Family Health International (FHI 360) is hiring a Senior Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer to play a critical role within the STRIDES Activity. This position oversees day-to-day MEL activities, manages quality data collection, analysis, and reporting to ensure evidence-based decision-making, providing home office backstopping to a large-scale global project.
What You'll Do
- Provide overall technical direction to project staff for planning, implementing, and reporting against the Activity Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Plan (AMELP).
- Lead MEL activities in close collaboration with country teams, supporting staff and partner capacity building.
- Monitor and maintain project protocols, instruments, data sets, manuals, training materials, and reports.
- Ensure AMELP implementation remains technically sound and adheres to company strategy and standard operating procedures.
- Develop technical briefs, reports, and materials to facilitate research, best practices, and the implementation of evaluation plans.
- Analyze MEL data to identify areas for improvement and propose appropriate technical strategy and guidelines.
- Assist with the implementation of research studies by providing technical support and overall management.
- Collaborate with the project team to interpret data sets and other assessment findings.
- Develop and monitor MEL plans and budgets.
- Participate in client meetings and draft report presentations.
- Prepare reports and papers summarizing project results and analyzing data sets.
- Provide technical support in the development and dissemination of tools, materials, and reports for research projects.
- Provide quality assurance on MEL deliverables and reported data.
What We're Looking For
- A Master’s Degree in Public Health, International Development, Economic Development, or a related field.
- At least 6 years of experience developing and implementing monitoring and evaluation methodologies, including impact evaluations.
- Experience managing data collection activities and providing M&E technical assistance to projects.
- Prior work experience in an NGO, government agency, or private organization.
- Experience working with diverse teams and applying research-to-practice principles to support program implementation.
- Ability to effectively communicate and utilize research and technical content for practical application.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent Spanish OR French.
- In-depth knowledge of MEL concepts, practices, and procedures.
- Deep knowledge of MEL quality standards.
- Proficiency with database management software.
- Sensitivity to cultural diversity and understanding of political, contextual, and ethical issues.
- Articulate, professional communication skills with clients and staff.
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and demonstrated project management skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to analyze and interpret data, identify errors, and prepare reports.
- Ability to solve problems and implement corrective action.
- Creativity, problem-solving, ability to collaborate effectively, and independent thought.
Nice to Have
- Project Management (PM) Certification.
- 7-8 years of relevant experience.
- Experience working internationally.
- Direct experience with Knowledge Management and Communication.
- Knowledge of other languages.
Technical Stack
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Database management software
- Personal Computer/Laptop
- Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams)
- Cell phone/mobile technology
- Standard office equipment
Team & Environment
You will work directly with country teams, technical teams in the home office, global partners, and clients.
Benefits & Compensation
- Annual salary range: USD 93,000 - USD 104,000 (US Based Hiring Salary Range)
- FHI 360 contributes 7% of monthly base pay to a money purchase pension plan account.
- 18 days of paid vacation per year for full-time staff.
- 12 sick days per year for full-time staff.
- 11 holidays per year for full-time staff.
Work Mode
This is a global position.
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
