Coordinator / Sr Officer MERA

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About the Organization

It has been a rewarding sixteen years since we embarked on our mission to equip economically disadvantaged children and youth with education and foundational skills, galvanising them towards a better future. Our ‘Inch Wide Mile Deep’ approach, home-grown projects focussed on quality education for the low-income segment have been instrumental in shaping the success of our projects across India. KEF’s approach is primarily three-pronged–

• holistic interventions with children and educators in school,
• equitable scholarships for higher studies, and
• vocational education and skills training for livelihood.

Strengthening school leadership and teacher capacity building, creating a digital ecosystem and learning environment in schools, equipping middle school students with confidence and skills of communicative English, upskilling teachers to provide Foundational Literacy & Numeracy skills, and supporting districts in building and running Model Schools – these are key interventions run by KEF. KEF launched the Kotak Kanya Scholarship in 2021 to offer financial and academic support to meritorious girl students in pursuit of higher education from all over India. Kotak Junior Scholarship supports meritorious students from the Mumbai Metropolitan Region in pursuing 11th and 12th standards. KEF’s Vocational Education & Livelihood Project upskills unemployed youth from economically weaker sections of society and coaches them in domain know-how, the basics of IT and spoken English, life skills and personality development. It ensures placements for all eligible participants so they can stride with confidence into any professional sphere.

Job Description

The Coordinator / Officer – MERA will be responsible for the day-to-day execution of monitoring, evaluation, research, and assessment activities across KEF’s programs. The role requires strong data management skills, coordination with project teams and partners, and timely reporting to ensure evidence-based decision-making. This position is crucial for maintaining data quality and ensuring that MERA systems and processes are implemented effectively on the ground.

Job Responsibilities

Monitoring & Data Management

• Support implementation of MERA frameworks, tools, and processes across projects.
• Collect, validate, and manage high-quality data from multiple sources (field teams, schools, partners).
• Maintain indicator tracking sheets, dashboards, and databases with accuracy and timeliness.
• Conduct regular field monitoring visits to ensure data quality and provide feedback to teams.

Analysis & Reporting

• Assist in data analysis (quantitative and qualitative) and generate insights for program teams.
• Support in preparation of periodic reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Track progress against program indicators and highlight gaps or emerging trends.

Systems & Processes

• Provide support in automating MERA processes and digitizing data collection systems.
• Ensure adherence to standardized definitions, checklists, and reporting formats across projects.
• Support in preparing documentation such as process notes, operational guidelines, and training materials.

Capacity Building & Coordination

• Conduct training and orientation sessions for project staff on data collection tools and reporting formats.
• Provide ongoing handholding support to project teams to ensure effective use of MERA systems.
• Collaborate with program teams and external partners to ensure timely flow of information and alignment of reporting.

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Management, Statistics, Economics, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or related field.
• Formal training in Monitoring & Evaluation or data management is an advantage.

Years of Experience:

• 2–3 years of experience in monitoring & evaluation, data management, or research roles.
• Experience working with large datasets, education programs, or development sector projects preferred.

Work Skills:

• Proficiency in MS Excel and Google Sheets; ability to manage and analyze data effectively.
• Familiarity with digital data collection platforms (Google forms, SurveyCTO).
• Knowledge of data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, or Google Data Studio) is an added advantage.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English for reporting and coordination.

Other Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and coordination skills to work across teams.
• Willingness to travel to field locations as required.
• Commitment to KEF’s mission and values

Attributes:

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Analytical thinking with the ability to translate data into meaningful insights.
• Collaboration and relationship management skills.
• Ability to multi-task and manage timelines effectively.
• Adaptability and problem-solving skills.

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