The MEL and Data Systems Manager role is a hands-on, systems-oriented position for someone who enjoys building practical tools, strengthening data quality, and helping diverse teams use data with confidence.
Why High Performers Love This Role (Implied Responsibilities and Impact)
- Real ownership: You shape organization-wide Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) data systems used across a global portfolio.
- High visibility: Your work directly supports leadership decision-making, learning, and proposals.
- Practical impact: Focus on usability and adoption—not over-engineered frameworks.
- Collaborative influence: Lead through partnership in a mission-driven, matrixed organization.
- Room to grow: Continuous learning, professional development, and a solid benefits package.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful candidates will bring the following skills and qualifications to IREX:
- Bachelor’s degree.
- 8+ years of progressive experience in MEL, data management, or a related field.
- Proven experience managing or supporting quantitative data systems (databases, dashboards, large datasets).
- Strong data skills using tools such as Excel, Power BI, Tableau, Airtable, or similar.
- Experience supporting distributed teams with varying levels of MEL and data literacy.
- Excellent communication skills—able to explain data clearly to non-technical audiences.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- A practical, problem-solving mindset focused on implementation and usability.
- Comfortable in matrixed environments, influencing via collaboration vs. authority.
