Our client is looking for a Director of Monitoring and Evaluation to join their team.Responsibilities:Development and Improvement of Management Systems and Strategy (30%):Develop and implement monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning (MEAL) strategy and related policies, guidelines, processes, frameworks, and standard procedures.Measure and report on organizational strategic priorities and targeted outcomes.Lead the development and implementation of effective monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning reports and recommendations, ensuring high-quality design and execution.Oversee and improve the quality of monitoring and evaluation systems.Partner with government officials to understand their data needs and develop systems to provide requested information.Promotion of Use of Evidence Across the Organization (25%):Model excellent customer service and ensure that the data and information needs of the team are met.Work with the Data team to develop and maintain internal and public-facing dashboards used by the team and government partners.Develop a deep understanding of school health and stay up to date on new and relevant evidence, best practices, literature, and policy documents.Collaborate closely with Development, Communications, and Advocacy leads to integrate research priorities and results into advocacy and policy change initiatives.Strategic Leadership and Team Management (25%):Identify areas across functions for process improvement and drive efficiency.Work with the Chief Operating Officer to develop and execute comprehensive strategies for data management, analytics, and quality assurance.Collaborate with the management team to ensure these strategies contribute to the company's overall success and attainment of goals.Partner with the executive team to develop multi-year strategies and implementation plans to incorporate evidence into decision-making across the organization.Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on monitoring and evaluation findings and best practices.Lead, mentor, and manage direct reports, fostering a collaborative and results-driven culture.External Engagement and Thought Leadership (20%):Seek opportunities with research institutions, universities, consultants, and international coalitions to collaborate with.Seek opportunities to present research findings in relevant forums.Manage the submission of abstracts and present data to donors or in conference settings.Draft key learnings, compile best practices, track/grow audience engagement, and track these findings for the organization's archives.Key Skills:Knowledge of mixed methods research with advanced knowledge in quantitative research methods and statistical analysis.,Experience conducting research in sub-Saharan Africa.,Superior skills using MS Excel, Tableau, and other applications, with advanced proficiency in one or more statistical and data analytics software packages.,Prior success publishing journal articles and other communications documents to disseminate research findings.,Excellent follow-through, attention to detail, and deadlines, with a strong personal sense of accountability.,Discretion and the ability to handle sensitive information with care.Qualifications:Masters degree in public health, social science, statistics, development studies, or another relevant field from a recognized university.At least 15 years of progressive experience in monitoring and evaluating public health programs, health systems, and/or social research.Minimum of five years of team and project leadership experience.Preferred experience and skills include a Ph.D. in public health, a social science, statistics, development studies, or another relevant field; experience with Institutional Review Board processes; working in a high-growth or start-up environment; and working in an international organization operating in low- and middle-income countries.