Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Specialist - Transaction Advisory in African Frontier Markets CrossBoundary Investment Advisory  Location It is required that the candidate be based in Africa, with Accra, Addis Ababa, Cotonou, Dakar, Freetown,  Kinshasa, Lagos, Monrovia and London being preferred locations. About the Firm Founded in 2011, CrossBoundary is a mission-driven investment firm dedicated to unlocking the power of capital to make substantial returns while creating a lasting difference in frontier markets. We provide investment advisory services and have developed specialized expertise in unleashing investment across various sectors in fragile and frontier markets. Our clients include governments, development finance institutions, private equity firms, Fortune 100 companies, and research institutions. Our investment platforms, CrossBoundary Energy, CrossBoundary Access, The Fund For Nature, and CrossBoundary Real Estate, directly finance projects to bring cheaper, cleaner, and more reliable electricity, provide capital for nature-based solutions, as well as education infrastructure, to developing countries. Anchoring the Group’s work in the renewable energy sector, CrossBoundary Energy is currently active in more than 10 African countries and has a portfolio of over US$100 million of renewable energy projects for commercial and industrial clients across the continent. CrossBoundary Access uses blended finance and an innovative project financing structure to unlock capital for mini-grids with a mission to bring electricity for the first time to more than 170,000 people.  Learn more at www.crossboundary.com. About the Program The Africa Resilience Investment Accelerator (ARIA) is an initiative of development finance institutions to promote investment in frontier markets. The program focuses on fostering economic growth through strategic investments and technical assistance. A CrossBoundary team of investment advisors works on the ground in Benin, DRC, Ethiopia, Liberia and Sierra Leone to identify and develop a robust pipeline of investment opportunities. Who You Are + A self-starter passionate about creating lasting change in frontier markets. + Willing to take on new challenges, even without prior experience or direct supervision. + Comfortable working and living in sometimes challenging environments. + Adaptable to changing contexts and comfortable with ambiguity Job Description CrossBoundary (CB) is currently looking to hire a qualified Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Specialist on a part-time basis. This role is critical for assessing the impact and effectiveness of our technical assistance (TA) and investment projects in Benin, the DRC, Ethiopia, Liberia, Sierra Leone. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing MEL frameworks and processes. Primary Responsibilities + M&E Systems: Develop and implement M&E frameworks and systems for CrossBoundary’s ARIA mandate in Benin, the DRC, Ethiopia, Liberia, Sierra Leone, ensuring alignment with client requirements and program goals. + Data Management: Oversee quantitative and qualitative data collection, analysis, and visualization using tools like Excel, SPSS, Stata, R, Power BI, and Tableau. + Reporting: Prepare and present detailed reports for donors and stakeholders, including data insights and recommendations. + Learning: Document and disseminate lessons learned and best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. + Training: Provide training and capacity-building activities for staff and partners on M&E methodologies and tools. + Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with clients, partners, and beneficiaries, incorporating their input into M&E activities. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, or related field. A Master’s degree or is preferred. Experience: Proven experience in Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning in an international development or investment context. Understanding of investment dynamics in frontier markets and development finance institutions (DFIs) is preferable. Fluency in English is required. Skills: Technical M&E Skills: + Expertise in designing and implementing M&E frameworks and systems. + Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and visualization tools (e.g., SPSS, Stata, R, Power BI, Tableau). + Knowledge of impact evaluation methodologies and best practices. Project Management: + Strong project management skills, including planning, budgeting, and timeline management. + Experience with donor reporting requirements and compliance. Analytical Research and Communication Skills: +  Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and generate insights. +   Experience in drafting clear and concise reports and presentations. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Learning and Adaptation: + Skills in knowledge management and fostering a learning culture. + Experience in documenting and sharing lessons learned and best practices. Application Process Interested candidates should apply by August 14th, 2024. In your cover letter, please describe your experience managing projects and your approach in coordinating projects in frontier markets. Think you have what it takes but not sure you check every box? Research shows that while men apply to roles when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women often only apply when they meet every requirement. If you’re passionate about what we’re building, apply! We want to hear from you.   Equal Opportunity Employer CrossBoundary is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements in the country where we operate. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to our Team on  recruiting@crossboundary.com (human.resources@crossboundary.com) . Powered by JazzHR