Principal Specialist - Monitoring & Evaluation

About Udhyam:

Udhyam Learning Foundation (Udhyam) is on a mission towards Making Bharat Entrepreneurial. We believe that entrepreneurship is a powerful way to channelize an individual s potential. Entrepreneurship enables agency and allows an individual to work on their strengths while creating value for the world.

Our programs:

• Udhyam Shiksha works on developing entrepreneurial mindsets among the youth and enabling them to achieve their potential, having impacted ~24,00,000 learners across 12 Indian states.

• Udhyam Vyapaar focuses on nano businesses in India, and solving large problems faced by them, at scale; having already enabled up to a 27% income uplift for 5000+ entrepreneurs.The goal for Udhyam is to build a thriving and supportive ecosystem, where every individual feels empowered to define their own path

The Principal Specialist in Monitoring and Evaluation (ME) will lead the design, implementation, and management of ME frameworks and also independently manage some programs. This role involves close collaboration with program teams to understand them, define the impact metrics, ensure data-driven decision-making, the creation of reproducible analyses, and continuous improvement of program outcomes.

Location : Bengaluru, Karnataka

• ME Framework Design : Independently develop and refine ME frameworks, including the identification of key indicators, data collection methodologies, and reporting mechanisms.

• Data Collection Management : Build as well as oversee the design of data collection tools and ensure the accurate and timely collection, entry, and management of data.

• Data Analysis Reporting : Perform in-depth quantitative and qualitative analyses and draw insights that lead to action.

• Field Visits : Conduct field visits to program sites to collaborate with field teams, observe program implementation, and gather firsthand insights as well as validate data collected . Use these observations to inform and improve ME processes.

• Stakeholder Engagement : Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to communicate findings, contribute to strategy development, and inform programmatic decisions.

• Learning Improvement : Drive continuous learning within the organisation by identifying lessons learned, best practices, and opportunities for improvement. Lead workshops and presentations to disseminate findings and foster a culture of data-driven decision-making.

• Compliance Quality Assurance : Ensure that all ME activities comply with organisational standards, donor requirements, and ethical guidelines.

Education :

Advanced degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies,Management, Statistics, Economics, or a related field.

Skills :

• Extensive experience with ME frameworks and methodologies

  • Livelihoods, rural development specific will be an added advantage

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to diverse audiences.

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

• Working experience with Kobo Toolbox as well as other data collection tools

• Advanced analytical skills in Excel is essential; knowledge and experience in R, SQL, Python, or any other relevant data analysis tools, with a focus on creating reproducible work will be an added advantage.

• Working experience in data visualisation including developing dashboards - Looker Studio, Power BI etc.

Experience :

• At Least 8 years experience in Monitoring Evaluation, with a proven track record of leading ME activities for large-scale programs.

  • Experience working on livelihood programs will be an added advantage

• Demonstrated experience in managing data-driven projects and leading teams.

• Experience working with diverse stakeholders, including donors, government agencies, and community organisations.

Personal Attributes :

• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new tools and processes, particularly those used at Udhyam Vyapaar.

• High level of integrity, with a focus on ethical data management and reporting practices.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Spoken knowledge of Hindi is desirable.