The World at Abt

　　Solving the world’s most pressing issues and improving the quality of life for people worldwide is what we do every day at Abt Associates. Creating a more equitable world is no small task, but we are driven by big challenges.

　　We are a team of 4,000+ people in over 50 countries working in unison and focused on the bigger picture. Only by sharing our commitment, energy, and innovation do we affect change and push the boundaries of what’s possible. We welcome diverse ideas, backgrounds, and viewpoints – joining Abt means access to exceptional thinkers at the top of their game.

　　To thrive at Abt is to embrace flexibility and collaboration. Our open culture allows you to balance your work and personal life as needed to optimize personal well-being. Creating a more equitable world starts from within – we look after people around the world, and we’ll do the same for you.

　　Ready to embrace rewarding and meaningful work? Now’s your chance.

　　The Opportunity

　　The purpose of the Caribbean Resilient Economies and Sectors Activity is to reduce constraints to climate and disaster finance, and increase investments in climate and disaster resilience across priority sectors. The Capacity strengthening and MECLA Specialist is responsible for effectively monitoring and surveilling indicator data. They will ensure that capacity strengthening and learning activities contribute to replicating and scaling up successful interventions.

　　As the MECLA Specialist, you will be responsible for leading and managing the key monitoring evaluation and learning aspects of the RESET project. You will work closely with the Abt home office, USAID teams in DC and at local missions, the Chief of Party, other project staff, and representatives from other USAID implementing partner operated activities and international donor stakeholders to ensure that USAID’s assistance is country-led and informed by empirical evidence, analysis, and best practice to advance countries’ priorities.

　　Core Responsibilities

　　Direct the Project Team in managing MECLA activities and reporting for the project.

　　Support Embedded Experts and Resilience Leads to develop capacity strengthening interventions and facilitate knowledge sharing to inform Caribbean RESET activities and disseminate lessons learned.

　　Directly support capacity strengthening work to support target countries in designing, implementing, and monitoring their obligations.

　　Develop the project’s Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning (MEL) structure and systems to facilitate and ensure all project awards collect and report on impact, output, outcome and program management indicators. This includes standardized reporting, performance monitoring, and evaluation for the project, and integrating performance data into program management and adaption plans.

　　Lead the operation of the project’s MEL systems including preparation of internal and external MEL reports.

　　Provide oversight for the collection of and reporting on impact, output, outcome and program management indicators.

　　Regularly review data collection processes, perform data quality assessments, and make adjustments as needed.

　　Analyze project Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) data for benchmarking and to identify trends and outliers.

　　Support Technical Leads to observe Activity interventions and outcomes and share insights from monitoring data.

　　Guide the development and distribution of meaningful strategic communication/advocacy tools and products, drawing from M&E data.

　　Participate in strategic planning and work planning meetings.

　　Ensure clear communications with clients and stakeholders about project activities and accomplishments.

　　Interact directly and on a regular basis with USAID to coordinate program direction and ensure strategic alignment, collaborative learning, and successful adaptive management.

　　What We Value

　　Bachelor’s Degree + 5 years of relevant experience, or master’s degree + 3 years of relevant experience, or PhD + 0 years of relevant experience.

　　At least 5 years of experience working on M&E methods for USAID projects. Experience managing M&E for a global program is highly preferred.

　　Familiarity with key climate resilience indicators such as the GCC standard indicators.

　　Proven capacity to communicate M&E data in accessible and engaging ways – experience in innovative visualization of results highly preferred.

　　Demonstrated expertise and experience in data utilization strategies and ability to identify innovative data sharing techniques.

　　Solid analytical skills and ability to use MS Office, SPSS/STATA, qualitative analysis packages, and MS Excel.

　　Demonstrated progressive experience as a M&E Specialist, or similar senior MECLA role on a multi-year, multi-country USAID project of similar, scope, and complexity to the RESET project.

　　M&E experience in at least one of the following: climate adaptation, environment, agriculture, and food security, and/or climate policy planning and implementation.

　　Demonstrated ability to work and coordinate effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders including USAID DC-based team, senior Mission personnel, embassy officials and other local in-country stakeholders.

　　Bachelor’s or advanced degree in international development, environmental policy, climate change adaption, political science, sociology, economics, statistics, business, public administration, organizational development, communications, or related field.

　　Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills, including the ability to manage relationships and motivate staff.

　　Ability to multi-task and strong teamwork skills.

　　Fluency in written and spoken English required.

　　This position is full-time (100%) and reports to the Chief of Party for RESET.

　　What We Offer

　　We foster an environment where you can Thrive Your Way. Our innovative total rewards programs are designed to help balance your work and personal life. The approach toward your wellbeing centers around comprehensive benefits and professional development.

　　Abt Global, Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.

　　Disclaimer: Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.

　　Around the world, vulnerable populations face an array of complex problems. At Abt, we’re committed to making fundamental societal change in these disproportionately affected communities. We help wherever we’re needed. Here, you’ll collaborate with an international network of talented colleagues as you design and implement solutions for critical health, climate, economic, and governance issues. In partnership with local and indigenous communities you will help to improve lives and livelihood. All the while having the support and encouragement of leaders who always put your career and wellbeing first. Come make a World of Difference with us.

　　At Abt Associates, our commitment to creating a more equitable society for populations around the world starts from within. We understand how communities can flourish when people are given the right resources and support, and at Abt we continuously strive to cultivate a culture where there are no barriers to personal and professional fulfilment. Our welcoming and inclusive environment, our stance on employee wellbeing and flexibility, our deliberate approach towards expanding our talent representation, and our Employee Networking Groups are just some of the ways we ensure that everyone at Abt can thrive. With an eye towards continuous improvement, we know there’s always more to be done. And we’re set on doing it.