OBJECTIVES AND DUTIES:

• Support and track data from buy-in activity implementation to ensure it adheres to the approved work plan and deliverable schedule, and troubleshoot deviations with the supervision of a MEL Manager
• Support development and review of buy-in scopes of work, technical deliverables and contribute to subsequent learning.
• Take an active role in data collection, analysis, documentation, on reporting on all buy-in activities.
• Provide background information for indicators to the grants and procurement teams in preparation of negotiation memos for submission to USAID, supporting the development of first drafts.
• Provide assistance to grantees and subcontractors in areas of submitting proposals, achieving and maintaining compliance with USAID regulations, reporting, and other areas in which partners may require support.
• Liaise with activity teams to ensure proper MEL data capture and data quality to contribute to overall ATI project MEL reporting; and in tandem with relevant technical staff, generate buy-in scopes of work and indicator targets as needed.
• Travel to regional offices as required.
• Support internal and external studies.
• Document lessons learned and best practices in MEL according to USAID guidelines.
• Carry out any other tasks as requested by the MEL Manager.

REPORTING:

The MEL Associate will report to MEL Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree and 7+ years of work experience.
• Familiarity with USAID rules and regulations regarding Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning.
• Ability to identify time sensitive demands & inquiries and respond effectively.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning.
• Demonstrated report writing skills in English is required.
• An articulate individual who possesses excellent communications and personnel management skills and who can relate to people at all levels of an organization.
• An extremely well organized and self-directed individual with sound technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment, and strong operational focus.