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Monitoring and Data Management

• Design, maintain, and update the program’s results framework, indicators, and performance tracking tools in alignment with consortium-level MEL standards.

• Lead the operationalization of the MEAL plan, including developing data collection tools, reporting templates, and indicator reference sheets.

• Collect, verify, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data from training centers, internship placements, and partner organizations.

• Manage the central MEAL database and dashboard for real-time progress visualization.

• Coordinate baseline, midline, and endline surveys in collaboration with the Program Lead and consortium MEL unit.

• Ensure downstream partners adhere to data collection standards and timely reporting.

Evaluation and Learning

• Support the design and implementation of evaluation studies, impact assessments, and learning reviews.

• Facilitate regular learning sessions with staff, trainers, and partners to analyze program data and inform adaptive decision-making.

• Document success stories, case studies, and best practices that demonstrate program impact.

• Synthesize evidence to feed into quarterly and annual donor reports.

• Collaborate with the Curriculum & Training Manager to ensure continuous improvement in training models based on data insights.

Accountability & Safeguarding

• Establish feedback and complaint mechanisms for program participants, ensuring confidentiality and timely resolution of issues.

• Work closely with the Safeguarding focal person to track, report, and follow up on safeguarding incidents.

• Integrate gender and inclusion metrics into monitoring systems and ensure data disaggregation (by gender, age, region, and vulnerability).

Reporting and Documentation

• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual MEAL reports summarizing progress, achievements, and areas for improvement.

• Ensure compliance with donor and consortium reporting requirements (Mastercard Foundation, ITC, Bayimba).

• Support downstream partners in preparing and validating their own reports.

• Maintain accurate documentation of all data sources, analytical tools, and verification materials for audit readiness.

Capacity Strengthening

• Train internal staff and downstream partners on MEAL principles, data quality assurance, and digital data tools.

• Support the rollout of digital M&E tools (e.g., KoboToolbox, CommCare, or PowerBI dashboards).

• Conduct field mentoring visits to build partner capacity in evidence-based reporting and accountability systems.