Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Officer – Rwanda

The Monitoring Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Officer will support the delivery of high-quality monitoring evaluation and learning across AMIs Rwanda-based programmes. The role focuses on implementing MEL plans coordinating data collection ensuring data quality and supporting donor-compliant reporting for priority projects. The MEL Officer will work closely with programme teams and internal stakeholders to ensure that programme data is accurate timely and used to inform learning and continuous improvement while operating under the guidance of AMIs Impact Intelligence (MEL) team. The role has a particular focus on Rwanda-based programmes and requires strong field experience including the ability to provide M&E-informed guidance to both internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Monitoring & Data Collection

• Support the development and implementation of programme-level MEL plans including indicators tools and data collection schedules in alignment with organisational guidance and donor requirements
  

• Coordinate routine data collection activities including baseline monitoring and endline data where applicable
  

• Work with enumerators programme staff and partners to ensure data is collected accurately and on time
  

• Conduct data quality checks validation and cleaning in collaboration with relevant teams
  

• Support ethical data collection practices including informed consent data protection and safe handling of participant information in line with organisational and donor requirements
  

• Support field-based MEL activities for Rwanda programmes including engagement with implementation partners and field teams to ensure tools and processes are practical and fit-for-purpose
  

Reporting & Donor Compliance

• Support the preparation of donor reports for Rwanda-based programmes including indicator tracking and narrative inputs
  

• Contribute to reporting requirements for institutional donors such as the Mastercard Foundation World Bank AGRA BRD and others
  

• Maintain clear documentation of MEL processes data sources and assumptions
  

• Support internal reviews audits or external evaluations by preparing data documentation and evidence as required
  

Learning & Use of Data

• Support analysis of programme data to generate practical insights for programme improvement
  

• Contribute to learning briefs dashboards or presentations for internal and external stakeholders
  

• Participate in programme reflection and learning sessions to support continuous improvement
  

Collaboration & Coordination

• Work closely with programme teams and internal stakeholders to support effective MEL delivery
  

• Coordinate with external partners or consultants involved in MEL activities
  

• Provide M&E-driven guidance to internal and external stakeholders involved in Rwanda-based programmes supporting consistent understanding of indicators data quality expectations and reporting requirements
  

• Escalate data quality risks delivery challenges or timeline issues in a timely manner
  

Requirements

Education

• Bachelors degree in monitoring and evaluation social sciences development studies economics statistics or a related field
  

• A Masters degree in a relevant field is an advantage but not required
  

Experience

• 47 years experience in monitoring evaluation and learning within development or donor-funded programmes
  

• Experience supporting donor reporting and results frameworks for institutional funders (e.g. Mastercard Foundation AGRA World BankBRD or similar)
  

• Experience coordinating data collection activities and working with enumerators or implementation partners
  

• Experience working on enterprise youth agriculture or SME-focused programmes is an advantage
  

• Demonstrated experience working on Rwanda-based programmes or in similar contexts including field-based MEL activities
  

Skills

• Strong quantitative and qualitative data skills including data cleaning validation and basic analysis
  

• Strong proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets
  

• Experience with digital data collection tools (e.g. Kobo ODK SurveyCTO SurveyMonkey or similar)
  

• Ability to organise document and manage data and reporting processes clearly and accurately
  

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
  

Attributes

• High attention to detail and commitment to data quality and accuracy
  

• Strong organisational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
  

• Collaborative and able to work effectively with programme teams and internal stakeholders
  

• Proactive reliable and comfortable working in a fast-paced delivery environment
  

• Strong professional integrity and respect for ethical data collection practices.
  

Benefits