Monitoring, Evaluation, Collaboration, and Learning Advisor, USAID DRC LCSM

The USAID DRC Localization Capacity Strengthening Support Mechanism (LCSM)aims to enhance the capacity of local actors in the DRC to lead and sustain development interventions. This mechanism will help empower local organizations, civil society, and government entities by improving their access to technical, financial, and organizational development support, enhancing their ability to lead transformative development initiatives across sectors such as health, education, agriculture, and governance. 

The Monitoring, Evaluation, Collaboration, and Learning Advisor (MECLA) will be responsible for developing and implementing systems to track the effectiveness of capacity-strengthening efforts and contribute to the strategic decision-making process. This role will ensure that all interventions are grounded in evidence, lessons learned, and adaptive management. 
 

This position is contingent upon winning a contract award. 
 

Responsibilities: 

Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E): 

• Ensure compliance with USAID’s Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning policies and guidelines, including the use of USAID’s Performance Indicator Reference Sheets. 
• Conduct regular data analysis and produce M&E reports to inform program adjustments and USAID reporting requirements. 
• Establish and maintain indicators, baselines, and data collection methods for various sectors and interventions. 
• Develop and refine M&E tools and methodologies to track progress and results in building the capacity of local organizations. 
• Lead the design, implementation, and management of a comprehensive M&E system for the localization mechanism. 

• Foster collaboration and effective communication among implementing partners, local stakeholders, and USAID. 
• Develop strategies to promote collaborative learning and knowledge sharing among local organizations, civil society groups, and other key stakeholders. 
• Lead the development and facilitation of workshops, events, and platforms that enhance collaboration and joint problem-solving. 
• Build relationships with local counterparts and partners to strengthen ownership and sustainability of the localization mechanism’s outcomes.

Learning and Adaptive Management: 

• Lead the design and implementation of the project's learning agenda, including identifying learning priorities and facilitating reflection sessions. 
• Generate actionable insights and lessons from program activities to inform continuous improvement. 
• Integrate lessons learned from M&E findings into adaptive management approaches for project interventions. 
• Ensure that learnings are captured, disseminated, and applied across project activities and shared with USAID and other stakeholders. 

Capacity Strengthening: 

• Provide M&E and learning capacity-building support to local partners and stakeholders, including training on data collection, analysis, validation, reporting, and dissemination. 
• Support the development of local partners’ internal systems for M&E and learning. 
• Mentor local counterparts in building their capacity for continuous learning and adapting development initiatives. 

Qualifications: 

• Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field such as international development, social sciences, public policy, or evaluation. 
• At least 8 years of experience in M&E, learning, and adaptive management in international development projects, preferably in the DRC or other fragile and conflict-affected areas. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and French. Knowledge of local languages is a plus. 
• Experience working with USAID-funded projects, particularly in capacity-strengthening and localization initiatives. 
• Strong knowledge of USAID’s MEL systems, tools, and guidelines. 
• Proven experience in designing and managing M&E systems, including qualitative and quantitative methods. 
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  
• Excellent facilitation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a range of stakeholders. 
• Demonstrated ability to lead collaborative learning initiatives and integrate them into project strategies. 

Making Cents International is a certified B Corporation, founded on the principles of social entrepreneurship. Since 1999, we have supported the well-being of youth and adults globally through high-impact programs that bolster those who serve people living in vulnerable contexts in low- and middle-income countries. As a purpose-driven small business, we have implemented more than 130 projects in over 60 countries and are a trusted partner to public- and private-sector clients who benefit from our expertise and broad industry exposure.

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