Senior Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Officer – PEARL Program – Job at Mercy Corps

Job Title: Senior Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Officer – PEARL Program
Organization: Mercy Corps
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: UGX 3,373,553/month (minimum)
Deadline: 2nd May 2025

About Mercy Corps

Mercy Corps is an international development organization that works in over 40 countries to promote community-led and market-driven development. With a strategic focus on countries in transition, Mercy Corps takes a progressive approach to supporting communities, entrepreneurs, governments and the private sector from relief to long-term economic growth. With a network of over 3,700 experienced professionals around the world, we are uniquely positioned to respond to complex environments and the needs of local communities.

In Uganda, Mercy Corps has been in operating since 2006 in Karamoja specifically in Kotido,Kaabong and Moroto; in Northern Region in Gulu; West Nile in Yumbe and Central region specifically Kampala district. Mercy Corps offers technical expertise in Market Development, Gender, Peace and Conflict Management, Economic Empowerment, Food Security Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning, Agriculture and Agribusiness.

Mercy Corps has implemented and still implements multiple donor-funded projects her major donors including but not limited to DANIDA (Danish Government Overseas Aid), Austrian Development Agency, Agence Française de Développement (AFD) and Private foundations among others.

About the Role:

Do you thrive on turning data into actionable insights? Mercy Corps Uganda is seeking a Senior MEL Officer to lead the charge in measuring impact, driving learning, and ensuring accountability for our PEARL Program.

This role is perfect for a detail-oriented problem-solver who loves working with teams to track progress, adapt strategies, and demonstrate real-world change. If you’re passionate about evidence-based programming and want to contribute to meaningful development work, we’d love to hear from you!

What You’ll Do:

Lead MEL Systems – Design tools, track progress, and ensure data quality for impactful decision-making.
Assess & Improve – Coordinate evaluations, identify lessons learned, and recommend program adjustments.
Data Storytelling – Transform numbers into compelling reports for donors, partners, and teams.
Build Capacity – Train staff and partners on MEL best practices and data-driven approaches.
Tech-Savvy Solutions – Manage digital data systems (KoBo/ODK, PowerBI, etc.) for real-time insights.
Safeguarding – Ensure ethical data collection that respects participant dignity and safety.

Who We’re Looking For:

✔ Education: Degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, or related field.
✔ Experience: 5+ years in MEL, preferably in market systems or development programs.
✔ Skills:

• Advanced data analysis & visualization (Excel, PowerBI, etc.).
• Familiarity with mobile data tools (KoBo, ODK, Comcare).
• Strong training & facilitation skills.
  ✔ Languages: Fluency in English (local languages a plus).
  ✔ Mindset: Innovative, collaborative, and committed to Mercy Corps’ values.

Why Join Mercy Corps?

Global Impact – Contribute to life-changing work in vulnerable communities.
Continuous Learning – 5% of work time dedicated to professional growth.
Innovation Culture – Solve challenges creatively with a dynamic team.
Work-Life Balance – Supportive environment with flexible policies.

Ready to Apply?

Submit your 1-PDF document (Cover Letter + CV, max 5 pages) via the link below by 1st May 2025.

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Shortlisted candidates only will be contacted. Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer.