Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Experts

Development Expertise Lab
Ethiopia, Kenya
Monitoring and Evaluation

Job Description

Development Expertise Lab (DEL) specialises in data collection, data analysis, monitoring & evaluation and research activities in developing countries. DEL is hiring Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Experts based in East Africa (Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, Uganda).

Candidates must meet the following criteria:

  • Master's degree (or equivalent) in Monitoring & Evaluation, Statistics, Economics, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Public Health or a related field
  • At least five (5) years of professional experience in monitoring, evaluation and/or learning for donor-funded development or humanitarian programmes
  • Demonstrated experience applying the OECD-DAC evaluation criteria or equivalent MEAL frameworks
  • Strong quantitative and/or qualitative research skills, including experience with statistical software (Stata, SPSS or R) and/or qualitative analysis tools
  • Proficiency with digital data collection platforms (ODK, KoboCollect, SurveyCTO or CommCare)
  • Sound knowledge of the development, humanitarian and policy context of the country of residence (Kenya, Uganda, Somalia or Ethiopia)
  • Prior experience working with UN agencies, international NGOs or bilateral/multilateral donors is highly desirable
  • Experience conducting gender-sensitive and disability-inclusive research is an asset
  • Excellent report-writing and facilitation skills in English; working proficiency in other relevant local languages is an advantage
  • Based in Kenya, Uganda, Somalia or Ethiopia.

How to Apply

To apply, fill the form: [https://forms.gle/RnKg441tf2fKijzZ6](https://forms.gle/RnKg441tf2fKijzZ6) by 20 September 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Job Details

Posted: September 11, 2026
Deadline: September 20, 2026 (9 days left)
Organization: Development Expertise Lab
Location: Ethiopia, Kenya
Sector: Monitoring and Evaluation