Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Lead

Strategy & Policy

K sh 150,000 – 260,000 gross / month

Openings: 1 Location: Nairobi – Buru Buru Phase 4 (Mumias South Rd) Overview: Our client is looking for a MEL Lead to evidence impact for a livelihoods NGO working across Nairobi's informal settlements. You’ll design theories of change, indicators, and sampling plans; build ethical data practices; and translate findings into program pivots that donors value. The role blends field empathy with rigorous statistics and clear writing. Key Responsibilities: - Develop MEL frameworks (ToC, logframes, indicator reference sheets). - Design samples and tools; train enumerators; ensure consent and safety. - Analyze data; publish easy-to-use dashboards and policy briefs. - Support adaptive management and donor reporting cycles. - Commission external evaluations and meta-reviews. Education & Experience: - Statistics/Economics/Public Policy/PPM; 5–7 years MEL in NGOs. Skills & Tools: - Survey tools, R/SPSS/Excel, data ethics, stakeholder facilitation. KPIs: - On-time reports, data quality, adoption of findings, donor CSAT. Compensation (Kenya): KES 150,000–260,000 + project bonuses. Figures are estimates shared by our clients and vary with your experience, interview performance, certifications, and company pay bands. Benefits: - Medical, field per diems, training/CPD, 23–25 leave days. Growth Path: - Senior MEL → Head of Impact & Learning → Program Strategy Director. Ideal hierarchy and expected promotion cycle.