Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Professional

Job Summary

Position Title and Grade: Officer - Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (Grade 6)

Position Type/Duration: Fixed-Term (Two year with possibility of extension subject to organizational needs, satisfactory performance, and funds availability)

Position Location: ChildFund India, Bengaluru, Karnataka office

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, 40 hours per week

Telework Eligible: Yes

Reports To: Senior Manager - Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning

Role Overview

The Officer-MEL will be responsible for working with the field program team for monitoring and evaluation, research, documentation, facilitating learning platform, generating MIS of field information. They will be responsible for institutionalizing knowledge and organizational learning based on the critical information collected from the program's operations. They will also be responsible for enhancing impact through regular monitoring of programs ensuring quality control and evaluation, thus improving internal processes that results delivery in the field. The Officer-MEL will also guide the program implementation team/s in the field on M&E, research, training and learning and will actively collaborate with the team based in field offices, project offices and country officer to amplify program quality, impact and communication.

Remain alert and responsive to any safeguarding risks; acquire and maintain the relevant knowledge and skills necessary to promote strong safeguarding practices; understand and adhere to ChildFund India's Safeguarding Policy and Procedures; and conduct yourself at all times in a manner consistent with ChildFund India's safeguarding principles and standards.

Primary Responsibilities

• Collaborate with program implementation teams to develop Annual Operating Plan and Budget and monitor the execution and outcomes.
• Build capacity of program/field staff and local partner to develop instruments and design periodic (baseline, midline and end line) surveys and provide ongoing support to field teams/programs as needed.
• Plan and oversee internal/ external evaluations, reviews and impact assessments of the program.
• Manage database and undertake analysis for various assessments and evaluations.
• Ensure accountability through effective monitoring by -
• Developing and managing M & E database and management dashboards.
• Compiling quarterly, annual and other periodic reports based on the information collected from the field.
• Managing, tracking and reporting of Detailed Implementation Plan of all program operations.
• Sharing updates at different levels and developing feedback loops, and
• Conducting data audits for confirming quality of reported information.
• Manage M&E Platform (CAMEL) and CMIS of the organization for assigned states.
• Develop, adapt and pilot innovative tools (including use of Information technology) in M&E for measurement and reporting of progress for the projects/programs.
• Design solutions to improve information access, data sharing and facilitate knowledge generation and cross-learning.
• Provide expertise and support in designing and conducting macro and micro research studies.
• Support the Business Development and Communication team by providing program insights through Data and Learning Documents collected from the field as required.
• Conduct periodic assessment and analyze reports provided by the partners and staff and prepare state level, regional level and country level program reports - Track the plan verses progress and provide feedback.
• Review existing approaches and management information systems of the collaborating partner and agree on any required changes, support and resources.
• Conduct periodic field visits for supportive supervision of the collaborating partners.
• Technical assistance for developing project proposal through providing necessary data support.
• Conduct data quality audits and validate project data with available Primary & secondary source of evidence.
• Any other responsibilities may be assigned by the Line Manager

Minimum Qualifications Required for This Position

• Education: Bachelor's in Social Sciences, Demography, Economics, Statistics or other relevant areas. Master's preferred.
• Work Experience: Minimum 4 years of experience in similar position. Proven experience in designing and implementing MEL frameworks and systems.
• Language Proficiency: Fluency (verbal & written) in local language is must.
• Skills and Abilities: Proficiency in data management, Data Visualization and analysis software (e.g., SPSS, Excel, Power BI or other statistical tools). Skilled in project management principles and practices. Excellent report writing and presentation skills. Strong coordination, communication, and analytical skills. Familiarity with data quality standards and data management ethics.
• Job Knowledge: Deep understanding of M&E methodologies, including both qualitative and quantitative approaches.

Core Competencies

• Teamwork: the ability to work effectively and collaborate with others; values and respects individual differences.
• Communication: demonstrates empathy and tact when communicating with others and uses a storytelling approach when appropriate.
• Results orientation: gets things done; takes proactive steps to achieve organizational goals and quality standards.
• Decision making: uses good judgement, critical thinking, and non-traditional ways to evaluate problems and opportunities; reflects and innovates to improve decisions and outcomes.
• Resilience: thrives and grows in rapidly changing, demanding, and complex environments.
• Digital literacy: adopts and champions new technology to relevant contexts, stays aware of technological trends and embraces technological solutions to business challenges.

Evaluation and Selection Criteria

• Step 1: HR Pre-Screening: All Job Applications received will be collated by HR and preliminary screening will be conducted based on the minimum education and experience requirements mentioned above. The Applicants that do not meet the education and experience criteria will not be considered further for the selection process. All the qualified applications will be handed over by HR to the Selection Panel.
• Step 2: Qualified applications will be further reviewed by the Selection Panel. The Selection Panel will assess and rank all the applications based on the following factors for a maximum of 100 points: Job Knowledge (50 points); Work Experience (50 points).
• Step 3: Based on the written test assessment, applications will be further shortlisted for Step 3 i.e. Interview. The applications will be evaluated by the Selection Panel for the final selection, based on the following evaluation factors for a maximum of 100 points: Job Knowledge and Skills (25 Points); Work Experience (25 Points); Teamwork and Collaboration (25 Points); Communication Skills (25 Points).

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