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Monitoring, Learning and Evaluation Expert

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Monitoring, Learning and Evaluation Expert

JOB DESCRIPTION

About PCI India:

PCI India, a registered Indian society, has been working in India for the past 26 years. We drive interventions to transform the lives of communities at scale by solving complex development problems. In the past year, PCI India reached more than 1.7 crore, i.e. 17 million people in 202 Districts of 15 States.

Our Vision and Mission:

Vision – A happy, healthy, safe and a sustainable world for all.

Mission – Rooted in community realities, we co create and scale sustainable solutions to complex development problems.

Our Values:

  • Excellence – Quality in everything no matter how small, is paramount.
  • Respect – There is inherent value in all people for who they are and what they contribute.
  • Collaboration – Only through collaboration we can address complex development problems.
  • Boldness – Boldness requires disruptive thinking backed up by courage and conviction.
  • Creativity – Creativity ensures dynamic responsiveness, relevance, and impact.
  • Integrity – Integrity is non-negotiable in both personal and professional domains.

PCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

PCI is committed to providing equal opportunity to all working for it and in creating an inclusive work environment. We respect the diversity of our people and follow a fair, non-discriminatory approach in terms of gender, age, nationality race, caste, religion, community, marital status, physical challenge, and sexual orientation.

We promote diversity in the workplace and ensure a culture of zero tolerance to any form of discrimination, abuse, or harassment whether sexual, physical, or psychological.

PCI provides equal opportunity in recruitment, appraisals, promotion, and career progression. Our people policies are fair, objective, and non-discriminatory and everyone is expected to adhere to them.

About the Position:

Position Title: Monitoring, Learning & Evaluation Expert

Number of Position: 1

Reporting: Project Lead

Location:  NRLM, New Delhi

Grade: D

Type:  Full Time

Qualification Required: Postgraduate degree in social sciences, development studies, population studies, public health, or related field

About the Project:

This Gates Foundation supported project – Transitioning FNHW integration with SHG platform in UP and National level encompasses providing Technical Assistance on Food Nutrition, Health and WASH and transitioning of these interventions layered on community platforms keeping sustainability in mind.

Better health and nutrition amongst the SHG households has the potential to significantly impact Women’s Economic Empowerment as well. By transitioning and sustaining HN interventions the project not only promotes better health but also supports economic stability for women. Improved health and reduced out-of-pocket expenditures (OOP) can support women in making better economic and employment-related decisions, thereby enhancing their financial stability and independence. Healthier women are more likely to participate in economic activities and reduced out-of-pocket health expenses allow for more financial resources to be allocated towards income-generating opportunities.

This second phase of the project delves into providing Technical Assistance to DAY NRLMs Food, Nutrition, Health and WASH (FNHW) vertical on selected technical themes, building capacities, develop demonstration and learning sites in the states , provide MLE support for integrating FNHW data at the state and national level systems, facilitate and forge convergence between departments and ministries to ensure services and entitlements related to FNHW. Another aspect of this project is to transition the Health and Nutrition TA to established government institutions for ensuring sustainability.

The Position

The Monitoring and Learning Expert will be based at DAY-NRLM and be responsible for strengthening Monitoring mechanisms and systems for FNHW (Food, Nutrition, Health, and WASH) under DAY-NRLM. This will include integration of FNHW indicators with the existing national MLE system and looking at M&E mechanisms across interventions of this project such as learning outcomes for trainings, success indicators for innovations / learning and immersion sites in the states and success indicators for convergence at various levels.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

  1. Lead Design and Evaluation of the HN Innovation Interventions
  • Lead the design and evaluation of pilot interventions, including development of monitoring frameworks (logframes, ToC, indicators).
  • Design quantitative and qualitative tools, oversee field data collection, and analyze findings to generate insights for scale-up or course correction.
  1. Develop and Operationalize FNHW Monitoring Framework
  • Develop and operationalize a comprehensive monitoring framework for FNHW, integrated within a broader results-based framework aligned with program goals.
  • Establish robust data systems across levels, analyze data, and present insights through dashboards and analytical reports.
  1. Research and Knowledge Generation
  • Support drafting of research papers, policy briefs, and technical documents; collaborate with academic and research partners on potential joint studies.
  • Contribute to documentation and dissemination of evidence emerging from mission interventions.
  1. Dashboard Design and Real-Time Reporting
  • Lead development of user-centric dashboards for real-time data visualization aligned with leadership and field needs.
  • Present findings regularly and offer data-driven recommendations for strategic planning.
  1. Monitoring of Digital Tools and e-LMS Usage
  • Track usage of digital platforms, especially e-LMS, including engagement metrics (logins, completions, reach).
  • Generate usage reports to inform digital outreach strategies and improve capacity-building efforts.
  1. Support to SRLMs
  • Provide technical assistance to SRLMs for aligning M&E systems with national frameworks and standardizing indicators, tools, and reporting formats.
  • Lead capacity-building of field staff through training, workshops, and ongoing support for improved data use and accountability.
  1. Data Audits, Reporting, and Learning Dissemination
  • Implement data validation protocols and conduct periodic audits to ensure quality and consistency.
  • Address data gaps with partners, support timely reporting (monthly, quarterly, annual), and contribute to donor/JRM/inter-ministerial submissions.
  • Document achievements through case studies, success stories, and learning briefs; disseminate insights via workshops, webinars, and other platforms.

Required Skills and Experience:

  • 5–8 years of progressive experience in Monitoring, Learning & Evaluation roles within the development sector.
  • Proven expertise in developing MLE frameworks and integrating indicators into national systems.
  • Strong quantitative and qualitative research and analysis skills.
  • Hands-on experience with dashboarding tools and real-time data systems.
  • Prior experience supporting or working with government stakeholders and systems (preferably NRLM/SRLM, NHM, or ICDS).
  • Strong report writing and communication skills.
  • Experience in capacity building and knowledge dissemination.
  • Proficiency in digital tools, including monitoring of e-LMS and other digital training platforms.

What can you expect in PCI:

  • A warm, inclusive, and happy work environment.
  • Performance driven reward mechanism.
  • The best of the class benefits from competitive remunerations.
  • Health Insurance coverage for self, spouse & Children.
  • Group Terms Life Insurance and Group Accident Insurance for Self.
  • All other statutory benefits.
  • Regular Recognition of performance and PCI Value display in work
  • An empowering organization structure which values individual’s skills, competencies and potential.
  • Opportunities to operate in a cross functional role.
  • Higher responsibilities and larger roles are merit based.
  • Young Talent Programs for developing future leaders.
  • Leadership roles for women are encouraged and given preference in selection and training.

Recruitment Process:

  1. Applications will be shortlisted based on the specified criteria mentioned in the Job Description.
  2. Shortlisted candidates will appear for a written assignment (if required).
  3. Group Discussions may be part of the interview process for certain positions.
  4. The process could also include presentation of the assignment.
  5. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend one or more rounds of panel interviews.

The complete process usually takes 2 to 3 weeks. Those moving to the final round of interviews will be hearing from the People & Culture team. We prefer in person meetings but in case of location distances, we are happy to meet you virtually.

After the final round, if you are not selected for the position advertised, we will inform you over a mail. However, we invite you to apply to other open positions. We always look forward to engaging with talent that add value to our endeavours in various capacities.

PCI is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct.

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