Analyst – Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning
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Analyst: MEL role at African Climate Foundation focusing on data analysis for Just Energy Transition projects. Supporting evaluations and reporting within climate finance context.
Responsibilities:
- Analyse data from the JET MEL data system to identify trends, performance gaps, and insights related to funding flows, project outputs, and outcome indicators.
- Produce regular MEL reports (quarterly, annual) and adhoc analytical briefs for internal and external stakeholders, including donors, governance committees, and the public.
- Develop and maintain reporting templates and data visualisations (e.g., in Power BI) using provided data sets to track progress against the JET IP and IKI targets.
- Conduct gender disaggregated data analysis to support GESI/GLI reporting and the 35% GLI criteria milestone.
- Verify and interpret data for accuracy and consistency before inclusion in reports, liaising with the Specialist: Data Management on systemic data issues.
- Support the maintenance of the JET IP MEL framework, including updating indicator trackers and progress dashboards.
- Assist in defining and refining performance indicators and data collection tools from an analytical and usability perspective.
- Provide data and analytical support for evaluations, including preparing data packs, conducting preliminary analysis for evaluators, and synthesising evaluation findings into learnings.
- Contribute to learning products such as case studies, briefs, and presentations that translate data and evaluation evidence into actionable knowledge.
- Maintain a repository of key reports, analyses, and learning products.
Requirements:
- Master’s Degree: Data Science, Statistics, Economics, Public Policy, or a related field.
- 5+ Years in Data/MEL: Proven experience in data analytics, transparency initiatives, or impact assessment.
- Climate/Development Context: Experience in climate finance or energy transition is highly advantageous.
- Donor Frameworks: Proven experience managing MEL for donor-funded projects (e.g., IKI, GIZ, or UN).
- Evaluation Expertise: Experience in designing and managing rigorous impact evaluations and utilizing findings for adaptive management.
- Social Inclusion Lens: Familiarity with GESI and GLI frameworks and their practical application in data systems.
- Advanced Analytics: Proficiency in Power BI, SQL, GIS, and Excel.
- Digital Reporting: Experience building public-facing digital dashboards.
- Governance Literacy: Deep knowledge of the South African National Evaluation Policy Framework (DPME) and international climate finance reporting standards (UNFCCC/SDGs).
- Gender-Responsive MEL: Expertise in gender-disaggregated data collection and GESI analysis.
Benefits:
- Equipment allowances
- Professional development



















