Country Level MEL Manager

Role Overview

The Country Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Manager leads Prosper Global Kenya’s country-wide approach to gathering, validating and using program data. Working with program teams and field offices, this role turns evidence into practical improvements, clear reporting and stronger program design, while guiding the rollout of an automated data system that provides timely analysis across the portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Set the country MEL direction and work with program leaders to create project-level systems that support implementation and contribute to national strategy and reporting.
• Establish and lead a Nairobi-based MEL function serving programs across the country, coordinating closely with Program Managers, field teams and regional or headquarters technical colleagues.
• Guide the introduction of automated data processes across the portfolio, bringing digital tools and analytics into routine monitoring and decision-making.
• Oversee data collection, validation and internal data quality assessments; address weaknesses that could affect program delivery or the reliability of reported results.
• Organize assessments and evaluations, contribute MEL expertise to program design, and strengthen local staff capacity to carry out internal evaluations.
• Train and coach program and MEL staff in monitoring, analysis, report writing and tools such as Tola, CommCare, Tableau, Excel and Power BI.
• Support teams to review monitoring findings regularly and use lessons from participants and program data to adapt activities and inform future interventions.
• Manage and develop MEL focal points, coordinators and officers through clear expectations, regular feedback, performance reviews and career development support.
• Promote safeguarding, community accountability and compliance with country security procedures across MEL work and team activities.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably in business administration, public administration, international development or a related discipline; a relevant master’s degree is preferred.
• At least seven years of experience in program development and monitoring and evaluation.
• Demonstrated experience building and managing MEL systems and teams, supervising data collection and validation, and strengthening staff capability.
• Strong training skills and experience working with a range of donors.
• Confidence using digital and data tools, with an interest in applying technology to improve analysis and program decisions.
• Ability to lead and develop teams, manage multiple priorities independently, meet deadlines and maintain a constructive, respectful team culture.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• An internationally recognized project or program management qualification, or willingness to obtain one during the first months in the role.

What We Offer / Why Join

• The opportunity to shape a country-wide MEL system and advance data automation across a diverse program portfolio.
• A leadership role focused on helping teams learn from evidence, improve services and remain accountable to the communities they serve.
• Dedicated time for professional and organizational learning: team members are expected to commit 5% of their time to learning activities.