Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Officer (International Development)

TL;DR

Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Officer (International Development): Implementing and maintaining the MEL system for the Katalis Phase 2 program with an accent on data collection, verification, and performance reporting. Focus on operationalizing GEDSI-responsive monitoring processes and providing evidence-based insights for adaptive management.

Location: Hybrid; must maintain an in-office presence in Indonesia for the majority of the working week (minimum 3 days per week)

Company

hirify.global is a global consulting firm that works with governments, businesses, and investors to solve the world's most pressing challenges through collaborative models and systemic approaches.

What you will do

• Implement and operate the program MEL system, including the results framework, indicators, and reporting requirements.
• Coordinate routine data collection and verification from program activities and KBPF grantees.
• Maintain MEL datasets, trackers, and dashboards to ensure data integrity and user-friendly retrieval.
• Produce performance summaries and data visualizations for internal management and DFAT reporting.
• Document learning outcomes from reflection sessions and after-action reviews to strengthen adaptive management.
• Track and report on GEDSI and safeguards-related monitoring requirements, ensuring appropriate data disaggregation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Public Policy, Development Studies, Statistics, or Social Sciences.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in MEL or program performance roles within development programs.
• Experience working with donor-funded programs, preferably DFAT-funded or DFAT-aligned.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Bahasa Indonesia.
• Strong data literacy and proficiency in Excel or digital MEL systems, databases, and visualization tools.
• Ability to maintain a hybrid in-office presence in Indonesia.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible work practices to enhance wellbeing, productivity, and team culture.
• Strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workforce.
• Opportunity to contribute to a high-impact bilateral partnership between the governments of Australia and Indonesia.
• Exposure to inclusive, climate-smart business models and economic engagement strategies.