Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Manager at Life Spring Development Foundation (LSDF)

Role Summary

• The MEL Manager will lead the design, implementation, and oversight of LSDF's monitoring, evaluation, and learning systems.
• This role ensures that program performance is tracked, data is translated into actionable insights, and leaming is embedded across all levels of implementation.
• The Manager will provide technical leadership to LSDF staff, implementing partners, and government stakeholders, ensuring that MEL systems are robust, responsive, and aligned with donor expectations and national health priorities.
• The MEL Manager will report to the Head of Programmes and work closely with Project teams, Finance and Grant Manager, and external consultants / specialists.
• This role will directly oversee and supervise the MEL Coordinator.

Qualification and Experience

• Master's Degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Statistics, Demography, Health Informatics, or a related quantitative discipline. A Ph.D level qualification or candidate will be a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in MEL roles within health or development programs with a national or international development agency is required.
• Proven experience in program design, performance monitoring, and data analysis in development / CSOVINGO setting is required.
• Strong ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Experience preparing professional reports, presentations, and policy briefs.
• Deep understanding of MEL systems, public health programming, and SRHR indicators.
• Familiarity with Nigerian health systems, CHIPS program, and national data platforms.
• Knowledge of donor MEL policies, practice and procedure.
• Strong analytical and interpretive skills, with proficiency in Excel, SPSS, STATA, or R.
• Ability to plan, execute complex MEL activities independently and analyze both qualitative data will be a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Capacity to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.
• Strong capacity building and presentation skills are required.