Monitoring (Measurement) & Evaluation Specialist

FRC•, DC

1d•$100,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Specialist supports the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of performance measurement systems for strategic communications initiatives. Working closely with the M&E Unit, this role partners with internal and external stakeholders to develop performance measurement plans that assess communications campaigns designed to explain U.S. foreign policy to global audiences.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, International Development, Public Policy, Social Sciences, Statistics, Research Methods, or a related field
Minimum of three years of professional experience in monitoring and evaluation
Demonstrated experience with; Building monitoring and evaluation capacity
Developing logic models and theories of change
Creating performance indicators to measure progress towards results
Establishing indicator targets
Designing data collection tools
Analyzing quantitative and qualitative data
Reporting and presenting evaluation findings
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organization and project management skills with exceptional attention to detail
Experience developing reports, presentations, and data visualizations
Strong cross-cultural communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Active SECRET Security Clearance or ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance
Ability to obtain Department of State system access and credentials

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred
experience with Excel and data visualization software is preferred
Communications or public diplomacy experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Develop and implement performance measurement plans for communications campaigns
Support the development of logic models and theories of change
Develop meaningful indicators to measure project performance and outcomes
Establish indicator targets and performance benchmarks
Design and refine quantitative and qualitative data collection tools
Collect, validate, analyze, and interpret monitoring and evaluation data
Present findings through reports, dashboards, and data visualizations
Communicate M&E findings and recommendations to project teams and stakeholders
Assist program representatives with logic model development, indicator selection, data collection, and analysis
Maintain Performance Indicator Tracking Tables (PITTs) and other M&E databases
Enter, verify, and manage indicator data
Monitor reporting deadlines and follow up with stakeholders to ensure timely data submission
Ensure data quality, consistency, and completeness across projects
Represent the M&E Unit and the Office of Research during coordination meetings
Take detailed meeting notes and document action items
Organize and coordinate M&E-related meetings, workshops, and events
Track assignments and remind project teams and Communities of Practice members of reporting requirements
Provide general administrative and operational support to ensure smooth functioning of M&E activities
Support efforts to strengthen monitoring and evaluation capacity among project staff and stakeholders
Provide guidance and technical assistance on M&E processes, tools, and reporting requirements
Perform other job-related duties as assigned