Global Communities works at the intersection of humanitarian assistance, sustainable development and financial inclusion to save lives, advance equity and secure strong futures. We support communities at the forefront of their own development in more than 35 countries, partnering with local leaders, governments, civil society and the private sector to achieve a shared vision of a more just, prosperous and equitable global community. 

Global Communities is seeking a Senior Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) Manager to join the team in Kyiv, Ukraine. The Senior Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) Manager leads and implements methodologies to monitor, measure, and analyze the impact of all Ukraine project activities and leads all the M&E functions of each project. S/he will design and manage a monitoring and reporting system including finalizing program indicators and full implementation of each project’s Activity Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Plan (AMELP) to help inform USAID, USAID/Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance (BHA), and other donors as well as the Chief of Party, Program Director (PD), the technical staff of project status and progress toward achievement of key results as agreed in annual work plans. S/he will work with the COP/PD and technical teams to track and report on specific actions supporting all the project’s outputs, results, and outcomes. S/he will implement the designed methodologies for data collection and reporting of both qualitative and quantitative data. The Sr. MEAL Manager will be responsible for monitoring progress against the AMELP, depending on the donor and project, including preparing reports and deliverables that demonstrate progress towards objectives.

NOTE:

As an organization working to advance public health, Global Communities has an obligation to model best practices and to do all we can to protect each other, our partners and the communities where we work.  To ensure the continuity and effectiveness of our business operations, Global Communities is adopting a policy to safeguard the health of our visitors, employees, families, and the larger global community from COVID-19.  Effective January 3, 2022, all U.S.-based Global Communities employees are required to provide proof of having received full dosage of COVID-19 vaccine that is FDA approved, approved for emergency use authorization, or have an approved medical or religious exemption on file with Global Communities, as a condition of employment.

 MEL Technical Support to Country Portfolio  

• Provides consistent support to strategic country level awards to ensure high quality MEL activities, systems and deliverables which meet donor and Global Communities requirements.
• Lead the design and establishment of MEL systems for newly established awards including the development of MEL plans and related products, tools, forms, and mechanisms for data collection and reporting.
• Provides leadership and oversight for awards in the design and implementation stages and timely completion of award or proposal-based needs assessment, baseline activities, additional research or special studies and mid-term and/or final evaluation; including but not limited to supporting developing terms of reference, identification of external consultants, methodology, inception report and tool(s) review and final award deliverables.
• Works directly with program MEL managers and MEL program staff to systematically review existing MEL and accountability mechanism systems, identify areas for improvement and oversee the improvement.
• Lead the development and integration of learning and adaptive management principles, processes, and activities (building from USAID’s CLA Framework) to strengthen the utilization of data and knowledge into program implementation within awards and across the country office. This includes contributing to a culture of continuous learning and improvement and supporting team members in this area.

MEAL Leadership

• Conduct functional analyses of the MEL processes in Ukraine and design strategically placed support to strengthen program-based learning, data utilization and sharing that is regularly shared and accessible to country leadership as well as external stakeholders to enhance the visibility of programs, technical learning, and program improvement.
• Regularly monitors, communicates, and provides training as needed in line with changing MEL requirements and procedures in line with Global Communities and donor policies as needed.
• Collaborate closely with the Feedback Mechanism Manager to ensure accountability mechanisms are relevant and accessible to affected communities and households. Provide technical guidance and support to ensure feedback is appropriately received, documented and followed-up on in line with GC polices and standards.
• Strengthens processes to optimize pathways and results for MEL deliverables across the country award portfolio and country office.

Coordination & Capacity Building

• Coordinate closely with local partners to provide technical support and guidance to MEL systems, ensure accurate and efficient data flows from partners for reporting, share learning, and lead coordination for GC awards around major MEL activities and evaluations, including providing training(s).
• Provides both 1:1 as well as group capacity strengthening and training to MEL Managers and MEL award staff, as well as other staff as appropriate, including to support identified areas for growth which may include the identification of resources and/or professional development opportunities internally and externally.
• Lead regular M&E coordination meetings, information sharing and learning between teams and partners.
• Oversee the development of timely inputs for monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual progress reports and any other required reports.
• Oversee GC’s efforts to document evidence and learning through briefs, case studies, and success stories, including working with members of the partners team.
• Represent Global Communities in external conferences and events as needed.
• Collaborate with the Partnerships Manager on the development and implementation of a MEAL capacity assessment for GC partners.

Technical Support of New Program Development

• Support country level and HQ proposal teams in the contributing to, developing and/or reviewing of relevant core components of proposals with a focus on components related to MEL. Support includes leading need assessments to inform program design, performing desk/secondary research to support proposals.
• Lead and/or coordinate, as needed, country level MEL inputs and/or design workshops for the development of theories of changes and/or results framework, PMP, or other proposal MEL related requirements in collaboration with the proposal team, country leadership and/or the MEL HQ focal point(s).

POSITION SPECIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position is located full time in Kyiv, Ukraine. This position requires travel to and from conflict affected areas and occasional travel to program offices outside the Kyiv area.
• Supervises a team of MEL Managers and MEL officer supporting a diverse portfolio of activities.
• Promote a culture of excellence, inclusion, learning, support, diversity and innovation

• Undergraduate degree in a related discipline and a minimum of six years of related work experience or a minimum of ten years of related work experience. Master’s preferred in communications, social sciences, or a related field. Master’s degree or higher in Statistics, International Development, or a related field, preferred, but not required.
• At least six years of prior work experience conducting MEAL activities for USAID funded programs required; experience with USAID/BHA preferred.
• Strong data collection and data management skills, including survey design, development of qualitative inquiries, use of digital data collection platforms, and storage and quality control of both quantitative and qualitative datasets.
• Strong Excel skills required. Comfort using visualization and data modeling software such as Power BI or Tableau required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of USAID MEL guidance and policy in the context of the program cycle, as well as USAID policies and processes around Collaboration, Learning, and Adaptation (CLA).
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders for data collection, data verification, reporting and dissemination.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Reliability and ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong written and oral communications skills in English required, Ukrainian and/or Russian preferred.
• The salary range for this position is xxxx to xxxx.  Salary determinations are made based on several factors including experience, qualifications, location, internal equity, and budget.A passion for the mission and values of Global Communities

The salary range for this position is $95,727-143,591.  Salary determinations are made based on several factors including experience, qualifications, location, internal equity, and budget.

Global Communities holds strict safeguarding principles and has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. In the process of recruitment, selection, and appointment, Global Communities will conduct robust reference and background screening checks, including international vetting as a signature of the Global Misconduct Disclosure Scheme to ensure children and vulnerable adults are safeguarded, and abuse is prevented.  The incumbent is required to carry out their duties in accordance with Global Communities Safeguarding policy and the Standards of Conduct.

Global Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.