Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Associate

The MEL Associate will play a crucial role in enhancing Matis impact measurement systems, ESG tracking, and organizational learning. This position focuses on impact assessment, ensuring data-driven decision-making, and delivering credible reports for stakeholders, investors, and certification bodies. It involves active field engagement, thorough data analysis, report preparation, and close collaboration with the Business Excellence team. Key Responsibilities: You will lead the comprehensive review and enhancement of Matis Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning approach, which includes: - Updating and refining Matis Theory of Change to align with evolving priorities, carbon removal goals, and farmer impact pathways. - Reviewing and revising impact indicators to ensure measurability, relevance, and alignment with ESG standards. - Upgrading and standardizing data collection tools for accuracy, consistency, and ease of field use. - Evaluating and enhancing data systems for secure, accessible, and real-time tracking and analysis. - Integrating digital solutions for impact monitoring, analytics, and reporting. - Planning and overseeing external evaluations of programs, projects, and ESG performance. - Generating clear, data-driven reports for leadership, partners, investors, and certification bodies. - Developing and maintaining carbon accounting protocols for operations and interventions. - Synthesizing and disseminating findings, evidence, and lessons to internal and external audiences. - Establishing governance and accountability mechanisms for MEL activities with senior leadership and Board oversight. - Engaging directly with field teams and stakeholders to ensure data relevance and usability. - Ensuring that MEL processes inform decision-making and foster continuous improvement. Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Agriculture, Development Studies, Statistics, or a related field (Master's degree preferred). - 3-5 years of experience in Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL), impact assessment, or sustainability roles. - Demonstrated expertise 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 such as Excel, Power BI, or equivalent. - Experience in field-based data collection, 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.,