Sambodhi - Assistant Vice President - Monitoring & Evaluation

Sambodhi Research & Communications Pvt. Ltd.

www.sambodhi.co.in

About us:

Sambodhi Research and Communications helps create high-impact knowledge and catalyse accountability in the public domain through its project management and monitoring and evaluation solutions. At Sambodhi, we offer objective, evidence-based support to implementers, government, donors and corporates. Over the past decade, we have emerged as a pioneer in India for developing cutting-edge methodologies for evaluation of large scale development interventions.

Sambodhi provides services to federal agencies, donors, foundations and corporates, in areas of public health, HIV/AIDS, nutrition, water and sanitation, environment, and renewable energy. We have made valuable contribution in monitoring, learning and evaluation programs and have influenced development policies and improved implementation efficiency.

Job Description:

Job Title: Associate Vice President - Monitoring & Evaluation

Job Location: Noida

Job Summary:

- This role provides with tremendous opportunity to lead and contribute to high quality multi-input development programmes across India.

- The candidate shall provide technical leadership, managerial guidance and operational expertise to Sambodhi in the business development, project management and execution support for its research, M&E and training assignments.

- S/he will be a part of the senior team and contribute to high level discussions and decisions.

Essential Functions:

The AVP will perform the following key functions:

- Manage monitoring and evaluation, analysis and assessments throughout the life of the project, including the data collection, design of the evaluation methodology and participatory data collection methods and protocols and data quality verification techniques.

- Develop the capacity and technical expertise of project staff in the field and headquarters to undertake sound Monitoring, Evaluation & Research activities and to use data and findings for effective decision making.

- Lead in the development of high quality, compliant proposals. Conceptualize and implement a marketing/business strategy. This includes developing opportunities with new and existing clients, tracking upcoming RFPs, leading proposal development teams, networking, etc.

- Assist and lead the project team in the development of reports, presentations, and other communication materials. This may include research, drafting, editing, data analysis and presentation.

- Make and deliver presentations of reports / proposals to clients / potential clients.

- Liaison with partner organizations, consultants, vendors and other relevant agencies

The above essential functions are representative of major duties of positions in this job. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary. Other duties may be assigned similar to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job.

Desired Profile:

Education: Postgraduate/ Doctorate in Management/ Rural Management/ Social Sciences/Public Health related disciplines.

Experience:

- Minimum 6-9 years work experience in Research, M&E and Trainings.

- Experience of working in the social and development research in management of large scale surveys is desired.

Personal Competencies:

- In-depth knowledge of Research, Evaluation, Data Analysis & thematic understanding of various sectors in the social & development domain.

- Should have excellent understanding/ knowledge of the relevant policy landscape and regulatory environment

- High level of involvement, engagement and ownership

- Flair for building quality relationships with clients

- Demonstrated competence in handling teams

- Strong interpersonal and negotiation ability

- Proven influencer and communicator with senior stakeholders within and outside the organization

- Strong time management skill and ability to prioritise

- Willingness to travel extensively