Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Program Associate

Description

Bixal will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you require any accommodation as part of our recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected]. You can expect a response from a team member within 24 hours during the regular work week and on the next operating day during the weekend or holidays.

Location

Preference is for someone based in the Washington, DC metro area, but remote work within the US is possible. You must be legally authorized to work in the US. Bixal does not provide visa sponsorship.

What will you do?

The Program Associate will support Bixal’s Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) group within the Data Practice. S/he will provide administrative, technical, and business development support.

Location

Preference is for someone based in the Washington, DC metro area, but remote work within the US is possible. You must be legally authorized to work in the US. Bixal does not provide visa sponsorship.

What will you do?

The Program Associate will support Bixal’s Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) group within the Data Practice. S/he will provide administrative, technical, and business development support.

Responsibilities

Provide technical support on projects, including programming surveys, developing Findings, Conclusions, and Recommendations matrices, analyzing qualitative or quantitative data, creating data visualizations, and conducting desk research.

Draft and edit evaluation documents and reports and/or PowerPoints for project teams

Support business development process, including drafting proposal responses, updating corporate capability statements, and arranging discussions with partners.

Assist different teams in recruiting and hiring consultants and/or subject matter experts for various tasks, including screening candidates, writing terms of reference, and processing purchase orders/billing.

Provide administrative and logistical support to project teams, including developing consulting agreements and arranging travel, hotels, visas, and insurance for traveling team members.

Schedule meetings and take notes during presentations and/or trainings.

Participate in client events and forums to positively represent the organization and develop and maintain relationships with the industry.

As appropriate, play an active role in new client acquisition by supporting business development initiatives to enhance and grow Bixal's business in each of the areas that it works.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree

At least 2 years of professional work experience

Excellent verbal communication and writing skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to work independently in a non-typical office environment

Cultural sensitivity and ability to work hours that suit clients or consultants in other time zones

Ability to follow through on multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Willingness to learn

Nice to Have

Master’s degree in International Relations, Political Science, Public Health, or a related subject

Professional work experience within the international development field

Work or study experience abroad

Coursework in international development

Familiarity with quantitative and qualitative analysis software, such as Stata, R, Dedoose, or Atlas. ti

Perks & benefits

Competitive base salary

Flex hours

Work from home flexibility

401K with matching incentive

Parental Leave

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Flex Spending Account

Company provided short-term disability

Company provided life insurance

Commuter benefits

Generous PTO

11 Paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

New Business Incentive Bonus

Please note that candidates selected may undergo a background investigation and, if applicable, meet eligibility requirements for suitability.

Bixal is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. It ensures equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within our organization and beyond.