1. POSITION SUMMARY

At Suyana, impact management is evolving through the gradual rollout of a new global MEL system, combining standardized KPIs, digital data collection via Kobo, and centralized analysis through Power BI. As part of our transition, we are looking for a motivated and experienced MEL Officer to run the local MEL operations, accompany implementing partners in ongoing projects and embed global MEL practices and initiatives.

The MEL Officer will be line-managed by the Country Coordinator and will report for all MEL-technical aspects to the Global Impact Manager at the headquarters in Switzerland. In addition, the MEL Officer will work in close coordination with the Program and Partner Management team at headquarters.

2. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. MEL Coordination and Partner Support

• Act as Suyana’s focal point for MEL at country level, serving as the main interface between implementing partners, country coordination, and Suyana’s global Impact Management as well as the Programme and Partner Management team at Headquarters.
• Support implementing partners across the full project cycle by contributing to the development and refinement of project MEL components and by supporting the integration of Suyana’s MEL framework in ongoing projects, adapting tools to local realities where appropriate and ensuring their practical and consistent use in day-to-day implementation.
• Support project development by contributing to the design of clear Theories of Change, meaningful log frames, and practical MEAL plans and systems for new projects, both partner-led and Suyana implemented, in line with Suyana’s global MEAL requirements.
• Provide hands-on and flexible support to partners and to Suyana’s global Impact Management team and the Suyana Programme and Partner Management team on MEL related topics as they arise, proactively identifying gaps, addressing practical challenges, and ensuring smooth day-to-day implementation.

2. MEL Systems, Data Collection and Quality Assurance

• Support the integration and use of Suyana’s Global Data Platform (KOBO/ PowerBI) and ensure data quality and harmonized reporting across partners in coordination with global Impact Management team.
• Coordinate and support project level data collection processes, including the use of Kobo, follow up during reporting periods, and hands on support to partner teams and enumerators as needed.
• Review and validate project data for completeness, consistency, and plausibility, identify issues early, and liaise with partners, Suyana’s Global Impact Management team and the Suyana Programme and Partner Management team at Headquarters to resolve data quality or system related challenges.

3. Evaluation, Learning and Knowledge Sharing

• Accompany Suyana team members and consultants during field visits, reviews, and evaluations as needed.
• Translate monitoring and evaluation findings into practical feedback for partners and programme management team and support cross project learning through documentation of lessons learned and field-based insights.
• Support the preparation and implementation of baseline and endline assessments, evaluations, and reviews.

3. REQUIREMENTS

1. Education, experiences & skills requirements

• Bachelor degree in a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of education and practical experience in International Development, Social Sciences, Economics, Statistics or a related field - strong hands-on MEL experience is considered equally valuable.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in monitoring, evaluation, accountability, learning, or programme management within international cooperation, involving close collaboration with implementing partners.
• Strong practical experience with MEL concepts and tools and the ability to apply them effectively in project settings.
• Experience supporting project-level data collection and data quality
• Comfort working with digital tools for data collection and reporting, such as Kobo and Excel, and experience using dashboards and visualization tools such as Power BI.
• Strong coordination and facilitation skills, with a respectful and supportive approach to building partners’ MEL capacity.
• Strong commitment to Suyana’s mission and values, and a genuine interest in learning, reflection, and continuous improvement.
• High attention to detail and commitment to data quality, accuracy and integrity.
• Ability to work independently in a field-oriented role
• Hands-on and solution-oriented, with a proactive attitude and willingness to take responsibility where support is needed.
• Native Kinyarwanda and excellent communication skills in English

2. Other

• Rwandan passport required.
• Foreigners eligible only if legally residing and authorised to work in Rwanda

4. What Suyana Offers

At Suyana, you will be part of a purpose driven, international team that values collaboration, trust, and learning. As a growing foundation, Suyana offer a supportive work environment where you can take ownership, contribute to shaping processes, and develop alongside the organization.

Working with Suyana Team means contributing to meaningful impact while learning from teams across different regions and disciplines.

Join Suyana mission to empower people and communities sustainably and contribute to Suyana social vision.