Program Head - M&E | Development Sector

Company Description

Outline India is a data-driven research firm that specializes in primary data collection, M&E, and impact assessments to deliver ground-level insights for social impact. Partnering with various organizations, we enable evidence-based decisions that bridge the gap between communities and policy. Our experienced team works across sectors in India and parts of South Asia at different project stages.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Program Head in M&E | Development Sector located in Gurugram. The Program Head will be responsible for overseeing program management, analytical tasks, communication strategies, training initiatives, and ensuring high-quality customer service on various projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead design and implementation of M&E frameworks for programs across sectors.
• Oversee data collection, analysis, and reporting to measure impact and inform strategy.
• Develop tools, indicators, and processes for effective monitoring.
• Build capacity of teams and partners on M&E practices.
• Understand & Evaluate Impact Assessment and Theory of Change
• Ensure alignment with project goals, compliance, and sectoral standards.
• Supervise field teams on data collection, validation, and reporting.
• Monitor implementation quality and suggest course corrections.
• Strong analytical, visualization, and data interpretation skills.
• Driving evidence-based decision-making and measuring outcomes.

Qualifications

• Program Management and Analytical Skills
• Experience in intersectional frameworks, qualitative research, and outcome tracking
• 8+ years in M&E project setup
• Experience in M&E and development sector
• Excellent project management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Master's degree in a relevant field such as Social Sciences, Development Studies, Public Policy or similar