Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Specialist for Engendering Industries Project – US based remote

The USAID-funded Engendering Industries project, implemented by Tetra Tech International Development (International Development Jobs – Tetra Tech), is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified candidates for a Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Specialist.

Position Description: Tetra Tech implements USAID’s Engendering Industries program that supports organizations in developing countries to increase economic opportunities for women and improve gender equality in the workplace. Engendering Industries uses a unique approach and a range of programs and activities to increase gender equality, create leadership opportunities, and develop female talent at organizations around the world.

The MEL Specialist is a vital member of the Engendering Industries team and will work with the Director of MEL, program technical staff, USAID/Washington and USAID/Missions, and partner companies globally to support the gathering and dissemination of partner and program results. The MEL Specialist will implement a robust MEL framework and learning agenda to measure results and inform the implementation and adaptation of program interventions and foster learning about the drivers of gender equality in the workplace. In collaboration with the MEL Director, the MEL Specialist will provide technical support to change management coaches and other technical staff, subcontractors, and partners. This will include support for collection of data and supporting documentation from partner companies, and the development of pre-post training surveys to measure changes in perceptions, skills, knowledge, and abilities as well as training to improve data-driven systems and processes. The MEL Specialist will also work closely with the Communications team to provide data and insights for the development of lessons learned and communications products for reporting and marketing materials.

The position can be fully remote from a continental US-based location or hybrid within a commutable distance to either one of our office locations in Winooski, VT or Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities:

* Manage the implementation of program MEL plan including data collection tools and processes, data analysis, reporting for key project deliverables such the quarterly and annual reports, and results factsheet.

* Lead the collection, validation, and reporting of program-level data and provide accurate, concise, summarized reporting against performance and context indicators for program reports.

* Ensure program data and results are accurate, reliable, and verified with supporting documentation.

* Ensure that data from activities, grantees, subcontractors, partners, are input into the established program database and USAID’s Development Information System (DIS) in a timely and effective way.

* Design and implement mixed-methods survey tools to monitor progress of program interventions and training and to further validate partner outcome reporting.

* Provide MEL technical support to coaches and partner companies during the onboarding process, including data collection efforts for gender equality assessments.

* Develop resources and provide training and support to relevant stakeholders on the project’s MEL systems and data collection and reporting tools and procedures.

* Conduct quantitative and qualitative data analysis and develop visualizations to inform decision-making, knowledge generation and reporting.

* Provide technical assistance on buy-in activities to collect data or conduct research as required.

* Support the team in internal learning activities throughout the project lifecycle including helping to design and lead the project’s CLA approach.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

* Minimum bachelor’s degree with 7 years of relevant experience overseeing MEL in an international development context or master’s degree with 5 years of relevant experience overseeing MEL in an international development context.

* Proficiency in development and implementation of MEL plans.

* Demonstrated experience in qualitative and quantitative research methods and analysis, using a wide variety of analytical tools, and in survey design.

* Working knowledge of USAID and private sector clients with experience using data and evidence to enable data-driven decision making and produce high-quality and timely reports for a diverse range of stakeholders.

* Familiarity with USAID data governance principles and practices to ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with regulations.

* Must have demonstrated proficiencies and have strong capacities in digital data collection methods, cloud storage, and data visualization tools.

* An eagerness to learn and ability to work independently, resourcefully, and to take initiative with flexibility to change priorities as needed.

* Desire to work in a multi-cultural environment and collaborate with people from different backgrounds and experiences, with a partner-first approach to interacting with stakeholders.

* Fluency in English required; working proficiency in Spanish, French or Arabic desirable, but not required.

* Current US work authorization is required at the time of application.