Data and Impact (M&E) Consultant
About Us
At Margshala Foundation, we believe in enabling young people to create livelihood opportunities for themselves. Only by empowering the next generation can we collectively contribute to a resilient future for the mountains!
We've been working on this together since 2019, aiming to forge an alternative future for Himalayan youth through youth entrepreneurship, climate change adaptation, and sustainable livelihoods. In December 2022, Margshala Foundation was formally registered to take forward our work within and beyond Uttarakhand.
Our Organisational Values
At Margshala, we invest in people. That goes not only for the youth livelihoods programs we run in the Western Himalayas, but stands true for the organisation internally as well. We believe in a culture that allows all team members to create a unique place for themselves, contribute to the larger mission and thrive.
What This Role Entails
As a Data and Impact (M&E) Consultant at Margshala Foundation, you will play a pivotal role in evaluating program impact and supporting data-driven decision making for the organisation, driving the organisation’s social mission of creating local livelihoods for the next generation.
You will work closely with the Founder, Associate Director - Growth & Strategy, and team members from the Program and Design teams to design and implement robust M&E frameworks, tools, and processes for measuring the impact of ongoing programs. You will also be responsible for regularly training team members in data collection and M&E implementation processes to build internal capacity at Margshala Foundation.
As an M&E Consultant, you will contribute to the creation and refinement of impact evaluation frameworks, the development and improvement of tools, and conducting analyses throughout the implementation of Margshala’s programs. Additionally, you will train the M&E Associate/Program SPOC to manage tasks such as tool deployment, data updating and validation, regular reporting, and ensuring the alignment of M&E design with the needs of emerging programs.
Key Responsibilities
| M&E Framework Design and Implementation | - Develop and establish impact assessment tools for Margshala programs, including frameworks for pre-program, during-program, and post-program assessments.
- Ensure adherence to ethical standards in data collection and usage across all programs.
- Design and coordinate the implementation of M&E processes, such as feedback collection and engagement evaluation, for all stages and phases of Margshala programs.
- Train program staff in executing M&E implementation and data collection activities. | | --- | --- | | Impact Assessment | - Analyze M&E data (quantitative and qualitative) and other impact-related metrics.
- Create insightful analysis reports to inform program design improvements and track outcome achievements.
- Recommend actionable improvements for Margshala programs based on findings from M&E activities. | | Data Management and Analysis | - Manage and enhance organizational databases, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records of all collected data.
- Develop and refine data collection methodologies and tools to ensure consistency, rigor, and relevance in capturing statistics and information.
- Prepare data-backed insights and impact summaries for funders and other external stakeholders, ensuring alignment with donor requirements and highlighting program outcomes effectively. | | Other responsibilities | - Conduct primary and secondary research as required.
- Support the organization in the effective use of data to update and maintain databases and improve program delivery. |
Position Requests and Requirements
Skill Set
It would be great if you have →
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets for data management and analysis.
- Experience in data cleaning, analysis, interpretation, and visualisation techniques.
- Familiarity with collaborative workspace platforms like Notion.
- Knowledge of databases and proficiency in SQL for data manipulation and retrieval.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
It would be an added bonus if you have →
- Experience working with youth-oriented programs or organisations.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Attention to detail and effective multitasking capabilities.
- Ability to ensure meticulous documentation of processes, methodologies, and findings.
- Experience of working in rural Himalayan regions and understanding of socio-economic context of such geographies.
Experience
- Previous experience in M&E, preferably in the development or nonprofit sector.
Education
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Statistics, Social Sciences, or related disciplines).
FAQs
Schedule?
- [ ] This is a part-time position, estimated to require 50 hours a month, ie. approximately 12.5 hrs a week with potential fluctuations during specific periods such as program launches or when external reports / deadlines necessitate additional input.
- [ ] Moreover, active participation in team meetings, contribution to organisational learning initiatives, and alignment with overarching M&E team objectives are essential.
Vacation?
- [ ] 12 Fixed and Floating holidays as per organisational calendar
Working setup?
- [ ] Hybrid (occasional presence on field + work from home)
Reporting to?
- [ ] Program Management Lead
Location?
- [ ] A suitable candidate for this role will be someone who would be open to relocating to Haldwani or any major town in Uttarakhand
Salary Range?
- [ ] As this role is part time, the remuneration will be decided based on the candidate's experience.
Apply Now
Interested candidates are invited to apply by filling out this application form.
Contact people@margshala.com for any questions.
Learn more at www.margshala.com
