Manager/Sr Manager Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (Education), New Delhi

Manager/ Sr Manager – Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (Education), New Delhi

Experience: 5- 8 years

Salary: 10-12.5 LPA

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About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Manager to lead research, evaluation, data systems, and learning across education and youth-focused programmes. The role will work closely with programme, operations, product, communications, leadership, and partner teams to strengthen evidence-based programme design and decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

1. Research & Evaluation

• Design and implement quantitative, qualitative, mixed-method, and process evaluations.
• Develop research methodologies, surveys, assessments, and data collection tools.
• Conduct primary and secondary research to assess programme outcomes and impact.
• Apply appropriate statistical and econometric methods to validate findings.

2. Theory of Change & MEL Systems

• Translate Theory of Change frameworks into practical indicators and measurement systems.
• Develop simple, field-friendly monitoring tools for programme teams and partners.
• Strengthen data collection, validation, quality assurance, and outcome tracking processes.
• Support programme teams in using MEL insights to improve implementation.

3. Data Analysis & Reporting

• Analyse quantitative and qualitative data and identify trends, outcomes, and programme insights.
• Prepare dashboards, analytical reports, learning briefs, and presentations.
• Co-author research reports, impact studies, white papers, and policy briefs.
• Translate complex findings into clear, actionable recommendations for internal and external stakeholders.

4. Stakeholder Engagement & Field Learning

• Work closely with programme teams, partners, funders, and government stakeholders.
• Conduct orientations and trainings on MEL tools, surveys, and data collection processes.
• Undertake 30–40% field travel to understand implementation, validate findings, and document programme learning.
• Capture field insights and use them to continuously strengthen research and monitoring approaches.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Economics / Public Policy / Education / Development Studies / Statistics or a related field.
• 5–8 years of relevant experience in MEL, research, evaluation, or public policy within education, social impact, foundations, think tanks, or implementation organisations.
• Strong experience in:

1. Research design & programme evaluation
2. Quantitative & qualitative research
3. Theory of Change & outcome measurement
4. Statistical/data analysis
5. Research reports, impact studies, and policy briefs
6. Stakeholder engagement and field research

Strong working knowledge of Stata or R.

Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; Python, NVivo/Dedoose, Power BI/Tableau are an advantage.

Experience in education, youth development, or large-scale social programmes is highly preferred.

Strong analytical, writing, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Willingness to travel regularly for field engagements.

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