Job description
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT @ ALLIED TALENT PARTNERS (ATP)
LOCATION: Malawi
POSITION: MEL EXPERT – ENERGY ACCESS PROGRAMME
PROGRAMME: Malawi Energy Access Programme – Mission 300
OVERVIEW
Allied Talent Partners (ATP), a Three Cairns Group initiative, is a mission-driven, not-for-profit talent marketplace focused on addressing human capital challenges that slow sustainable development in emerging economies, with an initial focus on Africa.
ATP connects vetted, experienced and context-relevant professionals to high-impact opportunities in energy access and sustainable development. The organisation specialises in fixed-term, deliverable-driven engagements, handling project scoping, talent vetting, contracting, payroll and compliance.
ATP invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced professionals for the position of MEL Expert to support an energy access programme in Malawi under Mission 300.
The successful candidate will design, implement and strengthen performance monitoring and learning systems, track programme results, support performance accountability and promote evidence-based decision-making across key programme workstreams.
JOB TYPE: Full Time
Date Posted: Tuesday, 10th November 2026
CONTRACT DURATION: Twelve (12) months
EXPECTED START DATE: December 2026
DUTY STATION: Malawi
CANDIDATES REQUIRED: One (1)
TRAVEL REQUIREMENT: Periodic travel within Malawi for data collection, stakeholder engagement and programme activities.
POSITION: MEL EXPERT – ENERGY ACCESS PROGRAMME
JOB SUMMARY
The MEL Expert will provide technical leadership in developing and operationalising monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) systems for the Malawi Energy Access Programme.
The role will ensure effective tracking of programme results, strengthen data quality and reporting systems, coordinate stakeholders, and generate insights to inform programme implementation and adaptive management.
DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
1. MEL Framework Development
Lead the design and operationalisation of MEL frameworks.
Develop results frameworks, indicators, baselines, targets and methodologies aligned with programme objectives and national priorities.
2. Data Collection and Management Systems
Establish and manage data collection, validation and reporting systems.
Develop appropriate data collection tools, processes and centralised databases or dashboards.
Ensure data quality, integrity, accessibility and reliability.
3. Stakeholder Coordination
Work with government institutions, development partners and implementing entities.
Harmonise programme indicators, reporting requirements and data-sharing protocols.
Strengthen collaboration among stakeholders to support effective programme monitoring and reporting.
4. Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting
Track programme progress against agreed targets.
Conduct quantitative and qualitative data analysis.
Produce reports, dashboards and actionable insights.
Support evidence-based and adaptive programme management.
5. Capacity Building and Institutional Strengthening
Develop MEL tools and guidance materials.
Deliver training and capacity-building activities for relevant stakeholders.
Promote sustainable monitoring, evaluation and learning practices.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
Academic Qualifications and Professional Experience
Applicants must possess the following:
At least eight (
years of progressively responsible experience in monitoring, evaluation and learning within development or energy-related programmes.
Demonstrated experience designing and operationalising MEL systems.
Experience developing results frameworks and Theories of Change.
Experience supporting donor-funded programmes with defined results and reporting frameworks.
Proven experience working in multi-stakeholder environments involving government institutions, development partners and implementing entities.
TECHNICAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
The ideal candidate should demonstrate:
Strong expertise in MEL frameworks and results measurement.
Ability to develop and operationalise Theory of Change frameworks.
Ability to design data collection tools and manage datasets.
Experience implementing data quality assurance and verification processes.
Experience in quantitative and qualitative analysis.
Knowledge of performance tracking and evaluation methodologies.
Familiarity with data systems, dashboards and reporting tools.
Understanding of energy access, clean cooking or related sector indicators will be an added advantage.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES AND SKILLS
The successful candidate should demonstrate:
Strong analytical and data interpretation capabilities.
Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights.
Effective stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills.
Strong written communication and reporting skills.
TERMS OF AGREEMENT
Required Start Date: December 2026.
Contracting Period: Twelve (12) months.
Work Location: Malawi.
Travel: Periodic travel within Malawi as required for programme activities.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and suitably qualified candidates should submit their applications through the official Allied Talent Partners recruitment portal.
APPLICATION LINK: https://projects.alliedtalentpartners.org/#/jobs/63
Applicants are encouraged to review the official application page and submit their applications as soon as possible.