Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning and Adaptation Experts, United States

 

About Palladium:

Palladium is a global firm dedicated to creating positive impacts on people's lives and livelihoods worldwide. We strive to enhance access to essential services like health, water, power, and infrastructure, while fostering enduring, sustainable institutions and market systems. Our work extends across more than ninety countries, with a diverse workforce of 4,000 individuals representing various religions, races, languages, and gender identities.

This Opportunity:

Palladium is expanding our pool of talented international Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning, and Adaptation (MELA) Specialists. These specialists will offer technical expertise and training in all aspects of performance monitoring, evaluation, learning, and adaptation within the development sector. The focus areas include Democratic Growth and Governance, Education, Economic Growth, Energy and the Environment, Health, WASH, and cross-cutting topics such as gender inclusivity, locally led development, organizational development, and training.

Location:

Assignments are primarily located in countries where USAID operates. Some positions may be based in Washington, D.C. Consultants can work from various locations, but please note that Palladium does not provide visa sponsorship.

Reporting and Supervision:

Technical Experts will report to the Senior Director of the Center of Technical Excellence or the Chief of Party of the Task Order assignment.

Illustrative Assignments Include:

• Developing MELA frameworks and performance monitoring plans.
• Leading evaluations and assessments to measure performance and impact.
• Advising missions and partners on MELA activities and integrating lessons learned for continuous improvement.
• Providing technical assistance on knowledge management systems and documenting program successes and challenges for program adaptation.

Key Competencies Required:

• Educational background in development, social science, economics, or related fields; a doctoral degree is advantageous.
• Proven experience in leading USAID MELA initiatives with demonstrated results.
• Expertise in quantitative and qualitative methodologies, data collection, analysis, and report writing.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team and high emotional intelligence.
• Proficiency in English required; knowledge of French or Spanish is beneficial.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion:

Palladium is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds to promote innovation, creativity, and success. We ensure equal and fair treatment for all applicants and employees, regardless of socio-economic background, age, race, gender identity, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, veteran status, or Indigenous identity.

Safeguarding:

Safeguarding is integral to our commitment to protecting our people, clients, and communities from harm. We conduct thorough due diligence processes and safeguarding-focused interviews to ensure that all candidates are treated with respect and are free from abuse.