Global Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Director

World Vision is hiring a Global Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Director a multi-million-dollar, multi-country, 5-year United States Government (USG) grant funded project called Faith and Community Initiative (FCI).

At a Glance 

Role: Global Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Director

Reports to: Global Project Director

Location: Washington, DC based, hybrid;  remote

Minimum Requirements: Advanced degree in public health, epidemiology, statistics, social sciences, or a related field. Minimum of 10 years’ experience in MEL leadership roles for large-scale, multi-country, donor-funded health programs. Deep understanding of US DOS/PEPFAR MEL requirements, DATIM reporting, and national HMIS platforms. Experience with digital health tools, GIS mapping, and integrated data systems (e.g., Salesforce-based platforms like iMPAQ). Demonstrated expertise in data quality assurance frameworks, continuous improvement approaches (e.g., PDSA, SAIA), and adaptive management.

Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.A for any employer 

Travel: Significant international travel in year 1 of project >50%; travel requirement in subsequent years >25%.

Estimated hiring range: $104,200 - $151,520 

The Job 

World Vision is seeking a Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Director for an anticipated multi-million-dollar, multi-country, 5-year United States Government (USG) grant funded project called Faith and Community Initiative focused on leveraging the efficiencies of existing faith networks and faith-based or community health providers to bring integrated HIV TB, Malaria, MNCH and nutrition services through a hub-and-spoke model across 16 priority countries. To deepen efficiency and align with national strategies, the project will work collaboratively with governments, faith networks, and national Christian Health Associations (CHAs) to deliver integrated services at community levels. The project will gradually transition the implementation of activities to national Christian Health Associations, Ministries of Health, and other local stakeholders within three years and finally by the end of the project.   

Responsibilities will include  

• Keep Christ central in individual and corporate life. Actively participate in and contribute to the spiritual disciplines of the organization (Christian conduct, chapel, prayer, worship, devotions, and leadership of devotions); incorporate WV Core Values into decisions within scope of role. 

Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Leadership

• Provide global-level oversight and technical leadership for MEL, project information system, and knowledge management activities for a 16-country integrated health program.
• Ensure high-quality, consistent M&E standards, tools and guidance across the 16 countries to ensure seamless data collection, reporting, and adaptive management across all levels of the program. This includes maintaining compliance with the donor reporting requirements, and interoperability with national health information systems (HMIS).
• Collaborate with Technical Director in knowledge management, documentation and dissemination efforts to support advocacy and resource mobilization.
• Lead consortium-wide efforts to promote comparability of data for donor reporting, performance management, and program learning.
• Facilitate cross-country collaboration and provide targeted technical support to country MEL teams and partners.
• Oversee the integration of program data into World Vision’s iMPAQ system, supporting internal grant reporting, cross-country learning, and portfolio management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Data Systems and Reporting

• Ensure that all MEL systems are aligned with US DOS/PEPFAR indicators, DATIM reporting, and national HMIS platforms.
• Oversee the integration of consortium data into World Vision’s iMPAQ system, ensuring accurate and timely consolidation of indicator data for internal reporting and cross-country analysis.
• Promote interoperability between national HMIS platforms, mobile tools like Luvelo, and iMPAQ to prevent parallel reporting systems.
• Lead the design of real-time dashboards and data visualization tools to support adaptive management at global, national, and hub levels.
• Guarantee compliance with donor reporting timelines and data quality expectations.

Date Quality Assurance (DQA) and Continuous Improvement

• Oversee the implementation of a multi-level DQA framework, including routine internal checks, hub-level verifications, quarterly country-level audits, and annual external DQAs.
• Establish a feedback loop to ensure DQA findings are used to improve data collection processes and program performance.
• Lead the annual Data Champion Awards, recognizing facilities with exemplary data quality and fostering a culture of accountability.
• Provide technical leadership on the use of evidence-based continuous improvement frameworks, such as Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) and the Systems Analysis and Improvement Approach (SAIA).

Learning and Adaptive Management

• Drive a consortium-wide continuous learning agenda focused on service integration, cost-efficiency, sustainability and transitioning.
• Establish structured spaces for reflection and adaptive action, including quarterly consortium learning summits and participatory data review sessions with faith leaders and inter-religious councils.
• Ensure evidence is used to guide strategic adaptations, resource allocation, and advocacy with MOH and faith-based networks.
• Promote South-to-South learning and cross-country exchange of best practices through communities of practice.

Capacity Strengthening and Supervision

• Supervise, guide and collaborate with assigned MEL staff at the global level and provide technical mentorship to Country MEL Managers.
• Build MEL capacity within consortium organizations through training, mentorship, and structured learning programs.
• Support recruitment and onboarding of MEL staff at global and national levels, ensuring rapid program start-up.
• Work collaboratively with team members when assigned to work as a member of a team. 

You bring these skills

• Establish a systematic course of action for self or others to ensure accomplishment of a specific objective. Determine priorities and allocate time and resources effectively.
• Identify and analyze situations and/or issues, consider options, develop and decide on solutions, recommend and/or implement and monitor appropriate solutions.
• Identify appropriate people, facilities, tools and materials, time constraints, vendors, etc. for accomplishing goals. Consider potential costs and benefits of resources prior to allocating them.
• Demonstrate effective computer skills, including the use of Microsoft Office Suite, Lotus Notes, intranet and Internet, and various software applications and databases used in work efforts.
• Flexibility to perform other duties as required by the multi-country grant.

Requirements  

Minimum Requirements

• Advanced degree in public health, epidemiology, statistics, social sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in MEL leadership roles for large-scale, multi-country, donor-funded health programs.
• Deep understanding of US DOS/PEPFAR MEL requirements, DATIM reporting, and national HMIS platforms.
• Experience with digital health tools, GIS mapping, and integrated data systems (e.g., Salesforce-based platforms like iMPAQ).
• Demonstrated expertise in data quality assurance frameworks, continuous improvement approaches (e.g., PDSA, SAIA), and adaptive management.
• Proven track record of leading diverse, multi-stakeholder teams, including faith-based and government partners.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Fluency in English (spoken and written)

Preferred Requirements

• Experience working with faith-based organizations and inter-religious councils.
• Familiarity with integrated health service delivery models, such as hub-and-spoke networks.
• Background in organizational development and sustainability planning for MEL systems.

Salary & Benefits 

WVUS Pay Grade Level: 228 

Estimated hiring range: $104,200 - $151,520 

The posted hiring salary range reflects pay for U.S. locations and is determined using market data and internal compensation guidelines. Actual compensation may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic location, job-related experience, and applicable laws. For information about World Vision U.S' comprehensive benefits package, please visit this link.

About World Vision 

We're a global Christian humanitarian organization. We partner with children, families, and their communities to empower them as they reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. For over 75 years, World Vision has followed Jesus' example to show unconditional love to the poor and oppressed. We serve every child regardless of faith. 

What Happens Next? 

Due to the high volume of applications, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an initial phone conversation with a recruiter. We encourage you to submit a PDF resume and a cover letter. Our goal is to fill this vacancy with the right person in the shortest amount of time.