Job Description

The Senior Manager – Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing a comprehensive M&E system to track the performance and impact of programs and projects. This role ensures that learning and evidence drive continuous program improvement and organizational growth. The Senior Manager will lead a team, develop frameworks, oversee data collection and analysis, and support donor reporting requirements. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership: Lead the design and implementation of M&E strategies, frameworks, and systems aligned with organizational goals. Develop logical frameworks, KPIs, and theories of change for programs and projects. Integrate adaptive learning approaches and ensure utilization of M&E findings to improve program quality and impact. Monitoring & Evaluation Systems Design and manage data collection tools and processes, including digital platforms where needed Ensure regular monitoring, analysis, and evaluation of program activities against targets Develop and oversee program dashboards, scorecards, and real-time reporting mechanisms Capacity Building Build and strengthen M&E capacity across project teams through training, coaching, and support Create user-friendly guides, templates, and resources for program staff. Data Management And Analysis Ensure data quality through effective verification, validation, and cleaning protocols Lead qualitative and quantitative data analysis to generate actionable insights Prepare high-quality reports, case studies, and evaluation summaries for internal and external audiences. Reporting And Compliance Lead the preparation of M&E sections for donor proposals, reports, and evaluations. Ensure compliance with donor requirements and international M&E standards. Research And Learning Design and manage evaluations, baseline studies, impact assessments, and special studies Foster a culture of learning and evidence-based decision-making within the organization. Required Qualifications And Experience Master's degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Public Policy, Statistics, or a related field Minimum 8–10 years of relevant experience in Monitoring & Evaluation roles, preferably in the NGO, development, or social impact sector. Proven experience designing and implementing M&E systems for multi-donor, multi-sectoral projects Strong analytical skills and expertise in statistical software (e.g., SPSS, STATA, R) and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau). Experience with digital data collection platforms (e.g., KoboToolbox, CommCare, ODK). Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated leadership abilities with experience managing teams and building capacity. Desired Competencies Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities Strong attention to detail and data-driven mindset Ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines Collaborative, with excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills Familiarity with participatory M&E approaches and human-centered design is an advantage. Show more Show less