Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Associate

Role Overview

The MEL Associate will play a key role in strengthening Matis impact measurement systems, ESG tracking, and organizational learning. This is an impact-focused position responsible for reviewing and upgrading our current MEL framework, ensuring data-driven decision-making, and providing credible reporting for stakeholders, investors, and certification bodies. The role involves extensive field engagement, rigorous data analysis, report preparation, and close collaboration with the Business Excellence team

Key Responsibilities:

The MEL Associate will lead a comprehensive review and enhancement of Matis Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning approach, including but not limited to:

• Update and refine 

  Mati’s Theory of Change

   to align with evolving priorities, carbon removal goals, and farmer impact pathways.
• Review and revise 

  impact indicators

   to ensure they are measurable, relevant, and ESG-aligned.
• Upgrade and standardize 

  data collection tools

   for accuracy, consistency, and ease of field use.
• Evaluate and improve 

  data systems

   for secure, accessible, and real-time tracking and analysis.
• Integrate 

  digital solutions

   for impact monitoring, analytics, and reporting.
• Plan and manage 

  external evaluations

   of programs, projects, and ESG performance.
• Produce 

  clear, data-driven reports

   for leadership, partners, investors, and certification bodies.
• Develop and maintain 

  carbon accounting protocols

   for operations and interventions.
• Synthesize and share 

  findings, evidence, and lessons

   with internal and external audiences.
• Establish 

  governance and accountability mechanisms

   for MEL activities with senior leadership and Board oversight.
• Engage directly with 

  field teams and stakeholders

   to ensure data relevance and usability.
• Ensure MEL processes 

  inform decision-making

   and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Agriculture, Development Studies, Statistics, or related field(Masters preferred).
• 3-5 years in Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL), impact assessment, or sustainability roles.
• Proven experience in data analysis and producing high-quality analytical reports.
• Strong understanding of MEL frameworks, indicator design, and data collection methods.
• Familiarity with ESG frameworks (e.g., GRI, UN SDGs) and sustainability reporting.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, Power BI, or equivalent).
• Field-based data collection experience, preferably in rural or agriculture projects.
• Excellent written communication and presentation skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% of the time, including to rural and international project sites.