Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Specialist (Arlington, VA)
Green Powered Technology (GPTech) is a global sustainable energy and infrastructure consulting firm passionate about engineering and energizing a sustainable future. We are a close-knit team of highly qualified technical and development professionals dedicated to making a lasting impact for realizing a sustainable future.
Providing comprehensive services for the entire project lifecycle, we deliver solutions to help clients save money, enhance operations, protect the environment, and achieve sustainable impacts. We are a trusted partner for delivering sustainable solutions through ongoing engagement and continuous improvement. GPTech is a signatory to the Global Compact and supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals with an emphasis on providing technical support in the areas of Affordable and Clean Energy; Climate Action; Sustainable Cities and Communities; Clean Water and Sanitation; and Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure.
As a small business, we are proud of our big results. After just 13 years in business, GPTech has successfully supported more than 100 projects for over 30 clients in over 65 countries, with no sign of slowing down. Today, we are one of the world’s leaders in employing innovative energy and engineering solutions to sustainably manage the earth’s resources and meet societal needs. Visit www.greenpoweredtechnology.com for more information.
About the Position:
GPTech is seeking a Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Specialist to support the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Infrastructure Field Support (IFS) II contract. The purpose of the IFS II project is to support USAID’s Center for Environment, Energy, and Infrastructure by providing engineering technical assistance to USAID Headquarters personnel in Washington, D.C., field missions, and other operating units for short-term assignments related to USAID’s infrastructure, engineering, and construction portfolio. GPTech provides infrastructure services including infrastructure planning, engineering design, construction supervision, and related support. GPTech provides technical support for all phases of an infrastructure project life-cycle—from inception to turnover. The MEL Specialist will report to the Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) – Operations. The MEL Specialist will be responsible for day-to-day oversight and management of project MEL staff, as well as ensuring consistent learning, knowledge sharing, and results coordinating throughout the activity cycles under IFS II.
This position is based in GPTech’s Arlington, Virginia, headquarters office. We work under a hybrid model and require this position to be in the office a minimum two days per week.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Thank you for applying and for your interest in Green Powered Technology. Only qualified candidates selected for further screening will be contacted. Candidates will be evaluated continuously. All are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as employment may be contingent upon a successful background check, security clearance, and/or customer approval.
The physical demands and work environment that are described in this position description are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
This position description is a summary of the essential functions and requirements of this position. This document is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties and requirements of the position; at any time, the employee’s manager may assign other duties as related, or as otherwise deemed appropriate and necessary, within the general scope of the role, without the need for additional compensation.
Green Powered Technology is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and encourages diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons, in all facets of the employment process. Green Powered Technology prohibits the discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, parental status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Providing comprehensive services for the entire project lifecycle, we deliver solutions to help clients save money, enhance operations, protect the environment, and achieve sustainable impacts. We are a trusted partner for delivering sustainable solutions through ongoing engagement and continuous improvement. GPTech is a signatory to the Global Compact and supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals with an emphasis on providing technical support in the areas of Affordable and Clean Energy; Climate Action; Sustainable Cities and Communities; Clean Water and Sanitation; and Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure.
As a small business, we are proud of our big results. After just 13 years in business, GPTech has successfully supported more than 100 projects for over 30 clients in over 65 countries, with no sign of slowing down. Today, we are one of the world’s leaders in employing innovative energy and engineering solutions to sustainably manage the earth’s resources and meet societal needs. Visit www.greenpoweredtechnology.com for more information.
About the Position:
GPTech is seeking a Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Specialist to support the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Infrastructure Field Support (IFS) II contract. The purpose of the IFS II project is to support USAID’s Center for Environment, Energy, and Infrastructure by providing engineering technical assistance to USAID Headquarters personnel in Washington, D.C., field missions, and other operating units for short-term assignments related to USAID’s infrastructure, engineering, and construction portfolio. GPTech provides infrastructure services including infrastructure planning, engineering design, construction supervision, and related support. GPTech provides technical support for all phases of an infrastructure project life-cycle—from inception to turnover. The MEL Specialist will report to the Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) – Operations. The MEL Specialist will be responsible for day-to-day oversight and management of project MEL staff, as well as ensuring consistent learning, knowledge sharing, and results coordinating throughout the activity cycles under IFS II.
This position is based in GPTech’s Arlington, Virginia, headquarters office. We work under a hybrid model and require this position to be in the office a minimum two days per week.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in the creation of the comprehensive project-level MEL action strategy and system, including the creation of output and outcome targets.
- Lead/oversee the review of the project management plans, providing technical support for implementing partners on the development of their MEL activities, such as reviewing reporting methods, carrying out training needs, and designing reporting tools.
- Lead the planning and coordination of performance and impact evaluations, operational research, assessments, evaluation design, and evaluation of capacity-building.
- Serve as a technical advisor on current and future MEL activities to ensure compliance and advancement of USAID development with respect to data collection.
- Oversee and directly contribute to the development and implementation of MEL tools and systems to improve ability to collect, interpret, and aggregate data that track tangible, measurable progress toward project results and the attainment of project objectives.
- Coordinate with technical teams and third parties (e.g., grantees, subcontractors) to establish data collection procedures to ensure timely MEL reporting.
- Design program learning plan; engage staff, government, partners, USAID, and other key stakeholders in identifying project learning opportunities.
- Evaluate obstacles in MEL within the context of the project/region and provide corrective recommendations to GPTech leadership.
- Provide high-quality and timely submission of all required project reports, including documentation of success stories, analysis of data for indicator calculation, and summary of learning agenda findings
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree or equivalent professional experience in social sciences, business, or related technical field
- 10–12 years of MEL experience, preferably with experience in international development projects
- Experience with monitoring and evaluation training and capacity-building
- Experience managing and executing MEL activities for donor-funded programs, including leading MEL teams in large international development programs and conducting quantitative and qualitative research in field-based positions
- Experience with all necessary computer, database, statistical software, and analytical skills, particularly as related to monitoring and evaluation
- Experience coordinating with governments, ministries, non-governmental organizations, and/or local communities for design and implementation of surveys and other data-collection techniques
- Demonstrated capability in MEL design and delivery, assessment, data analysis, visualization, knowledge management, management consulting, capacity-building, and/or training
- Demonstrated experience managing and implementing projects remotely and in insecure environments
Thank you for applying and for your interest in Green Powered Technology. Only qualified candidates selected for further screening will be contacted. Candidates will be evaluated continuously. All are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as employment may be contingent upon a successful background check, security clearance, and/or customer approval.
The physical demands and work environment that are described in this position description are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
This position description is a summary of the essential functions and requirements of this position. This document is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties and requirements of the position; at any time, the employee’s manager may assign other duties as related, or as otherwise deemed appropriate and necessary, within the general scope of the role, without the need for additional compensation.
Green Powered Technology is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and encourages diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons, in all facets of the employment process. Green Powered Technology prohibits the discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, parental status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This is a regular full time position