JOB TITLE: DATA & PERFORMANCE MANAGER

Job Announcement

For External Use

Location: Pristina, Kosovo

Group/Practice/Unit: Education

Who We Are

IREX is a global development and education organization. We strive for a more just, prosperous, and inclusive world—where individuals reach their full potential, governments serve their people, and communities thrive. With a projected annual portfolio of more than $100 million and more than 600 staff worldwide, we work with partners in more than 100 countries in four areas essential to progress: cultivating leaders, empowering youth, strengthening institutions, and increasing access to quality education and information.

Summary of Position

IREX seeks a qualified Chief of Party to support a five-year USAID-funded Private Sector-Led Workforce Development (PSWD) Activity in Kosovo. The activity will seek to harness the leadership of the private sector as a change agent to develop sustainable and innovative models to develop the Kosovo workforce in partnership with technical and vocational education and training (TVET) institutions in Sector Workforce Innovation Alliances.

Under the guidance of the Chief of Party, the Data & Performance Manager will oversee and implement the program’s Collaborating, Learning, and Adapting (CLA) approach, MEL plan, and learning agenda. S/he will manage the learning agenda, design and implementation of the MEL system, and the gathering and analyzing of, and reporting on data.

We are doers. Our decades of on-the-ground experience help us create greater impact, practical recommendations, and lasting partnerships.

Are you the next member of our team?

Your Background & Skills

• Kosovo citizenship or residency with work authorization 
• Minimum of six (6) years of professional experience in Kosovo implementing M&E activities, preferably of USAID or other international donor-funded programs; experience working on programs focused on higher education preferred
• A master’s degree in statistics, demographics, public policy, education, or related field; or bachelor’s degree with eight (8) years of relevant experience could also be considered
• Proven success in designing, implementing, and operating program M&E systems from program initiation to closeout stages in Kosovo required
• Knowledge of the major evaluation methodologies (e.g., qualitative, quantitative, mixed method, and impact) and data collection and analysis methodologies
• Experience in strategic planning and performance measurement, including indicator selection, target setting, reporting, database management, and developing M&E and performance monitoring plans
• Familiarity with innovative MEL methods to ensure data collection in areas with minimal connectivity and with participants with minimal literacy skills
• Experience in designing, managing, and implementing multi-disciplinary and results-based surveys, and developing and refining data collection tools
• Experience with data quality assessments and oversight
• Experience managing and providing ongoing training to M&E field officers
• A demonstrated commitment to creating a learning environment in a program
• Must have proven track record in the advanced use of modern communications tools, internet, email, social media, and teleconferences
• Ability to communicate professionally and provide written reporting in English is required
• Demonstrated experience working with various parts of the data lifecycle: design/methodology, collection, management, analysis, dissemination, and/or use
• Experience researching or working with complex data ecosystems or data from disparate sources
• Experience working with data using spreadsheets, databases, or statistical software
• Experience defining and implementing ways to operationalize data, including engaging with data governance policies and bodies
• Clear understanding of technology and global best practices for policy and practice
• Demonstrated understanding of best practices and approaches to digital development and data use. Familiarity with current research, technical frameworks, and on-the-ground implementation approaches
• Demonstrated experience in data visualization
• Experience with monitoring, evaluation and learning approaches, particularly in relation to digital development or digital transformations, and data use

Your Daily Tasks

• Oversee the program’s CLA process in collaboration with the Chief of Party; ensure that the program’s CLA approach is applied with consistency and rigor; work with leadership team to apply program learnings in pursuit of adaptive management
• Develop and implement a monitoring, evaluation, and learning plan across all program components including identification of process, output, and outcome indicators
• Develop monitoring activities that capture necessary data to report on program results
• Work with partners to ensure application of high-quality MEL activities and data collection; oversee partner capacity building as needed
• Ensure monitoring activities are conducted on schedule and participate in evaluations
• Communicate information obtained through M&E activities to IREX staff and various external stakeholders, notably donors and partners 
• Be a primary MEL resource to the field office and field personnel; liaise regularly with IREX’s MEL team in DC  
• Ensure data collection process is functioning in all activity locations to provide quality data within deadlines 
• Regularly review data collection processes, perform data quality assessments, and adjust, as needed 
• Conduct regular visits to program sites to provide technical assistance and ensure proper monitoring of program activities
• Produce M&E reports for the Chief of Party and donors, as needed
• Develop annual performance plans and annual MEL plans
• Serve as member of the program senior management team
• Coordinate relationships with technology or data partners
• Support development and implementation of data use strategies, and lead assessments of organizational data and technology capabilities
• Provide technical leadership in the use of technology
• Other duties, as assigned

Application submission instructions:

1. CV that emphasizes relevant experience for this assignment. Please include the country where you are currently located as well as countries/regions where you have experience, and relevant language skills.
2. Cover letter: Please submit a cover letter summarizing your qualifications and states. It should be to 1 page.

Use this Data & Performance Manager link to apply for this position. This position is open until filled. For best consideration, apply by June 30, 2022

We conduct background checks on all successful candidates.

This position is not eligible for Immigration Sponsorship.

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EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity.

All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. AA/EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled