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MEL Associate | Udyogini

Posted 1 year ago

Reporting to Manager MEL/ State Program Manager based on location, Department – MEL & Research

About Us:

Udyogini means Woman Entrepreneur; the organization was established in 1992 to foster an environment for women’s economic empowerment through microentrepreneurships. Since then, Udyogini has been working with more than 50,000 aspiring women entrepreneurs from resource poor contexts at any given time. It enables them to acquire skills, resources and means to set up their enterprise so they earn a decent income. Lately, Udyogini has emerged as a leading NGO working to provide customized “Business Development Services” for rural women in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand and Uttarakhand through working on some selected otential product value chains like Lac, Poultry, Goat and high value agricultural crops. The value chain approach has enabled the organization to equip women in rural areas with the requisite skills and knowledge to enhance their income and social status. The youth in urban and rural areas are provided with self-employment and skill-based placements while other NGOs and Government projects have availed support from Udyogini for delivery of its business services.

Job Description/ Responsibilities:

The Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Associate will be responsible for developing the monitoring and evaluation plan for the project and the project log frame as well as monitoring the progress made by the project on an annual basis. The incumbent will assist the MEL manager in the evaluation of the impacts and effectiveness of the project by working with the team and incorporating M&E tools in project activities and coordinate with project staff to set targets and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Based on the results and data acquired from the year, the position will assist in planning the scope of work for the coming year and make recommendations to ensure the targets set by donors are achieved. The MEL Associate will also collect detailed data of the project activities and will store them in a readily available format for the project stakeholders. In addition to data collection and analysis, the MEL Associate will also assist the manager in maintaining positive relations with donors and partners. The main responsibilities of the M&E Associate will include: 1. Development of the MEL plan for the project 2. Development of weekly activity bulletins to be sent to the donors and provide a monthly compilation of activity bulletins to all the states. 3. Prepare quarterly reports on work plan progress and activity and monitor deliverables and impact of the project. 4. Develop and maintain a database of key performance indicators for the project and monitor progress and success. 5. Develop and maintain MEL tools which are capable of capturing the necessary information for KPIs 6. Travel for MEL related activities such as evaluation, case-study development or feasibility assessment 7. Perform other duties as may be assigned including but not limited to responsibilities for managing related project components and contributing to the project team as and when needed

Qualifications, Experience And Competencies

1. University degree in Business or Public Administration, Economics, Statistics, Management, or a related field. Professional certificate in Project Management and MEL related topics are highly advantageous. 2. Minimum 1+ years of relevant experience in developing and implementing M&E tools, systems report mechanisms, at the national level is preferred, however freshers interested in the research domain are encouraged to apply. 3. Experience with impact assessments, results-based monitoring and reporting, qualitative and quantitative analysis and research are essential 4. Demonstrated experience in the use of M&E tools, research and statistical analysis, and web-based networking platforms and content management applications. 5. Proficient in the use of office application (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint), including web-based systems Compensation Offered: Negotiable based on years of experience and education Location: New Delhi, Raipur, Chamoli (Uttarakhand) Period Of Contract: Fixed Contract (with six-month probation period

What We Offer:

Udyogini is deeply committed to fostering a workplace culture that is both humane and supportive. We take great pride in acknowledging and celebrating the hard work and dedication of our team members who strive to uplift marginalized rural women. As a ground zero for upcoming development professionals, we encourage close collaboration and shared leadership, providing executives with opportunities to learn, grow, and lead while receiving invaluable mentorship from seasoned professionals with years of experience in the sector. Despite being a small team, we are rapidly growing, and our workplace culture is brimming with opportunities for learning and personal development. We offer the best compensation packages in the industry, particularly within the grassroots landscape. At Udyogini, you can expect to work in a supportive environment that embraces intersectional feminist principles, with generous leave policies that enable our team members to balance their personal and professional lives.

How To Apply

Please refer to the JD to understand the full role description and person specification. To apply for the role please send your CV, a brief covering letter outlining your suitability and motivations for applying; and 3 writing samples (of your own) to hr@udyogini.org . Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis so interested candidates are encouraged to apply early.

General Information

1. Candidates are advised that they should not furnish any particulars or information that are false, tampered / fabricated or should not suppress any material information while applying. In case it is detected at any stage that a candidate does not fulfil any of the eligibility criteria for the post applied for and / or that s/he has furnished any incorrect information or has suppressed any material fact(s), her/his candidature will stand cancelled. If any of these shortcomings is/ are detected even after the appointment, her/ his services are liable to be terminated; 2. Selection would be by way of written test/ personal interview to be held online/ offline before the Selection Committee. The organization will undertake a preliminary screening of the applications for preparing, if necessary, a shortlist of eligible candidates to be called for written test/interview. Thus, merely fulfilling the requirements laid down in the advertisement would not automatically entitle any candidate to be called for interview. The date of interview will be advised to the shortlisted candidates in due course; 3. Candidates selected for the position has to produce all certificates in original for verification of their age, educational qualification, category, experience details, etc. at the time of joining or as and when desired by Udyogini. Failure to produce the same shall render the candidate ineligible for the recruitment process; 4. Udyogini reserves right to fill / not to fill the above positions at any stage of the process; 5. Decision taken by the committee in connection with the selection process will be final and binding.

Contact Information

For any queries, please reach out to - Deepak Kumar, HR Associate, Udyogini Contact no – 79823 85759 Email- deepakkumar@udyogini.org

Job Features

Job Category	MEL & Research
Experience	Minimum 1 year as a MEL Associate
Location	New Delhi, Raipur, Chamoli (Uttarakhand)

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