Job Opportunity for Program Manager – Monitoring & Evaluation At Selco Foundation In Bangalore

Website Selco Foundation

Job Description:

The Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Manager will play a crucial role in ensuring the effectiveness and impact assessment of Selco Foundation’s programs. The ideal candidate will possess strong research and analytical skills, with extensive experience in designing and implementing M&E frameworks within developmental organizations. This role requires a proactive approach to data management and the ability to foster a culture of continuous improvement across programmatic activities.

Roles And Responsibilities;

Monitoring and Evaluation:

 

  • Manage and develop the ongoing M&E systems to monitor project/program results at different levels (outputs, outcomes, and impact).
  • Revise and manage M&E tools and methodologies, ensuring data collection, analysis, and reporting align with organizational goals and donor requirements.
  • Establish M&E protocols and provide guidance to program teams on effective implementation.
  • Analyze M&E data to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities for program improvement; prepare regular reports for stakeholders.
  • Manage and update M&E dashboard and data entry platform
     
    Research and Data Analysis:
  • Lead the design and implementation of research studies, baseline, midline, and endline surveys using qualitative and quantitative methods.
  • Develop and standardize survey instruments and data collection tools in collaboration with program teams.
  • Conduct rigorous data analysis, interpret findings, and prepare actionable recommendations to enhance program outcomes.
  • Document best practices, lessons learned, and impact stories for dissemination to internal and external stakeholders.
     
    Capacity Building and Collaboration:
  • Build the capacity of program staff in M&E processes, data management, and utilization of findings for programmatic decision-making.
  • Collaborate with program managers and team leads to ensure M&E plans and activities are integrated into project implementation and evaluation.
  • Foster a culture of learning and knowledge sharing among teams, promoting evidence-based practices and continuous improvement.
  • Foster a culture of learning and knowledge sharing among teams, promoting evidence-based practices and continuous improvement.
     
    Qualifications and Experience:
  • Master’s degree in social sciences, development studies, economics, public policy, or a related field with a strong emphasis on research methodologies and statistical analysis.
  • Minimum 8-10 years of progressive experience in monitoring, evaluation, and research within the social development sector, preferably in renewable energy or related fields.
  • Proven track record in designing and managing M&E systems, conducting impact evaluations, and using data for strategic decision-making.
  • Strong proficiency in quantitative and qualitative research methods, data analysis software (e.g., SPSS, R, Stata), and MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in additional languages spoken in India (e.g., Hindi, Kannada, Odiya, Assamese, Manipuri) is desirable.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in multicultural teams, manage multiple priorities, and deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines.
  • Willingness to travel to project sites and remote areas as required.
     
    Personal Attributes:
  • Strategic thinker with a proactive and results-oriented approach to problem-solving.
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
  • Commitment to Selco Foundation’s mission and values, with a passion for sustainable development and poverty alleviation.
  • Adaptable and resilient in a dynamic work environment, with a drive for continuous learning and professional growth.
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