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Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL), East Africa Jobs in Nairobi County, Kenya at NIRAS International Consulting
Title: Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL), East Africa
Company: NIRAS International Consulting
Location: Nairobi County, Kenya
NIRAS International Consulting is seeking a Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) specialist to join our team, based in Nairobi. This role is suited to a motivated and detail-oriented MEL professional who can contribute to high-quality evaluation, learning, research, project management and business development assignments across the international development sector.
NIRAS is an international consultancy firm grounded in Nordic values and committed to sustainable development. Through NIRAS International Consulting, we design and deliver development cooperation projects for multilateral agencies, bilateral partners, NGOs, foundations and private sector clients across Africa, Europe, Asia and Latin America.
About the role
You will provide technical and project management support across NIRAS’ MEL portfolio, working closely with colleagues in Africa, the UK and the wider NIRAS network. The role will involve supporting the design and delivery of MEL assignments, contributing to proposals and expressions of interest, managing smaller projects, and helping strengthen NIRAS’ MEL offering in East Africa and beyond.
Key responsibilities
- Support the development of high-quality MEL technical proposals, expressions of interest and commercial submissions.
- Contribute to MEL assignments through research, data collection, analysis, reporting and client engagement.
- Coordinate delivery of smaller and lower-risk projects, including workplans, budgets, quality assurance, risk management and consultant coordination.
- Build and maintain strong client and partner relationships, identifying opportunities for future collaboration.
- Contribute to NIRAS’ MEL strategy, technical offering, learning culture and visibility across the international development sector.
About you
We are looking for a proactive, analytical and collaborative professional with strong communication skills and practical experience in MEL within international development. You will be comfortable working across cultures and time zones, managing competing priorities, and producing high-quality written and analytical work for diverse clients.
Essential requirements
- Relevant degree or professional qualification to Master’s level, with at least three years of relevant MEL experience in international development.
- Proven ability to deliver high-quality MEL analysis, reporting and written outputs.
- Experience managing workplans, budgets, deliverables and coordination across teams.
- Experience contributing to proposals, expressions of interest or business development processes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Strong planning, organisation and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure.
- Competence in Microsoft Office, including Excel, and confidence working with financial information.
Desirable Experience
- Thematic expertise in areas such as agriculture, climate change, peace and stability, governance or related development sectors.
- Advanced qualitative, quantitative or data science skills.
- Experience applying AI or digital tools to improve MEL workflows, analysis, quality assurance or learning processes.
Why join NIRAS?
You will join a supportive, international and values-driven consultancy with a strong MEL community and a diverse portfolio of development cooperation assignments. This role offers the opportunity to work with experienced colleagues across regions, contribute to meaningful development outcomes, and help shape innovative MEL solutions for clients and partners.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV, a brief cover letter outlining their relevant experience and motivation for the role, and contact details for three professional references via [email protected] by 1st August 2026. Hard copy applications will not be accepted.
NIRAS International Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining an inclusive, respectful and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.
