VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Date: April 02, 2026
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Position title:Officer -Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (Grade-6)
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Location:: New Delhi
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ChildFund office:Country Office, India
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Manager/Supervisor title: Senior Manager -Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning
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Position type: Full-time fixed term
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Work environment: On-site
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Position Role
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The Officer-MEL will be responsible for working with the field program team for monitoring and evaluation, research, documentation, facilitating learning platform, generating MIS of field information. They will be responsible for institutionalizing knowledge and organizational learning based on the critical information collected from the program’s operations. They will also be responsible for enhancing impact through regular monitoring of programs ensuring quality control and evaluation, thus improving internal processes that results delivery in the field.
The Officer-MEL will also guide the program implementation team/s in the field on M&E, research, training and learning and will actively collaborate with the team based in field offices, project offices and country office to amplify program quality, impact and communication.
Remain alert and responsive to any child safeguarding risks, acquire relevant knowledge and skills which will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices, understand the safeguarding policy and procedures and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with ChildFund’s Safeguarding Policy.
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Primary Responsibilities
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- Collaborate with program implementation teams to develop Annual Operating Plan and Budget and monitor the execution and outcomes.
- Build capacity of program/field staff and local partner to develop instruments and design periodic (baseline, midline and end line) surveys and provide on-going support to field teams/programs as needed.
- Plan and oversee internal/ external evaluations, reviews and impact assessments of the program.
- Manage database and undertake analysis for various assessments and evaluations.
- Ensure accountability through effective monitoring by -
- Developing and managing M & E database and management dashboards.
- Compiling quarterly, annual and other periodic reports based on the information collected from the field.
- Managing, tracking and reporting of Detailed Implementation Plan of all program operations.
- Sharing updates at different levels and developing feedback loops, and
- Conducting data audits for confirming quality of reported information.
- Manage M&E Platform (CAMEL) of the organization for assigned states.
- Develop, adapt and pilot innovative tools (including use of Information technology) in M&E for measurement and reporting of progress for the projects/programs.
- Design solutions to improve information access, data sharing and facilitate knowledge generation and cross-learning.
- Provide expertise and support in designing and conducting macro and micro research studies.
- Support the Business Development and Communication team by providing program insights through Data and Learning Documents collected from the field as required.
- Conduct periodic assessment and analyze reports provided by the partners and staff and prepare state level, regional level and country level program reports - Track the plan verses progress and provide feedback.
- Review existing approaches and management information systems of the collaborating partner and agree on any required changes, support and resources.
- Conduct periodic field visits for supportive supervision of the collaborating partners.
- Technical assistance for developing project proposal through providing necessary data support.
- Conduct data quality audits and validate project data with available Primary & secondary source of evidence.
- Any other responsibilities may be assigned by the Line Manager
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Required Experience and Education
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- Education: Graduation in Social Sciences, Demography, Economics, Statistics or other relevant areas. Post-graduation is an added advantage.
- Experience: 4-6 years of experience in a similar position. Proven experience in designing and implementing MEL frameworks and systems.
- Skills & Abilities: Excellent report writing and presentation skills. Skilled in project management principles and practices. Strong coordination, communication, and analytical skills
- Knowledge: Deep understanding of M&E methodologies, including both qualitative and quantitative approaches. Proficiency in data management, Data Visualization and analysis software (e.g., SPSS, Excel, Power BI or other statistical tools). Familiarity with data quality standards and data management ethics.
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Required Competencies
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ChildFund’s Core Competencies
- Teamwork: the ability to work effectively and collaborate with others; values and respects individual differences.
- Communication: demonstrates empathy and tact when communicating with others and uses a storytelling approach when appropriate.
- Results orientation: gets things done; takes proactive steps to achieve organizational goals and quality standards.
- Decision making: uses good judgement, critical thinking, and non-traditional ways to evaluate problems and opportunities; reflects and innovates to improve decisions and outcomes.
- Resilience: thrives and grows in rapidly changing, demanding, and complex environments.
- Digital literacy: adopts and champions new technology to relevant contexts, stays aware of technological trends and embraces technological solutions to business challenges.
Other Required Competencies
- The ability to speak, read, and write fluently in English.
- Strong verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop and deliver compelling presentations.
- Proficiency with MS Excel / Analytical tools / Visualization tools.
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Disclaimer: This JD is not an exhaustive list of the skills, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the assignment.
How to Apply:
i) Please send your updated CV to recruitment@childfundindia.org (renaming your CV with your name is appreciated). Attaching a cover letter to demonstrate your suitability for the position is highly recommended.
ii) Please include answer to the following question in your email for application –
Do any of your relatives or members of your family/household work for ChildFund or if any child related to you is being currently sponsored/enrolled by ChildFund?? If yes, please provide the following details:
Name, Relationship, Current Position, and Location
iii) Please mention in the subject line of your email “Application for Officer, MEL – Delhi”
Kindly pay attention to all of the above three points under “How to Apply” section as missing information may result in disqualification of the application.
Application Deadline: April 12, 2026.
Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.