Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Advisor

Lead the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning system for the program.

Overview

Lead the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning system for the program.

You have:

  • BA or Master’s in Statistics, Economics, Development Studies, M&E, or related field
  • 5–7+ years of MEL experience in development programs
  • Strong experience with: Result chain and ToC design, Market systems / MSD programs, financial inclusion / DFS preferred
  • Experience with digital data tools (Comcare, MS Azure, Power BI)
  • Strong analytical skills (SPSS/STATA/R/Python preferred)
  • Experience in fragile or multi-regional contexts

Potential interview questions

How have you ensured data quality in your previous MEL roles? This question assesses your experience with maintaining high standards in data collection and analysis. Provide specific examples of data quality assessments or processes you've implemented.
Can you describe a time when you had to adapt an evaluation plan based on findings? Interviewers want to know how flexible and responsive you are in your approach to MEL. Pro members can see the explanation.
What methods do you use to integrate gender equality into MEL systems? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a challenging situation you've faced while collaborating with stakeholders. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure that lessons learned are documented and shared with the team? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Give an example of how you have used data to inform strategic decisions in a project. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What tools and systems do you prefer for data management and why? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you approach capacity building for local partners in MEL? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 20 days ago - Updated 1 hour ago - Source: mercycorps.org/careers/national