Senior Specialist - M&E, Bangalore

Role: Senior Specialist - M&E, Bangalore
Experience: 4+ years 
Salary:  8.5- 12 LPA
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Position Overview

The Senior Specialist in Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) will lead the design, implementation, and management of M&E frameworks across various programs. This role involves close collaboration with program teams to understand the and define the impact metrics, ensure data-driven decision-making, the creation of reproducible analyses, and continuous improvement of program outcomes.

Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka

Key Responsibilities

M&E Framework Design: Lead the development and refinement of M&E frameworks, including the identification of key indicators, data collection methodologies, and reporting mechanisms.

Data Collection & Management: Oversee the design of data collection tools and ensure the accurate and timely collection, entry, and management of data.

Data Analysis & Reporting: Perform in-depth quantitative and qualitative analyses and draw insights that lead to action.

Field Visits: Conduct field visits to program sites to collaborate with field teams, observe program implementation, and gather firsthand insights as well as validate data collected . Use these observations to inform and improve M&E processes.

Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to communicate findings, contribute to strategy development, and inform programmatic decisions.

Learning & Improvement: Drive continuous learning within the organisation by identifying lessons learned, best practices, and opportunities for improvement. Lead workshops and presentations to disseminate findings and foster a culture of data-driven decision-making.

Compliance & Quality Assurance: Ensure that all M&E activities comply with organisational standards, donor requirements, and ethical guidelines.

Qualifications

Education:

Advanced degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies,Management, Statistics, Economics, or a related field.

Skills:

• Extensive experience with M&E frameworks and methodologies Livelihoods, rural development specific will be an added advantage Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge and experience in R, Jamovi, SQL, Python, or any other relevant data analysis tools, with a focus on creating reproducible work will be an added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in Monitoring & Evaluation, with a proven track record of leading M&E activities for large-scale programs. Experience working on livelihood programs will be an added advantage
• Demonstrated experience in managing data-driven projects and leading teams.
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders, including donors, government agencies, and community organisations.

Personal Attributes:

• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new tools and processes, particularly those used at Udhyam Vyapaar.
• High level of integrity, with a focus on ethical data management and reporting practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Spoken knowledge of Kannada or Hindi will be an added advantage.

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Hiring Note: Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis. This job is first posted on Oct 25, 2024 on GroundZeroJobs.com

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