Senior Advisor, Monitoring, Evaluation, Research & Learning – MERL

Save the Children US

. Lead monitoring, evaluation, research, and learning systems for Save the Children’s workforce development and strengthening portfolio .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $119,425 - $133,475 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in monitoring, evaluation, research, and learning (MERL) systems, with a strong focus on data collection, analysis, and reporting. Proficient in developing frameworks and tools that enhance program effectiveness and compliance with federal reporting requirements.

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Data Collection Instruments DevelopmentAdvanced Logic Model DesignQuantitative And Qualitative AnalysisFederal Performance ReportingData Privacy And Protection Practices

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisProgram MonitoringEvaluation DesignReporting ProcessesIndicator FrameworksMixed-Methods EvaluationsData VisualizationSurvey DevelopmentIRB Protocol SubmissionData Standards

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailPrioritizationCoaching And LeadershipCommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

CaspioSurveyMonkeyMicrosoft FormsPower BITableauWIPSRSTATASalesforceDPIA

Industry Keywords

Workforce DevelopmentChildcare SectorApprenticeship PathwaysCareer Development ProgramsData Protection Impact AssessmentU.S. Department Of LaborRegistered Apprenticeship ReportingGrant Performance ReportingEthics Review BoardCommunity Finance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Tableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead monitoring, evaluation, research, and learning systems for Save the Children’s workforce development and strengthening portfolio
Build indicator frameworks, data standards, reporting processes, dashboards, and learning systems across multiple initiatives
Coordinate with workforce and state teams to verify data-reporting accuracy
Manage program data systems and collection tools, including Caspio, SurveyMonkey, and Microsoft Forms
Transfer program data into federal reporting systems and document data sources, dashboards, and update processes
Lead federal performance reporting, including quarterly WORC reporting through the U.S. Department of Labor’s WIPS system
Ensure registered apprenticeship reporting requirements through RAPIDS are understood, implemented, and monitored for data quality
Manage grantee and funder reporting processes, including final reports, reach numbers, indicator definitions, and measurement reviews
Serve as MERL reviewer for new grants and provide data trends and research to strengthen reporting narratives
Design and manage mixed-methods evaluations using quantitative and qualitative approaches
Develop and maintain logic models and results frameworks
Lead analysis of participant and network surveys and translate results into actionable findings
Manage research protocols and submissions to Save the Children’s Ethics Review Board (IRB)
Support data privacy and Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) processes
Advise program teams and senior leadership, translating evidence into practical program decisions
Support grant proposals and new program development with MERL frameworks, theory of change, indicators, and data architecture
Advise on AI-enabled tools and emerging initiatives, including CDFIs and community finance
Train, develop, coach, lead, and supervise staff

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
At least 7 years of relevant experience
Advanced logic model and evaluation design skills
Experience in data collection, program monitoring, analysis, reporting, and visualization
Strong quantitative and qualitative skills, including data analysis, synthesis, and recommendations
Experience developing data collection instruments, including surveys, interview protocols, and program monitoring and evaluation tools
Experience drafting institutional review board (IRB) protocol submissions
Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to prioritize work with competing deadlines
Professional proficiency in MS Office suite
Professional proficiency in spoken and written English
Willingness and ability to travel up to 5% domestically
Preferred: Experience with R, STATA, Power BI, and/or Tableau
Preferred: Experience with U.S. Department of Labor grant performance reporting systems (e.g., WIPS, RAPIDS)
Preferred: Familiarity with data privacy and protection practices, including Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA)
Preferred: Familiarity with Salesforce-based systems
Preferred: Experience with childcare or early childcare workforce development in the US, including workforce credentialing, apprenticeship pathways, or career development programs for the childcare sector

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible schedules
Generous PTO
11 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays
Hybrid working opportunities
Competitive health care, dental and vision coverage for you and your family
Paid caregiver, parental/adoption, critical child illness and fertility leaves/benefits
Annual merit increases and/or additional incentives for eligible employees
Retirement savings plan with employer contributions after one year
15 safety and wellness days annually; prorated to 8 days if hired on or after July 1
Mental health benefits and support through Calm and company-hosted events
Employee Assistance Program with free and confidential assessments, short-term counseling, referrals, and follow-up services
Internal and external learning and development opportunities
Mentorships