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Reporting directly to the Program Director, the Learning, Evidence and Impact Lead will spearhead strategic direction and provide expert guidance in learning initiatives, evidence generation, and impact assessment. This position is responsible for ensuring that data and insights are systematically collected, disseminated, and leveraged to guide implementation, facilitate adaptive management, and enhance effectiveness across varied contexts and stakeholder groups.
This position actively promotes inclusive learning and guarantees that the program aligns with the requirements of donors, partners, governments, and communities.
ABOUT YOU
You thrive in a culture of continuous learning, recognizing monitoring, evaluation, and learning not just as tools for accountability but as essential drivers for reflection, improvement, and innovation. With expertise in distilling intricate data into concise, persuasive insights and narratives, you effectively engage and inform a broad range of stakeholders—from donors and senior leadership to implementing partners and community representatives.
You embrace inclusion and collaboration, proactively seeking out diverse viewpoints and ensuring that learning initiatives incorporate the perspectives and lived experiences of those most impacted by the program. While adept at engaging with senior stakeholders, you remain grounded and respectful when interacting with local teams and partners.
You empower rather than restrict, cultivating trust, guiding growth, and nurturing an environment where teams feel empowered to reflect, adapt, and grow. You seamlessly integrate strategic direction with hands-on assistance, thriving on the opportunity to advance initiatives and create meaningful, enduring change.
Overseeing the primary functions of the role, the position entails leading critical initiatives, managing key projects, and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. Key responsibilities include directing team efforts, optimizing operational workflows, and fostering collaboration across departments to enhance productivity. The role demands strong leadership to drive performance, implement strategic solutions, and maintain high standards of accountability. Additionally, the position requires meticulous planning, effective communication, and the ability to mentor and develop talent while addressing challenges proactively.
We are seeking a dynamic Strategic Learning & Impact Leader to drive transformative initiatives and foster continuous growth within our organization. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead the development and implementation of strategic learning programs, ensuring alignment with overarching business objectives. Your responsibilities will include designing impactful training frameworks, measuring the effectiveness of learning interventions, and cultivating a culture of innovation and excellence. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with senior leadership to integrate learning strategies with organizational goals, while also identifying opportunities to enhance employee performance and engagement. The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record in learning and development, exceptional analytical skills, and a passion for creating measurable impact.
Develop and execute a comprehensive Learning, Impact, and Adaptation Framework for the program, ensuring full alignment with both its strategic objectives and the stipulated requirements of donors.
Systematically integrate learning throughout the entire program lifecycle, spanning from initial design and implementation to eventual scale-up.
Conduct periodic assessments and continuous refinement of the program’s Theory of Change to ensure its relevance and effectiveness.
Develop and monitor impact pathways at the outcome level across various countries.
Develop and implement strategies to integrate insights from learning initiatives into scaling efforts and policy advocacy.
We ensure adherence to MEL (Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning) frameworks through rigorous oversight and quality assurance protocols. This role demands meticulous attention to data integrity, compliance with established standards, and the implementation of systematic checks to validate program effectiveness. Key responsibilities include conducting independent reviews, identifying discrepancies, and recommending corrective actions to enhance performance and accountability. Candidates must possess expertise in MEL systems, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to collaborate across teams to foster continuous improvement in data-driven decision-making.
Establish and uphold standardized datasets essential for informed decision-making at various program levels.
Develop strategic action plans based on evaluation findings.
Deliver technical leadership for country-level Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) systems to uphold uniformity, excellence, and coherence across all participating nations.
Deliver technical leadership in executing baseline, mid-term, and end-term evaluations while collaborating with government partners, independent assessors, External Reference Groups, and country teams.
Lead the development and execution of participatory institutional, service mapping, and facility readiness assessments to pinpoint gaps, thereby informing targeted capacity-building initiatives and service enhancements.
Establish guidelines to ensure data quality, ethical practices, inclusion, and safeguarding throughout data collection and utilization.
Facilitate the development and execution of impact assessments, evaluations, and learning studies to drive informed decision-making and continuous improvement.
Data utilization, interpretation, and dissemination of insights play a critical role in transforming raw information into actionable intelligence. This involves synthesizing complex datasets, identifying meaningful patterns, and effectively communicating findings to diverse stakeholders to inform decision-making processes. A strong aptitude for analytical reasoning, clarity in presentation, and the ability to bridge technical and non-technical audiences are essential for success in this domain. Proficiency in data visualization tools, statistical analysis, and narrative development is often required, along with a commitment to ensuring accuracy, relevance, and accessibility in knowledge sharing.
Establish quarterly forums for data-driven decision-making, incorporating structured learning and reflection methodologies such as learning reviews, after-action reviews, and pause-and-reflect sessions.
Translate intricate data into comprehensible, practical insights tailored for varied stakeholders, such as program teams, collaborators, and contributors.
Deliver insights in a clear and impactful manner by developing and distributing tailored knowledge products—including dashboards, publications, briefs, presentations, and learning notes—to meet diverse stakeholder needs.
Strategically leverages evidence to shape decision-making processes, drive necessary course corrections, and foster innovation on a global scale.
Monitor and evaluate the engagement metrics of educational resources, and analyze the data to inform strategic decisions regarding their development and deployment.
Stakeholder Engagement & Influence
Engage donors, government counterparts, and partners to align learning priorities, manage expectations and strengthen the use of evidence for decision-making.
Facilitate cross-country and cross-partner learning communities to promote knowledge exchange and shared problem-solving.
Foster collaborative learning initiatives in partnership with implementing stakeholders and communities, guaranteeing that educational processes are both inclusive and tailored to local contexts.
We are seeking to enhance our organizational capabilities through targeted capacity strengthening initiatives. This involves developing and implementing strategies to bolster skills, systems, and processes across our teams. The ideal candidate will have experience in designing and delivering training programs, assessing organizational needs, and fostering sustainable growth. Responsibilities include conducting needs assessments, collaborating with stakeholders to identify gaps, and measuring the impact of capacity-building efforts. Proficiency in training methodologies, facilitation, and change management is essential.
Develop and execute a systematic Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) framework alongside an organizational learning capacity enhancement strategy.
Monitor and evaluate advancements in the utilization and analytical sophistication of data at both partner and country levels.
Enhance the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) framework and foster learning capabilities among partners and country teams by providing targeted coaching, practical tools, and continuous technical support.
Cultivate an environment where continuous learning, introspection, and accountability are prioritized throughout the program.
Strong qualifications for this role include a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, such as Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline, along with a minimum of three years of hands-on experience in a similar position. Additional preferred qualifications include proficiency in specific programming languages or software tools, strong problem-solving abilities, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Candidates should also demonstrate a proven ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities effectively, and collaborate successfully within a team environment.
Seeking a candidate with a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, along with three to five years of professional experience in a comparable role. Ideal applicants will possess a strong academic background and practical expertise, enabling them to contribute effectively from day one. While direct experience in the specific industry is preferred, transferable skills and a proven track record in related positions will also be considered. The role demands a blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience to ensure seamless integration into the team and immediate impact on projects.
A master’s degree in fields such as Epidemiology, Public Health, Development Studies, Data Science, or a closely related discipline is required.
A minimum of eight to ten years of professional experience in learning, impact measurement, monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL), or adaptive management within complex program environments is required.
Experienced in conducting and overseeing Baseline, Midline, and Edline evaluations, as well as Mixed-methods research.
Proficiency in conducting impact evaluations or implementation research, as well as managing Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) activities, is required. Experience should span multi-country or multipartner programs, demonstrating the ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams and contexts.
Demonstrated experience in shaping policy agendas, aligning donor priorities, or contributing to strategic program development, alongside a track record of producing authoritative knowledge outputs such as policy briefs and high-impact publications.
Demonstrates a deep proficiency in intricate systems, adaptive coding methodologies, and leveraging data to guide strategic decisions.
Proven success collaborating with a wide array of stakeholders, such as donors, governmental bodies, nongovernmental organizations, and local communities.
Skills and Competencies:
Proven expertise in relevant technical, analytical, or functional areas, coupled with strong interpersonal abilities to collaborate effectively within a team. Demonstrates adaptability to evolving business needs and technological advancements, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. Exhibits exceptional problem-solving acumen, critical thinking, and decision-making skills to navigate complex challenges. Maintains a commitment to continuous learning and professional development to stay ahead of industry trends. Possesses excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to articulate ideas clearly and persuasively. Strong organizational capabilities, attention to detail, and a results-driven mindset are essential for driving efficiency and achieving measurable outcomes.
Proven ability to forge meaningful connections between data insights, decision-making processes, and organizational transformation. Demonstrates proficiency in developing and validating a robust Theory of Change to drive impactful program outcomes.
Individuals should possess extensive experience in conducting implementation research and employing adaptive programming within intricate systems.
Individuals must possess a solid grasp of gender-transformative programming principles, adolescent health dynamics, and strategies for preventing harmful practices. A strong foundation in these areas is essential to effectively design, implement, and evaluate interventions aimed at promoting gender equity and safeguarding adolescent well-being.
Proficient in evaluating the political economy and cultural factors that shape program results.
Capable of developing and implementing adaptive management frameworks and decision triggers
Demonstrated capacity to convert research findings and empirical data into strategic policy recommendations and secure funding support.
Proficiency in integrating quantitative and qualitative analytics, combined with expertise in developing real-time dashboards, to inform and enhance program decision-making processes.
Integrated accountability and learning practices by ensuring data quality assurance, adhering to ethical data governance principles, and maintaining rigorous evidence standards.
Cultivating culturally responsive, inclusive, and participatory approaches to data collection and learning, we prioritize community engagement to ensure evidence is shaped by authentic voices and perspectives.
Proficient in communication, data storytelling, and persuasion, adept at distilling complex data and evaluation insights into clear, compelling narratives tailored for diverse stakeholders.
We seek expertise in data analytics and digital capabilities, encompassing the design of data systems, analytical interpretation, visualization, and the utilization of digital tools for real-time learning and impact tracking.
Ensuring ethical and secure data collection, analysis, and dissemination requires accountability for integrating safeguarding principles into all monitoring, evaluation, learning, and evidence-generation processes.
Qualifications
MBA/MSc/MA
Experience Required
8 - 10 years
