The MEL Advisor will play a key role in enhancing the capacity of field MEL and Activity teams and ensuring that data systems and processes align with TechnoServe and USAID guidelines.

Key Roles and Responsibilities: 

MEL System Support and Coordination

• Assist the MEL Manager in refining and implementing the MEL framework, ensuring alignment with Activity objectives and USAID guidelines.
• Collaborate with consortium partners to ensure the integration of MEL practices across all regions and activities.
• Support the rollout and maintenance of the FSA Management Information System (FSA MIS) to ensure seamless data flow and reporting.

Data collection and Quality Assurance

• Develop and test data collection tools and protocols in collaboration with the MEL manager, technical leads and field teams.
• Conduct periodic field-level monitoring and verification to ensure data accuracy, timeliness, and consistency.
• Support data quality assessments and participate in USAID-led external reviews, addressing data quality issues effectively.
• Oversee the implementation of FSA assessments and evaluations , such as baseline surveys, annual outcome surveys/ participant-based assessments etc., to generate actionable insights.
• Ensure adherence to TechnoServe's and USAID guidelines and data protection standards in all MEL activities.
• Maintain robust documentation of MEL processes, methodologies, and results for audits and reviews.

Reporting and analysis

• Contribute to the preparation of monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual reports, including data visualization and performance insights.
• Aggregate and analyze data to identify trends, supporting Activity planning and decision-making.
• Assist in compiling quarterly scorecards and other performance monitoring tools.

Capacity building and Technical Support

• Provide ongoing training to field MEL teams and Activity staff in data collection, management, analysis, and reporting to ensure alignment with FSA MEL standards and practices.
• Provide targeted technical assistance to consortium partners, ensuring alignment with FSA MEL framework and standards.
• Foster a culture of data-driven decision-making within FSA by promoting the importance of MEL practices and encouraging its integration into day-to-day operations.

Accountability and Beneficiary Feedback

• Assist in the development and management of beneficiary feedback mechanisms, ensuring insights inform Activity adjustments.
• Analyze feedback data and provide actionable recommendations to enhance Activity accountability.

Desired Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Economics, Monitoring & Evaluation, or MEL related field. A Master’s Degree is preferred.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in designing and implementing monitoring and Evaluation systems for complex projects funded by USAID, preferably in food security and nutrition- related projects.
• Knowledge of USAID MEL technical principles, guidance, and concepts, and experience collecting, analyzing, and reporting USAID indicators.
• Proficiency in GIS software use in development programming.
• Advanced computer skills, including analytical software (e.g. Advanced Excel, SPSS, STATA, R, or Python) and data visualization programs (e.g. Advanced Excel, Tableau, Power Bi)
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing MEL technology platforms to enhance data collection, management, analysis, and reporting processes, a plus       
• Knowledge of web-based surveys (e.g. ONA, google forms, Comm Care) is desirable.
• Experience in supporting and strengthening the government/county M&E system.
• Experience and skills in partner relationship management, participatory action planning and community engagement is a plus.
• Ability to travel across the country  to support data collection.