Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning Officer (Climate Resilience Project)

Lead and implement the monitoring, evaluation, research, and learning system for the Climate Resilience Project.

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Overview

Lead and implement the monitoring, evaluation, research, and learning system for the Climate Resilience Project.

You have:

Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Statistics, Social Work, Community Development, or related fields
At least 3 years of relevant experience in MERL and community-based projects
Strong background in monitoring and evaluation systems, research design, and data analysis
Training in project management, participatory research, and M&E methods
Strong writing, data analysis, and reporting skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Skilled in working with diverse stakeholders, including communities and partners
Willingness to conduct fieldwork
Must be a Filipino national based in the Philippines

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The Organisation

Plan International Pilipinas is a girl-centered community-focused non-government organization, serving the Philippines for the last 64 years.

We are a newly locally registered Foundation, connected to 80+ Plan International offices worldwide.

We work with around 7,000 partner communities or barangays across the country, delivering programs on (PIER) Protection from Violence, Inclusive Health, Education to Economic Empowerment, and Resilience and Humanitarian.

About the Project

Plan International Pilipinas, with support from the Zurich Foundation, is implementing the second phase of its Climate Resilience Project. Building on lessons from the Flood Resilience initiative, the project strengthens the capacity of communities and local stakeholders to adapt to climate change through innovative, evidence-based approaches.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced monitoring and evaluation (M&E) professional to lead the design and implementation of the project’s monitoring, evaluation, research, and learning system.

The Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning Officer (MERLO) ensures that data systems, tools, and processes generate reliable, actionable insights for program improvement and donor reporting. The role also plays a key part in strengthening learning and adaptive management, working closely with project teams, partners, and communities.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the implementation of the project’s MERL framework and M&E plan
Oversee data collection systems, tools, and databases to ensure quality and usability
Design and manage midline and endline studies
Track project performance and analyze data to inform decision-making
Consolidate and validate reports for submission to donors and internal stakeholders
Ensure timely and accurate reporting to the donor, National Office, and Country Office
Facilitate feedback loops with communities and partners; integrate findings into program design
Lead documentation and sharing of lessons learned and best practices
Build capacity of staff and partners on participatory and gender-responsive M&E approaches

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Statistics, Social Work, Community Development, or related fields
At least 3 years of relevant experience in MERL and community-based projects
Strong background in monitoring and evaluation systems, research design, and data analysis
Training in project management, participatory research, and M&E methods
Strong writing, data analysis, and reporting skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Skilled in working with diverse stakeholders, including communities and partners
Willingness to conduct fieldwork
Must be a Filipino national based in the Philippines

Core Competencies

Collaboration & Capacity Building: Works effectively with teams and supports learning among staff and partners
Communication: Communicates complex findings clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
Gender & Inclusion: Applies gender-responsive and participatory approaches in MERL processes
Adaptability: Able to work in dynamic, resource-constrained, and field-based contexts

Why Join This Project?

Contribute to climate resilience programming grounded in evidence and learning
Apply and deepen your expertise in MERL systems within a complex, community-based project
Work with a global organization committed to gender equality and inclusive development

Location: Country Office (Manila)

Type of Role: Project-based (until December 2027)

Reports to: Project Manager

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive compensation package

Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for.

We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.

We foster an organisational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls’ rights and inclusion.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.

A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International's Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme we will request information from applicants previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

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Potential interview questions

Describe your experience in managing monitoring and evaluation systems for community-based projects.	The interviewer wants to assess your practical experience in M&E.	Provide specific examples from past projects where you led M&E efforts.
How do you approach data analysis when evaluating project performance?	Understanding your analytical skills is crucial for this role.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you share an example of a feedback loop you facilitated with a community or partner?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use to ensure gender-responsive approaches in M&E?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a challenging situation you faced in a previous project and how you resolved it.	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure accurate and timely reporting to donors?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What participatory methods have you employed in your M&E practices?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple projects?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.