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Abt Global Inc. M&E/CLA Director, Cambodia Employ (Proposal) in Phnom Penh, Cambodia
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. Creating a more equitable world is no small task, but we are driven by big challenges.
We are a team of 3,000+ 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 Employ Activity will equip Cambodia’s emerging workforce with job skills tailored to sectors that will drive inclusive economic growth and diversification over the coming decade. Working with local partners such as NGOs, private businesses, universities, and vocational training institutions, Employ will improve the capabilities of women and youth in science, technology, and innovation, concentrating on areas like the green economy, STEM-related fields, digital technology, and manufacturing, among others.
As the Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)/Collaborating, Learning & Adapting (CLA) Director, you will oversee the monitoring, evaluation, and adaptive learning aspects of the Employ Activity. Responsibilities will include designing and implementing the M&E/CLA Plan, facilitating the effective and continuous use of data for decision-making, and ensuring the project meets or exceeds its targets and achieves results. Additionally, you will lead the project's collaboration, learning, and adaptation agenda, as well as any operational research studies or assessments. The position will provide primary support to the team for timely and high-quality reporting of all M&E/CLA, research, and assessment data. Substantial experience in managing and implementing M&E/CLA initiatives is essential. The candidate must also have a successful track record in fostering a culture of collaborative learning, along with strong data analysis and writing skills.
Core Responsibilities
Oversees the development and implementation of a comprehensive M&E/CLA Plan that guides the effective and continuous use of data for programming decisions at all levels.
Develops and oversees the project’s collaboration, learning and adaptation (CLA) agenda and any operational research studies or assessments undertaken by the project.
Directly supervises and manages the performance of M&E/CLA staff.
Provides coaching and support to local partners and grantees to co-create and lead distinct M&E/CLA activities.
Closely collaborates with the COP and DCOP to monitor project performance and results, ensuring alignment with results-oriented indicators, high quality deliverables, and timely, relevant reporting that informs program adaptations.
Cultivates strong, practical and inclusive M&E/CLA leadership and capacity building efforts to promote routine reporting, data-informed approaches, and engagement of Cambodian stakeholders, including local organizations, universities, TVETs, the private sector, and particularly youth and women.
Oversees development of quantitative and qualitative data collection tools, ensures data collection integrity, data quality, and security standards (including cyber safeguarding), and conducts periodic internal quality checks to verify the accuracy of project reported data.
Supports and oversees the design and implementation of needs-based operational research, evaluations, or assessments.
Leads preparation of all program reporting requirements and lead the development of learning products for information sharing with appropriate stakeholders.
What We Value
Minimum of a Master’s Degree in education, business administration, international development, public policy or other relevant field.
Minimum of ten years of relevant professional experience (or Bachelor's and twelve years) in monitoring, evaluation, and adaptive learning and research in economic growth, workforce development, youth employment or higher education sectors, with progressively increasing level of responsibility; experience with USAID-funded activities preferred.
Demonstrated expertise in rigorous quantitative research and analytical methods, some experience with qualitative research; firm command of M&E/CLA in the Cambodian environment.
Demonstrated hands-on practical experience setting up and managing M&E/CLA systems for USAID or other donor programs in the sectors mentioned above.
Strong interpersonal skills, initiative, good judgment, demonstrated team leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
Extensive experience in knowledge management and dissemination of results and research findings.
Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, statistical software).
Must be fluent in English, with strong oral, written communication, and presentations skills.
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 provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.
Disclaimer: Abt will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.
Abt is committed to creating a safe and inclusive work environment. All offers of employment will be subject to appropriate background checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Abt also participates in the Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (https://misconduct-disclosure-scheme.org/) . In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Around the world, vulnerable populations face an array of complex problems. At Abt Global, 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, 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.