Qualifications:

Master’s Degree in applied social science, statistics, international development, or another related field. Specific academic training in Monitoring, Evaluation and research is desirable.
Experience in leading evaluations and research projects

Experience & Competencies

The ideal applicant will need to have a familiarity with the East African context, a strategic and analytical mindset, excellent listening and interpersonal skills, and ability to get things done.

Specific competencies:

At least 7 years of experience working in the design, implementation and evaluation of international development and other key donors.
Strong understanding of humanitarian interventions
Experience in managing medium size teams
A strong focus on qualitative and participatory data collection and analysis methods and tools
Quantitative background and experience with cutting-edge data collection and analysis methods would be an asset
Demonstrated experience designing and implementing qualitative analyses that reflect best practice.
Effective oral and written communication skills, including the demonstrated ability to distill data and effectively topline messages for busy senior leaders.
Ability to create a MERL agenda that is closely linked with business development priorities.
Demonstrated experience in and commitment to working in teams across lines of business.
Experience infusing a gender responsive lens across MERL

Other requirements

The role will require regular travel (up to 30%) to field sites in the regions, as well as participate in international travel for conferences, workshops and meetings.
Ability to work a flexible schedule