The MEL Manager will be responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing the program’s monitoring, evaluation, and learning framework. This role will ensure that datadriven insights inform decision-making, program improvement, and reporting to key
stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
MEL System Design and Implementation
• Develop and implement a robust MEL framework, tools, and methodologies to track program performance and impact
• Establish data collection, analysis, and reporting mechanisms to measure progress against program goals and objectives
Data Collection, Management, and Analysis
• Oversee data collection, entry, cleaning, and storage processes to ensure accuracy, consistency, and security
• Design and manage databases for tracking program indicators and participant
progress
Learning, Adaptation, and Knowledge Management
• Facilitate learning and reflection sessions with program teams to enhance adaptive
programming
• Develop knowledge products, including case studies, success stories, and reports, to
document lessons learned and best practices
• Promote a culture of evidence-based decision-making and continuous learning within
LGF and partner institutions
Capacity Building and Technical Support
• Train program staff, school leaders, and teachers on MEL frameworks, tools, and
reporting requirements
• Provide technical guidance on data collection, management, and analysis to ensure program teams effectively use MEL tools
• Support teachers, mentors, and education stakeholders in integrating data-driven
decision-making into their practices
Reporting and Compliance
• Develop and submit high-quality MEL reports for internal and external stakeholders, including donors, partners, and government agencies
• Ensure compliance with donor requirements and international best practices in
monitoring, evaluation, and learning
Partnership and Stakeholder Engagement
• Represent LGF in national and international MEL forums to share program insights
and best practices
• Foster strong relationships with implementing partners and stakeholders to enhance coordination and program impact
Qualifications and Experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics or any Mathematics-related field plus a Post-graduate
Diploma in Monitoring and Evaluation
• A Master’s degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Statistics or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in monitoring, evaluation, and learning preferably
within the humanitarian or development sector
• Proven expertise in designing and implementing MEL frameworks for large-scale
education programs
• Strong knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research methods, data analysis
software (e.g., SPSS, STATA, NVivo), and digital data collection tools (e.g.,
KoboToolbox, CommCare, ODK)
• Strong facilitation and capacity-building skills, with experience training teams and
partners on MEL approaches
• Ability to travel frequently to field sites and engage with diverse stakeholders
Key Competencies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-stakeholder environment
• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
• Proactive, self-driven, and able to work under minimal supervision
• Passion for education, teacher development, and gender-inclusive programming