INKOMOKO VALUES
All staff at Inkomoko are connected to a shared set of organizational values:
- Purpose: be solutions-oriented, produce high-quality work, and be a global leader.
- Achievement: push yourself to reach beyond what you previously thought possible.
- Improvement: be humble, engage in continuous growth through open & accurate feedback
- Bravery: willing to take risks, create a safe space for others, be compassionate, and inclusive.
- We Eat Goat: we celebrate success and support each other in hard times. We do this work together in the spirit of turikumwe, tuko pamoja, abren nen, Kula na sawa, On est ensemble.
Inkomoko is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Refugees, women, and persons who reflect the diverse communities we serve are strongly encouraged to apply.
ABOUT THE ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The MEL Associate will be based in Kakuma, with frequent travel to different sites in the region. He/she will report to the MEL Manager Kenya, based in Nairobi. The roles and responsibilities for this position include:
Data Collection (50%)
- Lead local data collection and data quality checks for Dadaab, Kakuma, Lodwar & Garissa, working with the program teams and the MEL teams for a coordinated approach.
- Work with the data team to provide feedback on the qualitative and quantitative data collection tools.
- Work with the manager to plan and execute data collections processes, including surveys and focus group discussions with a variety of client types
- Communicate with clients about data collection plans and processes, and organize all logistics for successful collection
- Update the project monitoring plan and monitor the indicators of different projects
- Test survey materials, and incorporate feedback in consultation with the MEL team
- Train and support field staff on the routine monitoring data collection tools, like Survey CTO and Kobo
- Recruit, train, and supervise enumerators or internal stakeholders, ensuring they are trained and following all interview protocols for data collection
- Supervise the data collection in English, on the phone, or with digital tools/systems
- Lead focus group discussions, facilitating and taking notes to capture meaningful insights
- Ensure that surveys and M&E tasks are implemented in accordance with the M&E standard operating procedures set by Inkomoko
Data Organization and Reporting (30%)
- Ensure high data quality and completeness by conducting data cleaning exercises
- Ensure proper storage of data and use of appropriate guidelines to ensure Inkomoko and client confidentiality
- Transcribe data from focus group discussions
- Analyze data in excel and other analysis tools and write summary reports
- Develop and share routine monitoring reports on monthly basis with program colleagues
- Assist in data analysis and donor/partner reporting
- Ensure data and privacy protections for all content
- Follow up and implement policies and protocols for all company and client data
Other MEL Responsibilities (20%)
- Ensure client’s perspective is incorporated in quarterly program review
- Support the communication team in gathering significant success stories
- Team meetings and general participation in a variety of company learning and collaboration activities
- Willingness and ability to travel 30% of your time to other field offices/ locations
- Perform any other activities related to MEL
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
The MEL Associate should have experience in MEL, including managing complex data collection processes. Successful candidates will need to demonstrate:
- Bachelor’s degree required
- 3 years of work experience in MEL or statistics fields
- Experience with Kobo, Survey CTO, Stata, R, PowerBi is a plus, but excellent Excel skills are required.
- Experience managing teams of enumerators
- Technical skills and experience in data collection, tool development using mobile data collection software, and data management protocols
- Experience in quantitative and qualitative data methods
- Experience in statistical analysis software and or qualitative data analysis software
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines – must be strategic and operational
WHAT YOU’LL GET
This role is inside a high-growth, mission-driven social enterprise. By joining, you’ll access:
- Competitive salary, and potential Performance-based bonus
- Incredible company culture, with opportunities for learning and growth
- Diverse colleagues across the region, and policies that demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion
- Ability to make a significant social impact to your community
- Health insurance for self and family
- Staff savings and provident fund, negotiated bank rates for long-term employees
- Generous annual leave, parental leave, and sabbatical options.





