Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning Officer (Climate Resilience Project)

The Organisation

Plan International Pilipinas is a girl-centered community-focused non-government organization, serving the Philippines for the last 64 years.

We are a newly locally registered Foundation, connected to 80+ Plan International offices worldwide.

We work with around 7,000 partner communities or barangays across the country, delivering programs on (PIER) Protection from Violence, Inclusive Health, Education to Economic Empowerment, and Resilience and Humanitarian.

About the Project

Plan International Pilipinas, with support from the Zurich Foundation, is implementing the second phase of its Climate Resilience Project. Building on lessons from the Flood Resilience initiative, the project strengthens the capacity of communities and local stakeholders to adapt to climate change through innovative, evidence-based approaches.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced monitoring and evaluation (M&E) professional to lead the design and implementation of the project’s monitoring, evaluation, research, and learning system.

The Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning Officer (MERLO) ensures that data systems, tools, and processes generate reliable, actionable insights for program improvement and donor reporting. The role also plays a key part in strengthening learning and adaptive management, working closely with project teams, partners, and communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the project’s MERL framework and M&E plan
• Oversee data collection systems, tools, and databases to ensure quality and usability
• Design and manage midline and endline studies
• Track project performance and analyze data to inform decision-making
• Consolidate and validate reports for submission to donors and internal stakeholders
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting to the donor, National Office, and Country Office
• Facilitate feedback loops with communities and partners; integrate findings into program design
• Lead documentation and sharing of lessons learned and best practices
• Build capacity of staff and partners on participatory and gender-responsive M&E approaches

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Statistics, Social Work, Community Development, or related fields
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in MERL and community-based projects
• Strong background in monitoring and evaluation systems, research design, and data analysis
• Training in project management, participatory research, and M&E methods
• Strong writing, data analysis, and reporting skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Skilled in working with diverse stakeholders, including communities and partners
• Willingness to conduct fieldwork
• Must be a Filipino national based in the Philippines

Core Competencies

• Collaboration & Capacity Building: Works effectively with teams and supports learning among staff and partners
• Communication: Communicates complex findings clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
• Gender & Inclusion: Applies gender-responsive and participatory approaches in MERL processes
• Adaptability: Able to work in dynamic, resource-constrained, and field-based contexts

Why Join This Project?

• Contribute to climate resilience programming grounded in evidence and learning
• Apply and deepen your expertise in MERL systems within a complex, community-based project
• Work with a global organization committed to gender equality and inclusive development

Location: Country Office (Manila)

Type of Role: Project-based (until December 2027)

Reports to: Project Manager

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive compensation package

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We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.

We foster an organisational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls’ rights and inclusion.

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