Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Advisor

Position Summary: The Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Advisor will provide technical leadership in monitoring, evaluation, data quality assurance, analytics, and evidence use to strengthen health system performance and inform strategic decision-making at national, regional, district, and facility levels. The Advisor will work closely with the Ministry of Health, implementing partners, and key stakeholders to enhance data quality, promote a culture of data use, and support the effective utilization of health information systems and digital health platforms. The role will ensure that monitoring and reporting processes meet organizational, Ministry of Health, and United States Government (USG) standards and requirements. Key Responsibilities: Lead the monitoring, evaluation, learning, and reporting functions of the project, ensuring timely tracking and reporting of project indicators, milestones, deliverables, and results in accordance with organizational and USG requirements. Design, develop, and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks, performance measurement plans, indicator reference sheets, and data collection tools to support program monitoring and performance management. Develop and institutionalize data quality assurance and data use guidelines, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and best practices for national and sub-national program reviews. Develop and maintain interactive dashboards, templates, and visualization products using health information systems and digital health platforms to support routine performance monitoring and decision-making. Lead capacity-building initiatives through the design and delivery of training, mentorship, and coaching on monitoring and evaluation, data quality, data analytics, data visualization, and evidence-based decision-making. Support the design, testing, implementation, and optimization of dashboards and digital analytics tools, including end-user usability assessments and incorporation of stakeholder feedback. Produce high-quality technical reports, presentations, success stories, learning briefs, and other knowledge products that communicate program achievements, lessons learned, and evidence for action. Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for digital health and health information system interventions, ensuring alignment with national strategies and donor priorities. Collaborate with government counterparts, project staff, and partners to strengthen institutional capacity for monitoring, evaluation, learning, and adaptive management. Promote a culture of data use and continuous quality improvement through the systematic generation, interpretation, and application of evidence to guide program planning and policy development.