and protection policies for all company and client data
• Ensure that documentation of lessons and insights is incorporated into reports to enhance program learning.
• Follow up and implement policies and protocols for all company and client data

Other MEL Responsibilities (20%)

• Ensure client’s perspective is incorporated in quarterly program review
• Facilitate cross-departmental collaboration for learning and MEL reflection sessions, ensuring insights inform program strategies.
• Support the communication team in gathering and documenting significant success stories that highlight program impact.
• Document lessons learned and best practices from MEL activities to contribute to continuous program improvement.
• Actively participate in team meetings and broader organizational learning activities.
• Willingness to travel 30% of your time to other Ethiopia field offices
• Perform any other activities related to MEL

Requirements

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

We are looking for someone who;

• Manages Diverse Relationships – Relates well to a wide variety of personalities, values differences, and communicates effectively across diverse communication styles, cultures, and backgrounds.
• Takes initiatives to Deliver – Thinks several months in advance, prioritizes objectives, implements reliably, and quickly identifies what will help or hinder goal accomplishment.
• Fluent in Technology – Uses technology effectively to work efficiently and achieve desired outcomes.

The MEL Associate should have experience in MEL, including managing complex data collection processes. Successful candidates will need to demonstrate:

Technical skills and experience in data collection, tool development using mobile data collection software, and data management protocols

• Experience with SurveyCTO, Kobo, Stata, R, PowerBi is a plus, but excellent Excel skills are required.
• English and Somali are a requirement, and Amharic is a plus..
• Experience managing teams of enumerators
• Experience in quantitative and qualitative data methods
• Experience in statistical analysis software and or qualitative data analysis software
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines – must be strategic and operational
• 3 years of work experience in MEL or statistics fields
• Relevant degree required

Benefits

WHAT YOU’LL GET

This role is inside a high-growth, mission-driven social enterprise. By joining, you’ll access:

• Meaningful work that directly contributes to sustainable livelihoods and job creation across East and Central Africa.
• Competitive salary, and potential Performance-based bonus
• Incredible company culture, with opportunities for learning and growth
• Diverse colleagues across the region, and policies that demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion
• A dynamic and entrepreneurial team environment committed to innovation and social impact
• Health insurance for self and family
• Staff savings and provident fund, negotiated bank rates for long-term employees
• Generous annual leave, parental leave, and sabbatical options.

Skills Required:

• Any / Field
• Sales / Marketing / Business / Management
• Social / Science / Project / Management / Development