Senior Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Specialist 2

OPPORTUNITY 

This is a great opportunity for a mission-driven individual who is interested in international development and program management.   

• Do you want to work with an innovative and collaborative team committed to transformational change in how we approach sustainable development?   
• Can you imagine starting your day with an innovative and solution-oriented technical team with an opportunity to regularly engage with a wide range of stakeholders, including other USAID implementing partners and their key stakeholders? 
  
  

This is a great position for someone that enjoys a fast-paced environment supporting learning and adaptive management of a USAID-funded activity strengthening the capacity of global health local organizations through the Global Health Risk and Compliance (GHRC) Activity.

PURPOSE AND NEED  

Environmental Incentives, LLC (EI) is looking to hire a Senior Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Specialist 2 (MEL Specialist) to manage GHRC's MEL efforts. The MEL Specialist will build and maintain robust MEL data systems and processes using on-line google sheets for the collection, management, and analysis of project data to monitor and report on progress toward achieving project results. The MEL Specialist will work closely with the Director of Learning and Engagement (DLE) and will collaborate with staff and consortium members to track baseline data and progress for each local organization monitor performance indicators and offer guidance on necessary activity adjustments to enhance the project's responsiveness to evolving local conditions.

The Specialist will ensure that data is accessible to the donor, local organizations and the GHRC team. performance improvement through the conduct of thorough and timely data analysis and reviews; program implementation lessons will be documented, and data-driven strategies will be developed and integrated into the program implementation cycle. In collaboration with the DLE, the MEL Specialist will ensure the database captures data for collaboration, learning, and adaptation (CLA) approach.

ABOUT ENVIRONMENTAL INCENTIVES  

At EI our purpose is to create the conditions for human and natural communities to thrive. We do this by helping our partners improve the performance of conservation and development programs. Our clients trust us to design and support implementation of programs that (1) use evidence to develop effective strategies within complex systems, (2) center local stakeholder experiences and facilitate collective action, and (3) produce results that support learning about what works. Environmental Incentives is a certified B Corporation with offices located in Washington, DC, South Lake Tahoe, San Diego, Nairobi, and Lima (pending registration). Our remote staff and consultants are based in multiple states within the United States, and across five continents.  

RESPONSIBILITIES 

Project MEL Management Support

• Under the supervision of the DLE, work with GHRC team members to design and implement GHRC's overall monitoring and evaluation framework to provide high-quality data from implementation of GHRC.
• Ensure that the GRHC monitoring and evaluation framework responds to priority indicators relevant to health programming, including PEPFAR, as well as to USAID priorities around localization and inclusive development.
• Co-lead with the DLE the development of the Annual MEL Plan which includes indicators and methodologies to measure progress against strategies, interventions, and activities proposed under the Annual Work Plan.
  
  

Data Management

• Develop and maintain robust on-line google sheets MEL data systems and processes for the collection, management, and analysis of project data to monitor and report on progress toward achieving project results.
• Ensure alignment and harmonization of monitoring data from implementation of activities at the global, regional and local levels, including capacity strengthening activities for individual organizations.
• Develop orientation and training package for all GHRC consortium members and consultants
  
  

Data Quality

• Ensure data quality by developing data quality strategies and conducting and participating in data quality assessments (DQAs) and implementing corrective measures to address identified gaps for all project indicators
• Assist the project team in developing and using harmonized data collection tools and processes and data analysis plans for qualitative and quantitative indicators at all levels, ensuring data timeliness, quality, and completeness
  
  

Knowledge Management

• Develop project-wide knowledge management/MEL systems, including data dashboards, databases, and datasets.
• Support the DLE to manage semi-annual pause-and-reflect event that uses monitoring data and learning from implementation to inform adaptive management of GHRC and to update the learning agenda, learning plan, and the direction of capacity strengthening.
  
  

Assessments

• Develop project quantitative and qualitative indicators and targets, as well as processes and tools to measure them.
  
  

Collaborating, Learning and Adapting (CLA)

• Support CLA activities by designing data collection tools, collection and analysis.
  
  

Reporting

• Contribute MEL data and analysis to quarterly reports summarizing the progress against the annual work plan, including progress (activities completed, benchmarks achieved, performance standards completed) since the last reporting period.
• Track and report as appropriate on all USAID standard and customized indicators through specified channels.
  
  

  QUALIFICATIONS  

Minimum Qualifications  

• Bachelor's degree and 9 years of experience in demography, statistics, economics, public health, epidemiology, or a similar field; Master's degree and 7 years of experience.
• Five (5) years of PEPFAR/USAID experience developing and successfully implementing effective monitoring and evaluation systems with MER indicators.
• Proven experience in MEL, data quality, and data use for learning.
• Expertise in data visualization and data for decision making using PowerBI and Tableau.
• Expertise in measuring performance and impact related to the delivery of integrated HIV services.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications  

• A master's degree in demography, statistics, economics, public health, epidemiology, or a similar field.
• Prefer second language skills in Spanish, French or Portuguese.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities 

• Demonstrated skills in data management and the use of relevant analysis software (SPSS, STATA, Epi Info, DHIS2. Atlas.ti, ArcGIS).
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Ability to travel regularly to project region.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral presentation skills.
• Ability to collaborate with project teams.
  
  

Additional Requirements  

• Legally authorized to work in the United States with no restrictions.  
• Criminal background check required.  
  
  

BASE STATION

This opportunity is a full-time position. The preferred location for this role is Washington, D.C., however, exceptional remote candidates will be considered. Environmental Incentives is implementing a hybrid work model in which employees will be required to work in the office approximately two days per week.  

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS 

The starting salary range for this position is $110,000 - $128,000 per year.

Environmental Incentives also offers a competitive benefits package that includes:  

• 100% employer-funded medical, dental, long-term and short-term disability, and life insurance for employees, and the option to enroll in supplemental life insurance. 
• Highly competitive 401k contributions that start on day one of your employment. Did we mention we offer environmentally responsible investment options?   
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time. You'll also get paid time off opportunities each year to vote and volunteer at a charity of your choice!   
• As an Employee Stock Ownership company, you'll share in our success and benefit from company growth.
  
  

 HOW TO APPLY 

Please submit your application no later than November 15, 2024. On a rolling basis throughout the application period, we will review applications and contact qualified candidates for additional information.

ENVIRONMENTAL INCENTIVES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

We are committed to developing an inclusive work environment for all employees, where diversity of thought, style, culture, and skill is valued in support of individual performance and potential, as well as our business goals and mission. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

Reasonable Accommodation:

Applicants with disabilities may contact Environmental Incentives coordinators via telephone, e-mail, and other means to request and arrange for accommodations. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time. Please contact Human Resources:

Aleedra Straughter

Chief People Officer

Phone: (771) 210-1173

E-mail: careers@enviroincentives.com