Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Specialist for WASH-FIN 2 Project– US based remote

The USAID-funded Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Finance (WASH-FIN 2) project, implemented by Tetra Tech International Development (International Development Jobs – Tetra Tech), is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified candidates for a Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Specialist. Position Description: WASH-FIN 2 is a five-year global flagship water and sanitation finance activity aimed to mobilize US $375 million by 2027 for climate-resilient water and sanitation services and strengthen at least 165 sector institutions and service providers. WASH-FIN 2 will mobilize funds from a mix of private investments, government appropriations, and user fees, and implementation will focus on addressing bottlenecks in the enabling environment, including policy, legal, and regulatory challenges. WASH-FIN 2 is working to achieve these objectives by: * Strengthening Governance and increasing public funding for water and sanitation services. * Improving Performance of water and sanitation service providers by enhancing climate resilience and financial, management and operational efficiency. * Mobilizing Finance by providing project preparation, transaction advisory and facilitation services for public and private finance; and * Advancing Global Learning and Partnerships through improved coordination and knowledge sharing. WASH-FIN 2 requires the services of a Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Specialist to support implementation of the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Plan, including oversight of data collection, cleaning, analysis, and project reporting. Responsibilities: * Manage the implementation of program MEL plan including data collection tools and processes, data analysis, and drafting the reporting for quarterly and annual reports and other reporting as needed. * Lead the collection, validation, and reporting of program-level data and provide accurate, concise, summarized reporting against performance and context indicators for program reports. * Ensure program data and results are accurate, reliable, and verified with supporting documentation. * Develop tools and procedures for data collection to ensure adherence to PIRS requirements and identify best practices for data quality. * Maintain context monitoring tools, including (but not limited to) ISP Performance Database and WSSP-Financier Interaction Tracker, and Quarterly Pipelines. * Ensure that data from activities, grantees, subcontractors, partners, are input into the established program database and USAID’s Development Information System (DIS) in a timely and effective way. * Provide guidance and hands-on assistance to all WASH-FIN 2 staff on issues related to MEL. * Develop resources and provide training and support to relevant stakeholders on the project’s MEL systems and data collection and reporting tools and procedures. * Document changes to data collection tools/methods resulting from ongoing learning. Minimum Qualifications Required: * Minimum bachelor’s degree from an accredited university. * Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience overseeing and/or directly executing MEL processes in an international development context. * Proficiency in development and implementation of MEL plans. * Demonstrated proficiencies in digital data collection methods, cloud storage, and data visualization tools. * Familiarity with the water and sanitation sector and/or with finance/economic growth sectors of development assistance is preferred. * Ability to accommodate work in early morning hours of the Eastern US time zone as needed to align availability with country teams, especially those located in East Africa and India. * Current U.S. work authorization is required at the time of application. How to apply To be considered, please submit the following: * Cover Letter * CV Apply on-line at: https://tetratech.referrals.selectminds.com/jobs/monitoring-evaluation-and-learning-specialist-%E2%80%93-us-based-remote-47444 Please ensure that only the requested documents noted above are submitted. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. Application deadline is Friday, February 7, 2025, by 12:00pm Eastern Standard Time (UTC-5). At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including health orders and regulations related to COVID-19 that are mandated by local, state, and federal authorities. Tetra Tech International Development is committed to safeguarding and technical excellence in equality and social inclusion. Our team of dedicated Gender, Youth, and Social Inclusion (GYSI) advisers work closely with our staff and partners to share international norms and best practices to improve the livelihoods of the world’s most marginalized groups. Tetra Tech International Development is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives that aim to expand inclusion and an authentic sense of belonging to all our staff regardless of background. Pay Transparency and Benefits Statement: Tetra Tech offers comprehensive benefit options that allow employees to design a plan based on individual needs and assists in planning for long-term financial security. Available benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, term life, disability, accidental death & dismemberment coverage, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Spending Account (HSA), time off with pay, 401k retirement plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please visit Life at Tetra Tech – Tetra Tech to learn more about our benefits. We are committed to taking a thoughtful, compliant and equitable approach to employment compensation and rate setting. We commit to providing a holistic comprehensive salary analysis, including reviews of individual skill sets and compensable factors related to qualifications, business needs, internal compensation data, and industry and labor market surveys. The anticipated pay range for this position is $70,000 to $90,000 annually. Reasonable Accommodations: We are dedicated to hiring an inclusive workforce. If you would like to request reasonable accommodations during the application process, please visit Tetra Tech’s Disability Assistance Page. Our recruitment team looks forward to engaging in an interactive process to provide helpful and reasonable accommodations for candidates. About Tetra Tech: Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and talent of more than 28,000 employees who are working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among our core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. We invite applications from all interested parties.