Manager – Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL)
- Company
The Hans Foundation (THF)
- Location
Gurugram, Haryana, India
- Employment Type
Full-Time
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Functional Category
Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning
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Experience
8 - 9 years
- Date Posted
09-Sep-2025
About The Hans Foundation (THF)
The Hans Foundation is a charitable trust fund that was created to provide a source of endowment for not-for-profit organizations in India. As one of India’s largest funds we have funded hundreds of charitable organisations across India. We value our partners’ hard work and fund their efforts which cater specifically to the needs of underprivileged people in their localities. Our Vision: To work towards creating an equitable society with the aim of enhancing quality of life for all through empowerment of marginalised and underprivileged communities in India. Our Mission: To identify and implement social development projects in the area of health education livelihoods and disability which are scalable and replicable in partnership with NGOs government and institutions aimed at holistic development of all underprivileged and socially backward communities in India.
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Overview of the Role
The Manager – Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) is responsible for providing end-to-end Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning support across all thematic areas in India. The role involves close collaboration with program teams, partners, and stakeholders to ensure evidence-based implementation, performance tracking, and continuous learning. Approximately 70% of the role will be dedicated to managing MEL systems, data operations, and program performance metrics. The remaining 30% will be devoted to leading or supporting research initiatives, knowledge products, and publications.
Job Description
1. Monitoring & Evaluation (70%)
• Design and implement project specific M&E frameworks, including theory of change, performance indicators, and data collection tools.
• Lead the development and roll-out of digital/paper-based MIS systems.
• Oversee timely, accurate, and high-quality data collection, analysis, and reporting processes to facilitate evidence-based decision-making.
• Manage data repositories and maintain institutional MEL documentation for compliance and reporting.
• Manage data collection and visualization tools (CommCare, KoBoToolBox, and Power BI) for real-time data use.
• Develop project specific DQA system and ensure smooth implementation.
• Conduct regular field visits for data quality assurance and technical monitoring.
• Train program staff, MEL/MIS and partners on M&E systems and tools.
2. Research, Learning, and Publications (30%)
• Develop and lead research studies, evaluations, and assessments aligned with organizational priorities.
• Draft research proposals and Requests for Proposals (RfPs) in coordination with program and regional MEL teams.
• Select and manage research partners, consultants, and field investigators as per the THF’s guideline/protocol.
• Supervise data collection, ensure quality control, and resolve field challenges.
• Review and finalize research reports for dissemination, and develop impact stories and knowledge products.
• Contribute to publication of research findings in journals or knowledge platforms.
• Undertake any other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor in alignment with organizational needs and priorities.
Required & Preferred Qualifications
Education
Master’s degree in social science / population studies / demography / bio-statistics / statistics / data science or related subjects from a reputed educational institution. Additional certifications in M&E systems, research methodology, data analytics, or project management will be an asset.
Experience
Above 8 years of progressive experience in Monitoring & Evaluation, data management systems, and applied research within the development or public sector. Proven experience in designing and managing M&E frameworks, data collection tools, and performance measurement systems across large-scale programs.