ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Climate change, biodiversity loss, environmental degradation, and malnutrition. These four interconnected global crises have put at stake the wellbeing of our planet for years. Fueled by COVID-19, their impact on agriculture, landscapes, biodiversity, and humans is now stronger than ever. Reversing this negative trend is a challenge, but also an opportunity for bold choices and integrated solutions. Established in 2019, the Alliance of Bioversity International and the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) was created to address these four crises, maximizing impact for change at key points in the food system.

About the position

The Alliance is searching for a Specialist – MEL who will play a pivotal role in ensuring effective monitoring, evaluation, and learning within the ” Beans for Women Empowerment Project in the Eastern DRC.” The successful candidate will lead the B4WE project MEL efforts, overseeing the collection, analysis, and utilization of data to track project progress, assess impact, and facilitate evidence-based decision-making. She/He will report directly to the Project Manager of the B4WE and collaborate closely with the Principal Investigator, project teams, and partners on all MEL activities and reporting.

Main responsibilities

MEL System Development:

Co-design, co-develop, and co-implement a comprehensive and participatory (partner- centered) Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) framework and robust systems, including indicators, data collection tools, and reporting mechanisms, in alignment with project objectives and donor requirements.
Co-develop MEL plans and protocols to guide data collection, analysis, and reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
Co-establish data quality assurance procedures to ensure the accuracy, reliability, and completeness of collected data.
Data Collection and Management:

Coordinate the collection of baseline data and regular progress updates on project activities, outputs, and outcomes.
Manage databases and information systems for storing, organizing, and analyzing project-related data.
Collaborate effectively with all the project Partners across all the provinces and ensure access to the database for all the project components.
In collaboration with partners conduct field visits and interviews to gather qualitative and quantitative data from project participants, stakeholders, and beneficiaries.
In collaboration with partners conduct regular monitoring activities to track project progress against indicators and targets.
Monitoring and Reporting:

Monitor project implementation against planned activities, timelines, and targets, identifying deviations and challenges.
Prepare and share periodic progress reports, dashboards, and presentations on key performance indicators, achievements, and lessons learned for internal and external stakeholders.
Ensure timely sharing of Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) reports to project partners, donors, and other stakeholders, highlighting successes, challenges, and recommendations, while ensuring they are accurate and effectively communicate project progress.
Impact Assessment and Learning:

Lead efforts to assess the transitional impact and effectiveness of the B4WE project interventions.
Conduct evaluations, surveys, and studies to measure changes in knowledge, attitudes, and behaviours among project beneficiaries.
Facilitate learning workshops, reflection sessions, and knowledge-sharing events to promote continuous improvement and adaptive management.
Lead impact assessments and evaluations to measure the effectiveness and outcomes of project interventions.
Facilitate learning sessions and knowledge-sharing activities to promote continuous improvement and best practices.
Capacity Building and Support:

Provide training and technical assistance to the B4WE project staff, partners, and stakeholders on Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) concepts, tools, methodologies, and systems to enhance their capacity and understanding of MEL practices.
Strengthen the capacity of B4WE and consortium partners to collect, analyse, and utilize MEL data for decision-making and accountability.
Foster a culture of learning, evidence-based, and data-driven decision-making within the project team and partner organizations to promote continuous improvement and informed actions.

Requirements
Master’s degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Management, Statistics, Economics, Development Studies, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in MEL, preferably in the context of Gender empowerment, agriculture, or rural development projects and familiarity with donor MEL requirements and standards, particularly those related to Global Affairs Canada (GAC) with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Proficiency in MEL methodologies, including quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis techniques.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret and synthesize complex data sets.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Proficiency in data management and analysis software such as Excel, SPSS, STATA,
Familiarity with donor MEL requirements and standards, particularly those related to Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
Good knowledge of French is mandatory, and English will be an advantage