Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Associate-Dadaab

ABOUT THE ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• The MEL Associate will be based in Kakuma, with frequent travel to different sites in the region. He/she will report to the MEL Manager Kenya, based in Nairobi. The roles and responsibilities for this position include:

Data Collection (50%)

• Lead local data collection and data quality checks for Dadaab & Garissa, working with the program teams and the MEL teams for a coordinated approach.
• Work with the data team to provide feedback on the qualitative and quantitative data collection tools.
• Work with the manager to plan and execute data collections processes, including surveys and focus group discussions with a variety of client types
• Communicate with clients about data collection plans and processes, and organize all logistics for successful collection
• Update the project monitoring plan and monitor the indicators of different projects
• Test survey materials, and incorporate feedback in consultation with the MEL team
• Train and support field staff on the routine monitoring data collection tools, specifically Survey CTO
• Recruit, train, and supervise enumerators or internal stakeholders, ensuring they are trained and following all interview protocols for data collection
• Supervise the data collection in English, on the phone, or with digital tools/systems
• Lead focus group discussions, facilitating and taking notes to capture meaningful insights
• Ensure that surveys and M&E tasks are implemented in accordance with the M&E standard operating procedures set by Inkomoko

Data Organization and Reporting (30%)

• Ensure high data quality and completeness by conducting data cleaning exercises
• Ensure proper storage of data and use of appropriate guidelines to ensure Inkomoko and client confidentiality
• Transcribe data from focus group discussions
• Analyze data in excel and other analysis tools and write summary reports
• Develop and share routine monitoring reports on monthly basis with program colleagues
• Assist in data analysis and donor/partner reporting
• Ensure data and privacy protections for all content
• Follow up and implement policies and protocols for all company and client data

Other MEL Responsibilities (20%)

• Ensure client’s perspective is incorporated in quarterly program review
• Support the communication team in gathering significant success stories
• Team meetings and general participation in a variety of company learning and collaboration activities
• Willingness and ability to travel 30% of your time to other field offices/ locations
• Perform any other activities related to MEL

Requirements

The MEL Associate should have experience in MEL, including managing complex data collection processes. Successful candidates will need to demonstrate:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3 years of work experience in MEL or statistics fields
• Experience with Survey CTO, Stata, R, PowerBi is a plus, but excellent Excel skills are required.
• Experience managing teams of enumerators
• Technical skills and experience in data collection, tool development using mobile data collection software, and data management protocols 
• Experience in quantitative and qualitative data methods
• Experience in statistical analysis software and/or qualitative data analysis software
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines—must be strategic and operational

COMPETENCIES
We are looking for someone who will;

• Manages Diverse Relationships – Relates well to a wide variety of personalities, values differences, and communicates effectively across diverse communication styles, cultures, and backgrounds.
• Takes initiatives to Deliver – Thinks several months in advance, prioritizes objectives, implements reliably, and quickly identifies what will help or hinder goal accomplishment.
• Fluent in Technology – Uses technology effectively to work efficiently and achieve desired outcomes.

Benefits

This role is inside a high-growth, mission-driven social enterprise. By joining, you’ll access:

• Meaningful work that directly contributes to sustainable livelihoods and job creation across East and Central Africa.
• Competitive salary, and potential Performance-based bonus
• Incredible company culture, with opportunities for learning and growth
• Diverse colleagues across the region, and policies that demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion 
• A dynamic and entrepreneurial team environment committed to innovation and social impact
• Health insurance for self and family
• Staff savings and provident fund, negotiated bank rates for long-term employees
• Generous annual leave, parental leave, and sabbatical options