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Episcopal Relief & Development is Hiring a Remote MEL Systems Specialist
TITLE: SYSTEMS SPECIALIST, Monitoring, Evaluation, & Learning (MEL)
REPORTS TO: Director, Strategic Learning & Impact
DEPARTMENT: Strategic Learning & Impact (SLI)
DIVISION: Global Programs
LOCATION: New York, NY or Remote USA
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
EFFECTIVE DATE: 3/22/2024
PRIMARY FUNCTION/PURPOSE: The Systems Specialist, MELconfigures and maintains the
organization’s quantitative and qualitative systems for program monitoring, evaluation, research
and learning and provides technical support to users. The Systems Specialist, MEL seeks user
ease, efficiency, and interoperability between all the component parts of the MEL System,
liaising with the Senior MEL Manager for technical guidance. The position provides support in
MEL analytics, back-end system functionality, and data integrity and informs data strategy in the
organization’s digital transformation. The MEL Systems Specialist works with the Director, SLI
in supporting Episcopal Relief & Development’s core values and strategic goals.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions.
Digital Monitoring & Evaluation Systems (Quantitative & Qualitative)
- Configures digital systems for new projects, geographies and users
them into standard dashboards and reports; may also customize DHIS2 for complex
indicators or reports
- Makes system improvements based on user experiences and evolving organization
- Configures evaluation survey questions and all system components to calculate specific
- Configures monitoring and evaluation dashboards and reports as required
other tools as needed
• Customizes coding in Stata for complex indicators and data analysis
• Configures Nvivo for qualitative data analysis
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MEL Systems’ Technical Advice
- Provides ongoing technical advice to users of all MEL systems
• Provides technical insight on user requirements and technical specifications for new
systems
• Provides technical insight on systems optimization
• Tests and verifies system changes and corrections working alongside developers
• Collaborates with key program and partner staff on system/tool testing and feedback
loops to ensure systems and tools are user-friendly and meet user needs.
MEL Systems’ Management and Performance Improvement
- Manages adherence to data collection and management privacy standards: compliance,
- Informs assessment of emerging developments in MEL systems
execution of its processes
- Organizes and maintains MEL systems’ project management and documentation per
MEL Support
- Updates project MEL Workbook tool annually
- Provides back-up on additional MEL technical work in the cluster
- Performs other duties as assigned.
There are no direct staff supervisory responsibilities. The position:
- Manages and oversees external MEL systems consultants and vendors
- A Bachelor’s Degree in statistics, research, evaluation, or economics.
- An Advanced Degree such as a Master's Degree preferred
EXPERIENCE:
- A minimum of four (4) years of MEL systems’ experience, or information systems,
- Demonstrated success in data system configuration and Stata customization to meet
- Systems experience with project/program data preferably in international development
- Demonstrated effectiveness working individually and in teams, and managing system
- Keen interest in technology, systems and innovation and demonstrated ability to quickly
SKILLS:
- Demonstrated high-level skills and experience with the following software:
o DHIS2
o Stata and/or SPSS
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o Mobile open source data applications (e.g. CommCare, ODK, Kobo Collect)
Skills, cont’d
o Nvivo or other qualitative data analysis software
o Preferred: Power BI or other interactive data visualization software
- Self-starter capable of working remotely at a high level of productivity; able to work
- Initiative and problem-solving abilities with a focus on building it better and continuous
- System User/Customer service-oriented
- Detail-oriented with strong organizing, prioritizing, and time management skills for
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills; proven ability to manage complex or
- Fluency in English; French, Portuguese or Spanish a plus
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Passionate about Episcopal Relief & Development’s mission and impact
- May be required to work long hours and a varied schedule including occasional evenings
- Ability and willingness to work Eastern time business hours and some business hours of
- Ability and willingness to travel periodically in the U.S. and possibly in diverse and under-
resourced environments internationally
The position description is a guide to the critical duties and essential functions of the job, not an
all-inclusive list of responsibilities and/or qualifications. Position descriptions are reviewed and
revised to meet the changing needs of Episcopal Relief & Development at the sole discretion of
management.
Episcopal Relief & Development is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be
an equal opportunity employer (EEO). All employment practices will be administered without
regard to an individual’s actual or perceived protected characteristic(s) - race, color, religion,
gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age,
veteran status or any other legally protected status. Episcopal Relief & Development offers
reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. You may request accommodation at
any time.
SALARY & BENEFITS:
Annual salary range of $86,600-$91,000.
Competitive, comprehensive benefits package offered
How To Apply:
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Email resume and cover letter to careers@episcopalrelief.org with the subject line
“SYSTEMS SPECIALIST, Monitoring, Evaluation, & Learning (MEL)For more information, visit
our website at www.episcopalrelief.org. The position description is a guide to the
critical duties and essential functions of the job, not an all-inclusive list of
responsibilities and/or qualifications. Position descriptions are reviewed and revised to
meet the changing needs of Episcopal Relief & Development at the sole discretion of
management.
Job Summary
Full Time
$94k-119k (estimate)
03/30/2024
07/25/2024
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