Manager MEL (Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning).

The Manager, Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) will lead the coordination, planning, and execution of MEL activities across RTV's multi-country portfolio. The role directly supervises all MEL leads and serves as the primary focal point for ensuring consistent implementation of country MEL workplans, timely delivery of monitoring activities, quality reporting, outcome tracking, and learning agenda execution across Tanzania, Rwanda, and DRC.

The position is primarily focused on day-to-day MEL management, coordination, and execution. Reporting to the Head of MEL, the Manager will work closely with country program teams while coordinating with RTV's Analytics and Data Integrity teams to ensure technical rigor, high-quality data systems, and evidence-based decision-making. The successful candidate will combine strong project management skills, stakeholder coordination abilities, and a deep understanding of results measurement to drive accountability and continuous learning across multiple country programs.

• Lead the coordination and execution of MEL activities across Tanzania, Rwanda, DRC and any other new countries.
• Develop, monitor, and manage annual and quarterly MEL workplans to ensure timely implementation of all planned activities.
• Track progress against MEL deliverables and proactively address implementation bottlenecks.
• Ensure country teams adhere to RTV MEL standards, processes, tools, and reporting requirements.
• Facilitate regular MEL review meetings with country teams to monitor performance and implementation progress.

• Oversee the execution of routine monitoring, assessments, evaluations, and outcome measurement activities.
• Ensure timely collection, analysis, and utilization of program data to inform decision-making.
• Support country teams in maintaining high-quality monitoring systems and reporting structures.
• Coordinate the preparation and review of periodic MEL reports, dashboards, and performance updates.
• Monitor progress against key performance indicators and program outcomes.

• Lead the implementation and coordination of country-specific learning agendas.
• Ensure learning priorities are integrated into program implementation and review processes.
• Coordinate documentation and dissemination of lessons learned, best practices, and evidence across countries.
• Track program outcomes and support evidence generation to strengthen program effectiveness.

• Serve as the primary liaison between Country MEL teams and RTV's Analytics and Data Integrity functions.
• Coordinate technical support requests and ensure country teams receive timely analytical and methodological guidance.
• Work closely with Program Operations and Country Leadership teams to align MEL activities with program priorities.
• Facilitate effective communication between technical and operational teams.

• Monitor compliance with data quality standards and reporting protocols.
• Support implementation of Data Quality Assessments (DQAs) and continuous data improvement initiatives.
• Ensure accurate and timely performance reporting across all supported countries.
• Identify risks related to data quality, reporting timelines, and implementation performance and recommend corrective actions.

• Support onboarding and capacity development of Country MEL staff.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and cross-country learning opportunities.
• Promote consistent application of MEL tools, systems, and methodologies across all country programs.

• Bachelor's degree in Monitoring & Evaluation, Statistics, Economics, Public Health, Development Studies, and Social Sciences will be considered.
• A master's degree in a relevant discipline with significant MEL management experience or a related field is preferred.

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning within the development or NGO sector.
• At least 3 years of experience managing or coordinating MEL functions across multiple programs, regions, or countries.
• Working knowledge of statistical packages for data analysis, visualization and reporting like STATA or Python and Power BI.
• Demonstrated experience managing MEL workplans, reporting cycles, and performance tracking systems.
• Experience coordinating with technical analytics, research, or data management teams.
• Experience working in East or Central African contexts is highly desirable.
• Ability to speak French and Swahili is an added advantage
• Prior experience supporting multi-country programs is strongly preferred.

We encourage women, people with disabilities and minority groups to apply for this position. RTV is committed to equal opportunities and diversity of perspective at the workplace.

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