Pratham
## Senior MEL Associate, ENABLE Program
**About Pratham**
Pratham, founded in 1995, is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to providing quality education to children and youth across India. With over 27 years of experience, Pratham has expanded its reach to over 20 states and union territories, impacting millions of lives through its various programs. Recognized for its impactful work, Pratham has received prestigious awards like the Yidan Prize, Lui Che Woo Prize, and Skoll Award for Social Entrepreneurship. For more information, visit www.pratham.org.
**About the ENABLE Program**
The ENABLE (Equity in Accessing Numeracy And Basic Literacy Education) program is a comprehensive intervention aimed at improving the quality of education for children with disabilities aged 3-9 years. Aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, ENABLE addresses the critical need for universal foundational literacy and numeracy (FLN), recognizing the unique challenges faced by children with disabilities in accessing these skills.
**Position Summary**
The Measurement, Monitoring and Evaluation Team (MME) at Pratham plays a vital role in ensuring data-driven decision-making across the organization and its partners. The team is responsible for designing and implementing robust data collection systems, analyzing data to generate actionable insights, and informing program strategy and implementation. We are a dynamic and diverse team of individuals passionate about using data to create positive change in the education sector.
**Key Responsibilities**
This role offers a unique opportunity to own and drive impactful initiatives within the ENABLE program. We are seeking a self-motivated individual who is passionate about data and its role in driving positive change. You will be responsible for:
* Understanding field realities and data requirements for the ENABLE program
* Conceptualizing and driving a comprehensive measurement and monitoring framework
* Designing and rolling out efficient data collection systems
* Analyzing and visualizing data to inform decision-making at all levels
* Contributing to the development of program strategy and driving efficient implementation
**Required Skills and Knowledge**
* Proficient in MS Excel and PowerPoint (mandatory)
* Basic knowledge of Tableau, SQL, and R (preferred)
* Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate insights from data
**Required Qualifications**
* Postgraduate degree or higher in any field (Engineers, Economics, Math, Stats is preferred)
* Minimum 4 years of work experience (some years of experience in the development sector is preferred)
**Working Location**
New Delhi, India
**Deadline:**
August 31, 2024
**Positions available:**
1
**Application Process**
Please submit your cover letter, resume, and a short note (300 words) on “In your experience, please share an example of how data has driven decision making.” to mme@pratham.org with the subject ‘Senior MEL Associate, ENABLE_Full Name’. The team head will revert to shortlisted candidates with next steps. Additionally, please complete the Google form for a complete application process.
**Note:**
Pratham is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce and consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability. We encourage individuals from underrepresented groups, especially persons with disabilities to apply.
To apply for this job please visit www.pratham.org.
