Overview
The MEL Intern will support the effective design of upcoming EOF programmes, monitor the execution of the evaluation strategy, and contribute to the production of knowledge and evidence.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide administrative and coordination support to the procurement of external evaluators and research firms.
- Assist in developing evaluation methodologies, protocols and frameworks.
- Help research appropriate measurement tools and indicators for program metrics.
- Support the design of programs’ learning agendas and sustainability frameworks.
- Participate in and help prepare for MEL discussions with relevant stakeholders.
- Support the MEL Lead to identify MEL-related learning opportunities across programs.
- Support MEL and sustainability-related activities across EOF’s programs.
- Support the sharing of evidence, findings and lessons learned with program partners.
- Assist with the production and dissemination of external knowledge products.
- Assist with documenting EOF’s evaluation and MEL approach across programs.
- Support adherence to data protection requirements.
Required Experience
- Exposure to research, evaluation or education work - for example through professional or volunteer experience, internships, or academic projects.
- Desired: Professional experience in education, research, or evaluation-based roles. Exposure to or coursework in research design and mixed-methods impact evaluations, including qualitative process evaluation methods. Familiarity with Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) frameworks, methodologies and tools, including impact evaluations and performance monitoring. Previous experience or familiarity with adaptation, validation and psychometric analysis of measurement tools in education or another related field. Experience working in complex contexts and managing competing priorities from different stakeholders Demonstrated interest in evaluation, education, skills-for-employment, international development and/or innovative finance, or similar.
Qualifications
Currently enrolled in, or have recently completed (within 3 years prior to the application date of the internship) a Bachelor/Master’s/Ph.D. Relevant degree subjects include education, evaluation, economics, developmental studies, political science, international development, or a related field.
