Director M&E

Role Summary

We are looking for a dynamic, committed, enthusiastic and results-oriented individual to become a key part of the exciting growth journey in the position of Director - Monitoring and Evaluation to lead and strengthen the Impact Measurement

function of the organization.

The Director Monitoring & Evaluation is a key leadership position in the organization and

shall be responsible for the planning and designing the monitoring & evaluation of all

programs, their outcomes and impact to ensure they are aligned to the overall goals of the

organization.

In addition to the core functional aspects of M&E, the role-holder shall also play an important

role in influencing the outlook of the organization in aspects such as program design,

advocacy, scaling and growth. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, this role offers the

opportunity to influence organizational strategy and contribute to Makkala Jagritis overall

growth and culture.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Leadership

Define, lead, and implement the organization-wide M&E strategy aligned with organizational goals.

Collaborate with the CEO, Board, and Program Heads to ensure alignment of M&E priorities with program and organizational strategy.

Track organizational performance through metrics and dashboards, ensuring actionable insights for decision-making.

Contribute to evidence based strategic planning, design, knowledge partnering and advocacy efforts of the organization

Represent the organization in knowledge-based events and forums and be part of the thought-leadership efforts

Build reputation as a thought leader in the education and holistic development space through engagement in research, collaboration with universities and research organizations and publication of articles

Monitoring and Evaluation

Develop and strengthen program-level and cross-organizational M&E frameworks including Theory of Change, Logic Models, and Indicators that ensure relevant and high-quality outcome and impact measurement

Design assessment tools, templates, and methodologies to evaluate program effectiveness

Conduct regular field visits to ensure reliable deployment and effective use of M&E tools.

Lead qualitative and quantitative data analysis, generating actionable analytical reports for leadership and stakeholders including creation and implementation of visual dashboards

Collaborate with Program Leadership and Program design teams to refine program implementation strategies and methodologies based on data insights

Provide oversight to M&E Coordinator(s) for data collection systems, validation, analytics and reporting

Ensure timely reporting on M&E activities, including monthly, quarterly, and annual updates to the CEO and Director of Programs. Systems and Technology

Oversee the creation and deployment of data management systems (MIS) to ensure accurate reporting and analysis.

Lead the technology adoption and oversee the design, deployment, and continuous improvement of data management systems (MIS) across programs.

Reporting, Communication and Knowledge Management

Facilitate training and capacity-building for program teams on M&E frameworks, tools, MIS, and data interpretation.

Drive internal knowledge-building and documentation efforts to deepen organizational

learning and donor reporting.

Translate impact data into insights for advocacy, communication to donors and partners, and knowledge building

Plan and coordinate third-party and independent evaluation initiatives for MJs programs

Collaboration with research institutions and reputed universities - both within and outside India - for studies and knowledge creation

Bring in best practices from the sector (or beyond) and apply appropriately within the organization

Other Responsibilities

Promote and champion the culture of Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning, data-driven decision making and data hygiene within the organization

Maintain a strong feedback loop between field-level insights and strategic planning

Ensure ethical data collection especially when working with vulnerable populations

Support Makkala Jagritis Fundraising and Communications function with impact-oriented narratives, indicators and metrics

Actively contribute to the organizations strategic growth as a member of the Extended Leadership Team, influencing direction and development

Who you are

Education & Experience

Bachelors or Masters degree in Social Work, Data Analytics, Education, Development

Studies, or a related field.

Minimum 1012 years of professional experience, with at least 57 years in Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) or Management Information Systems (MIS) in the education or development sector.

At least 4 years in a managerial or leadership role, overseeing M&E strategy, systems, and teams.

Technical competencies

Proven experience in designing assessment tools, data collection methodologies, and strategies to monitor program outcomes.

Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative data analysis to generate insights and inform program decisions.

Experience using M&E/MIS software such as Excel, Power BI, and Kobo Toolbox (or

similar platforms).

Skilled in developing data dashboards, analytical reports, and presenting findings to diverse audiences.

Familiarity with outcome-focused tools such as Theory of Change, Logical Frameworks, and Results-Based Management (RBM).

Programmatic and Other Competencies

Experience working on multi-stakeholder programs across geographies or thematic areas (e.g., education, ECCE, development).

Demonstrated ability to align M&E systems with broader organizational and programmatic goals.

Experience in leading or supporting training and capacity-building initiatives for staff and partners on M&E.

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with a track record of authoring impact reports, donor presentations, or research outputs.

Proficiency in Kannada is a strong advantage.

Personal / Behavioural Attributes

Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and a zeal for data accuracy.

Demonstrated leadership and collaboration skills; able to work across functions and

engage teams.

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

High adaptability, initiative, and proactiveness in a dynamic, evolving organizational

environment.

Strong ethical judgement, especially in the context of working with children and

vulnerable populations.

A mindset of continuous learning, curiosity, and openness to new ideas and feedback.