Director of MEAL driving monitoring and evaluation for educational technology in Africa. Leading data-driven strategies to improve children's literacy and numeracy outcomes across the continent.
Responsibilities
Lead our monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEAL) strategy and build high-performing MEAL teams in our countries.
Drive data-driven decision-making across program implementation.
Oversee MEAL managers, ensuring rigorous monitoring, analysis, and organizational accountability.
Provide thought leadership on measurement and evidence generation for improving learning experiences and outcomes.
Requirements
Honours Degree or Post Graduate Diploma in Data Science, or Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL), or related fields. Master's Degree qualification preferred.
A minimum of 10 years’ experience in data-related roles, of which 5 years must have been at a senior level with demonstrated experience in leading and implementing enterprise data management interventions.
Experience working in data management and comfort working with impact metrics.
Experience with building a data-driven culture in an organization to support better decision-making.
Experience working with remote or hybrid teams across multiple countries.
Experience working in the non-profit or social sector is an advantage.
Exceptional people skills and proven experience that include:
Demonstrate proficiency in data analysis, data cleaning, and data quality frameworks.
Excellent communication and storytelling skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships across the organisation.
Ability to lead, coach, and inspire a team of professionals.
Ability to work and collaborate effectively in multicultural environments and teams.
Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
Strong organizational skills and superior attention to detail.
Ability to display a high level of adaptability/flexibility.
Benefits
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
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