Monitoring, Learning, and Evaluation Program Lead

Tanoto Foundation is committed to improving education outcomes and creating lasting impact through evidence-based programmes and partnerships. We are looking for a Monitoring, Learning & Evaluation Lead to lead impact measurement, strengthen learning and accountability systems, and transform data into insights that support better decisions and greater outcomes for our Basic Education programmes.

PROGRAM OPERATION & SUSTAINABLE MANAGEMENT

• Design monitoring, learning, and evaluation (MLE) frameworks, fit-for-purpose methodologies, and tools to ensure strong accountability and continuous learning. This position will support impact measurement for Leadership Development and Advocacy programmes.
• Lead external evaluators and programme teams in implementing MLE activities, including instrument development, data collection, data cleaning, data analysis, generation of recommendations, reflection sessions, and reporting of results.
• Champion the use of data and evidence for adaptive management, strategic decision-making, and impact communication.
• Train and mentor provincial staff, programme teams, and enumerators on data collection, output and outcome reporting, and evidence-based programme design.
• Develop and manage digital data systems, including databases, dashboards, and data visualisation tools for programme monitoring and analysis.
• Regularly review and update MLE frameworks, methodologies, and tools to ensure alignment with evolving programme design and implementation.
• Produce lessons learned and knowledge products based on MLE insights to support public learning and inform policy discussions.
• Provide occasional support to programme teams in disseminating and advocating for the adoption of assessment and impact measurement tools among external stakeholders.

PROGRAM STRATEGY & DEVELOPMENT

• Support the Head of MLE in programme reporting, MLE strategy development, and strengthening organizational data culture.
• Track emerging trends in impact measurement and integrate relevant innovations into MLE practices.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education / Experience

• Have a minimum Master's degree in Statistics, Data Science, Evaluation, Econometrics, Social Study, Development Study or related field.
• Have a minimum of 5 years of working experience in monitoring and evaluation, impact measurement, data science, research, market research, or behavioral changes, either in the private sector or non-profit.

Specific knowledge and aptitude

• Understanding of impact measurement methodologies and assessment tools, both quantitative and qualitative, for development programs, especially in education, leadership development, and system-change initiatives. Experience in RCT, Quasi Experimental, Outcome Harvesting, Contribution Analysis is an advantage
• Analytical (data interpretation) and insight synthesis skills
• Data visualization through digital-based tools and platform (Power BI, Kobo Toolbox)
• Effective impact communication, reporting, and writing skills
• Mastery of English, both written and verbal, preferred

Technical Business/Philanthropy understanding

• Willing to travel to the foundation's operation areas