Monitoring and Evaluation Data Storytelling Associate

About Healing Fields Foundation

Healing Fields Foundation is a non-profit organization with a mission to build an eco-system that ensures access to affordable and quality healthcare for all, especially women from rural and resource-poor communities. Through our health management expertise, training and research methodology, we support organizations and people involved in the development and delivery of the entire healthcare ecosystem. We work in close partnership with community, service organizations, private agencies, government and semi-government sectors, and focus on access and affordability to quality health care as our primary objective. For further details on the organization’s work, please visit the website  www.healing-fields.org

Position: Monitoring and Evaluation Data Storytelling  Associate

We are looking for a skilled and strategic Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Data Storytelling Associate to join our team, bringing a strong focus on data communication, collaboration, and using data for strategic insight. In this role, you will support verbal and written communication of data generated through the monitoring and evaluation processes to amplify program impact and communicate outcomes effectively. You will also anchor external collaborations that utilise technology to improve data collection and analysis. This position requires a mix of analytical skills, storytelling capabilities, creative thinking around the use of technology, and a collaborative spirit, working closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure that data-driven insights guide our initiatives and reach our stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Storytelling & Reporting:

• Craft compelling narratives from data insights to communicate in verbal and written mediums the organization’s impact to various audiences, including donors, partners, and community stakeholders.
• Develop visually engaging content such as infographics, case studies, and multimedia stories to highlight key program achievements.

• External Representation & Partnerships:

• Represent the organization in external forums, specifically in M&E working groups, donor meetings, and strategy sessions, sharing program impact and key learnings.
• Engage with internal stakeholders to align on M&E metrics, address data requirements, and ensure mutual goals are met.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, acting as a bridge between senior management,  program implementation teams and external collaborators.

• Innovation and Technology

• Partner with external experts to introduce cutting-edge innovations and best practices in data capture and analysis.
• Stay updated on industry trends, particularly those intersecting rural health and technology.
• Bridge grassroots needs with technological advancements to deliver impactful, context-specific solutions.

• Strategic Planning & Capacity Building:

• Contribute to organizational goals by synthesizing data insights into actionable recommendations for program improvement and expansion.
• Provide training and support to all staff on M&E tools and storytelling techniques, fostering a culture of learning and data-driven decision-making.
• Promote the use of adaptive learning approaches by encouraging dialogue on evaluation findings and innovative solutions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, International Development, Communications, Epidemiology, Statistics, Public Policy, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in M&E, program evaluation, or impact assessment in a non-profit or NGO setting.
• Strong analytical thinking, with a talent for translating complex data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills, including the ability to present data in a compelling and accessible way.
• Experience with data visualization tools and software (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.
• Proficiency in M&E methodologies and tools, with familiarity in managing databases and data analysis software.
• Collaborative team player who can effectively engage with diverse stakeholders.
• High level of initiative, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and innovation.
• Commitment to the mission and values of the organization, with a passion for health impact and sustainable development.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our mission by enhancing data-driven decision-making and amplifying our impact through effective communication and collaboration.

Please email CV to hrd@healing-fields.org