What we are looking for

We're seeking an Associate Director/Director of Impact to lead the development and execution of an impact strategy aimed at enhancing the effectiveness, scalability, and sustainability of their work through data-driven monitoring, evaluation, and learning efforts. This individual will implement systems and processes to make data more reliable and actionable. The role involves strategic planning, creative problem-solving, resource management, team leadership, and collaboration with stakeholders and partners to ensure accurate and effective data collection, and to communicate insights that inform decision-making.

What does the job involve

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Leadership

• Develop an impact strategy that aligns with the organization's mission and operational goals.
• Serve as a thought-partner to senior leadership, the board, and partners on leveraging data to generate insights for improving the effectiveness of their work.
• Promote evidence-based decision-making and ensure that program outcomes are systematically tracked and reported.
• Manage and support the professional development of the M&E team to ensure successful execution of work according to planned targets.

Scalable MEL Systems, Processes, and Products

• Revamp the quality assurance program to align data collection with priority use-cases.
• Structure appropriately-sized research projects to drive continuous improvement.
• Leverage technology to ensure the interoperability of data collection tools with operational dashboards and other tracking systems.
• Identify, streamline, and define clear measurements on performance metrics across programmatic areas.
• Develop automations around routine analyses and reports.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including donors, community partners, and academic institutions.
• Ensure rigorous compliance with donor reporting requirements and contribute to the development of funding proposals.
• Oversee external evaluation and research collaborations.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Education, Public Policy, Economics, Data Science, International Development, or a related field.
• Prior experience in early childhood development is an advantage.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong leadership qualities with the capacity to motivate and develop teams.

Benefits

TBD