GEAPP is seeking a technical MEL consultant to support its regional MEL function in setting up a robust MEL framework and procedures for one of the programs in the organization’s rapidly growing MEL portfolio. The consultant will be tasked to work on the planning, pilot and implementation of the MEL framework and procedures, consolidation of the monitoring results, and reflection of the results in a MEL data management platform.S

Phase 1 – Planning (January – March 2025; 45 days)

• A technical assessment to the EWAS MEL Plan to provide recommendations on areas of improvement.
• Develop data collection tools and guides using survey tools and the data management platform ensuring user-friendliness and contextual relevance.
• Facilitate capacity-building workshops for program staff and implementing partner MEL Officers on the use of MEL tools, emphasizing participatory methods and data quality assurance.
• Provide hands-on mentorship and technical support to ensure consistent application of the tools.

Phase 2 – Design (April – June 2025; 45days)

• Baseline findings integration to EWAS MEL plan and data management platform
• Onboarding implementing partner MEL officers to data management platform
• Impact reporting support to GEAPP and to the donor.

Phase 3 – Implementation (July – December 2025; 60 days)

• Continue with all operational deliverables of Phases 1 & 2, including: collate data through the methods identified in the framework, issue periodic M&E reports and devise improvement measures.
• Produce periodic reports and measurements of program impacts
• Act as the liaison for any MEL program requirements and ensure the output of MEL application is used to improve the overall program
• Develop a handover schedule and organize workshops for identified resources

Key Deliverables

• Update EWAS MEL Plan with recommendations and Tools.
• Training manuals and reports on survey tool and data management platform
• Impact reports to key stakeholders on a quarterly basis
• Data analysis outputs, including visualizations and summaries.
• End year handover report with actionable recommendations.

Qualifications and Skills

• Update Master’s degree in Social Statistics, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Professional Certification in Monitoring and Evaluation for development programs.
• Over a decade of experience in MEL, with expertise in agriculture, women’s economic empowerment, and youth development.
• Demonstrated competency in using Kobo Toolbox for data collection and training.
• Extensive experience in qualitative and quantitative research, including tool design, data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Proven track record of working with international organizations such as UNICEF, USAID, and IFAD.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis software (SPSS, Stata, SAS) and qualitative data analysis tools (NVivo).
• Strong facilitation and training skills, with the ability to mentor diverse teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with experience presenting findings at international forums.