Position Summary:    

The Performance & Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Manager will work within the Performance, Learning and Communication (PLC) Hub with responsibility for aspects of the MEL agenda as delegated by the PLC Lead. 

The Performance & MEL Manager will work closely with MEL Hub Team to support effective implementation of the FSPP Performance Assessment Framework (PAF) and ensure timely, consistent delivery of sector programs MEL plans, activities and reporting that meets good practice guidelines and DFAT standards. The role will actively promote learning, continuous improvement, provide oversight to the MEL MIS and provide MEL technical services to sector programs and their MEL teams.  

Key Responsibilities:    

• Ensure effective implementation and reporting on the FPSP Performance Assessment Framework (PAF) and associated Theories of Change. 
• Support alignment of FPSP & Sector programs MEL Frameworks to aggregate results under the FPSPP PAF 
• Contribute to good practice guidelines to drive consistent MEL design and implementation across FPSP & sector programs, meeting DFAT Design, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Standards. 
• Provide technical support, quality assurance and coherence for FPSP annual work planning, annual reflection and learning processes as well as delivery of analytical MEL activities including but not limited to: baseline analysis, adequate designs of new initiatives, reviews of significant initiatives and VfM analysis. 
• Consolidate high quality and strategic performance reporting for FPSP & component sector programs in a way that balances accountability, rigor and learning to promote program improvement. 
• Coordinate regular learning and MEL triangulation activities together with FPSP Learning Partner Talanoa Consulting including 6 Monthly Reflection processes, impact assessments and rapid reviews.  
• Facilitate and support the creation and maintenance of a MIS that collects, stores, facilitates analysis, and supports reporting/ accountability and learning needs. 
• Lead the MEL Community of Practice across FPSP to support strategic coherence of MEL approaches at the Platform and sector program levels. 
• Integrating cross-cutting priorities of GEDSI, safeguarding and climate and disaster resilience throughout MEL activities and deliverables. 
• Support the Performance & MEL Coordinator and MEL & MIS Officer to embed a Monitoring, Evaluation and learning culture which incorporates local/indigenous evaluation approaches and values across the FPSP and Programs.   
• Assisting the PLC Lead to periodically review Communications and MIS Strategies (as required). 
• Other duties as requested by the PLC Lead  

Key Deliverables:     

• Effective performance management and capacity building of the Performance & MEL Coordinator and MEL & MIS Officer.   
• Effective delivery of the FPSP PAF. 
• Deliver high-quality technical input and support to Hubs and Programs as required. 
• Work collaboratively with key stakeholders including Clear Horizon, Ninti, Talanoa Consulting. 
• An established and engaged Community of Practice across the sector programs for MEL & MIS. 
• Deliver high quality and timely data and analysis for FPSP deliverables including but not limited to: baseline analysis, MEL workplans, 6 monthly and annual reports. 
• Ensure all reports are prepared in accordance with FPSP, Abt and DFAT’s reporting guidelines.

Working Relationships:

Reporting to:     

• Performance Learning & Communications (PLC) Lead 

Other:

• PLC Hub Team
• Cross cutting Hub Team 
• Shared Services Hub Team 
• Senior management team 
• Clear Horizon 
• Ninti One  
• Talanoa Consulting 
• Relevant Australian High Commission Representatives    
• Relevant Government of Fiji representatives    
• Platform Partners 
• Abt MEL Quality Adviser  

Selection Criteria:  

Qualifications

• Tertiary degree (post graduate level desirable) in relevant field.   

Required Experience 

• Significant practical l experience (5+ Years) implementing MEL systems for international development programs.  
• Demonstrated expertise with MEL-related activities such as performance monitoring, MEL plan drafting, methodology design, sampling, qualitative and quantitative analysis, instrument design, field survey management and authoring reports. 
• Demonstrated experience in developing and applying MEL systems with high levels of autonomy. 
• Experience designing, leading, and facilitating learning events and advising on or operationalising learning processes in programs. 
• Proven experience with MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). 
• Demonstrated experience working with Power BI. 
• Experience in integrating gender equality, disability inclusion and/or social inclusion in MEL systems and processes. 

Required Skills and Knowledge 

• Strong critical and analytical thinking capabilities with the ability to assess situational needs and develop problem solving strategies in a timely manner. 
• Strong communication and leadership skills.  
• Strong writing, communication, and data analysis skills (qualitative or quantitative). 

About Abt 

Abt Global is a mission-driven, global leader with a proven track record in complex program implementation in the international development sector. We offer bold solutions and technical excellence in Health, Economic Growth, Governance, Research & Evaluation, Environment & Energy, Gender Equality & Social Inclusion. Working with our many partners, we have driven measurable social impact for more than 55 years, to achieve our mission of improving the quality of life and economic well-being of people worldwide. We operate in remote and challenging environments and employ more than 3,700 staff in over 50 countries. For more information about us and what we do, visit our website at www.abtglobal.com. 

Commitment to Equity

Abt Global values individuality and celebrates difference with a strong commitment to diversity, equality, racial equity, gender, and disability inclusion. We strongly encourage women, men, people with diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities to apply for this position.  

Commitment to Safeguarding  

We are deeply committed to safeguarding, to protect and prevent harm and abuse to individuals we work for and who work for us. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation. We will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, child abuse, sexual abuse or exploitation in any form, and expect everyone to be treated with respect and dignity.