Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Associate -Adama and Bishoftu

Locations: Adama & Bishoftu, Oromia, Ethiopia

Deadline: May 1, 2026

Job Description

Inkomoko is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Refugees, women, and persons who reflect the diverse communities we serve are strongly encouraged to apply.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The MEL Associate will be based in Adama/Bishoftu, with frequent travel to different sites. He/she will report to the MEL Manager Ethiopia, based in Addis.

The roles and responsibilities for this position include:

Data Collection (50%)

Lead local data collection and data quality assurance for Adama and Bishoftu site, working with the program teams and the MEL teams for a coordinated approach.
Conduct routine data validation and quality checks. including back-checks, spot checks, and cleaning to ensure reliability and accuracy.
Work with the data team to provide feedback on the qualitative and quantitative data collection tools.
Work with the manager to plan and execute data collections processes, including surveys and focus group discussions with a variety of client types
Communicate with clients about data collection plans and processes, and organize all logistics for successful collection
Update the project monitoring plan and monitor the indicators of different projects
Test survey materials, and incorporate feedback in consultation with the MEL team
Translate materials into local languages in Adama and Bishoftu as needed.
Train and support field staff on the routine monitoring data collection tools, like Kobo, SurveyCTO.
Recruit, train, and supervise enumerators, ensuring they are trained and following all interview protocols for data collection
Supervise the data collection in English and Somali-in person, on the phone, or with digital
Lead focus group discussions, facilitating and taking notes to capture meaningful insights
Ensure that surveys and M&E tasks are implemented in accordance with the M&E standard operating procedures set by Inkomoko

Data Organization and Reporting (30%)

Ensure proper storage of data and use of appropriate guidelines to maintain data security and confidentiality.
Transcribe data from focus group discussions
Analyze data in excel and other analysis tools and write summary reports
Develop and share routine monitoring reports on monthly basis with program colleagues
Assist in data analysis and donor/partner reporting
Ensure data and privacy protections for all content
Implement and follow Inkomoko’s data privacy and protection policies for all company and client data
Ensure that documentation of lessons and insights is incorporated into reports to enhance program learning.
Follow up and implement policies and protocols for all company and client data

Other MEL Responsibilities (20%)

Ensure client’s perspective is incorporated in quarterly program review
Facilitate cross-departmental collaboration for learning and MEL reflection sessions, ensuring insights inform program strategies.
Support the communication team in gathering and documenting significant success stories that highlight program impact.
Document lessons learned and best practices from MEL activities to contribute to continuous program improvement.
Actively participate in team meetings and broader organizational learning activities.
Willingness to travel 30% of your time to other Ethiopia field offices
Perform any other activities related to MEL

Requirements

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

We are looking for someone who;

Manages Diverse Relationships – Relates well to a wide variety of personalities, values differences, and communicates effectively across diverse communication styles, cultures, and backgrounds.
Takes initiatives to Deliver – Thinks several months in advance, prioritizes objectives, implements reliably, and quickly identifies what will help or hinder goal accomplishment.
Fluent in Technology – Uses technology effectively to work efficiently and achieve desired outcomes.

The MEL Associate should have experience in MEL, including managing complex data collection processes. Successful candidates will need to demonstrate:

Technical skills and experience in data collection, tool development using mobile data collection software, and data management protocols

3 years of work experience in MEL or statistics fields
Relevant degree required
Experience with SurveyCTO, Kobo, Stata, R, PowerBi is a plus, but excellent Excel skills are required.
Excellent communication in local languages spoken in the town/camp in the region including but not limited to Oromifa (Mandatory), English, Amharic etc.
Experience managing teams of enumerators
Experience in quantitative and qualitative data methods
Experience in statistical analysis software and or qualitative data analysis software
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines – must be strategic and operational

Benefits

WHAT YOU’LL GET

This role is a tremendous opportunity to work in a high-growth, mission-driven organization.

Our compensation includes a great working environment and competitive compensation:

Competitive salary, and potential KPI-based bonus
Benefits including health insurance, annual leave, staff savings program, parental leave for men and women, sabbatical program, and more.
Incredible company culture, including deep investment in your learning and growth, and opportunities for career growth;
Opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals across the region;
Ability to make a significant social impact and contribute to economic growth;

HOW TO APPLY

If you’re excited about this role, please submit: >>HERE your CV, and tell us why you are the right fit for this opportunity.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 1, 2026

Inkomoko is committed to justice, diversity, equity and inclusion. As we seek to reflect the communities we serve, refugees and women are strongly encouraged to apply. As a company we have policies that ensure fair treatment in the application process.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Employment is conditional upon successful background checks and other verification as needed.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and background screening checks. Inkomoko also participates in the line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual misconduct, fraud, or abuse. By applying, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

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