Head of Monitoring Evaluation and Learning MEL

Job Title: Head of Monitoring Evaluation and Learning (MEL)

Location: Johannesburg Gauteng

Job Type: Fulltime

Salary: R 70 000.00 R 90 000.00

Hire Resolves client is looking for a Head of Monitoring Evaluation and Learning (MEL) to lead the design implementation and oversight of the organizations MEL strategy and methodology. This role focuses on evaluating and monitoring social impact across all initiatives while assisting participating companies in developing and enhancing their own MEL frameworks.

Responsibilities:

• Design and Implementation: Oversee the design and implementation of the programmes MEL systems.
• KPIs and Tools: Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) targets MEL tools and define MEL responsibilities across the programme and related activities.
• MEL Tool Development and Dissemination: Create relevant MandE tools and formats; lead the provision of MandEspecific technical training.
• Data Oversight: Oversee data collection collation storage analysis and reporting ensuring data reliability and high quality.
• Team Management: Manage and support MEL staff including recruitment and onboarding.

• Evaluation Coordination: Coordinate external evaluation processes including drafting Terms of Reference (ToR) and selecting firms where appropriate.
• Programme Reporting: Oversee direct and review data analysis and the writing of select sections of programme reports in collaboration with the programme team.
• Applied Learning and Adaptation: Lead the team in routine data reviews and interpretation for learning and adaptation; package and disseminate timely findings.
• Thought Leadership: Produce thought leadership pieces relevant to programme data.
• Partnerships and Business Development Reporting: Develop and deliver regular reports and presentations to support the partnerships and business development division ensuring effective communication of data and insights to stakeholders.
• CAPACITI Storytelling: Present CAPACITIs results in a meaningful and impactful way for various funders creating compelling narratives and reports that effectively communicate programme impact and value.
• Corporate Funder Reporting: Be responsible for reporting to corporate funders ensuring all reports meet their specific requirements and expectations leveraging experience in this area.
• Specialist Oversight: Provide oversight and guidance to quality and accreditation specialists data specialists and project specialists to ensure high standards and effective project

Requirements:

• Graduate degree (or relevant professional experience) in social sciences development studies psychology or a similar field.
• 5 years of progressive experience in Monitoring and Evaluation (MandE) managerial roles.
• Proven experience managing MandE components/activities across multiyear complex projects with an emphasis on quality data collection and management infrastructures.
• Experience developing business and social impact MEL frameworks.

• Experience in reporting to corporate funders and understanding their unique needs and priorities.
• Strong negotiation communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple partnerships and projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Demonstrated experience with strategic thinking and planning in a fastpaced environment.

How to Apply:

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Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.

Send your CV to: or connect with Mischa Bornman via LinkedIn.

Alternatively you can also contact me directly at Hire Resolve

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.