Designs and implements monitoring and evaluation frameworks for social impact projects. Responsibilities include creating data collection tools, logical frameworks, theory of change models, and quality assurance procedures; leading field teams; conducting qualitative and quantitative analysis; developing visualizations and reports; presenting findings to clients; facilitating stakeholder workshops; and documenting lessons, recommendations, and evidence for future interventions.
Position: Senior Research Executive
Organisation: 4th Wheel Social Impact
Mode: Hybrid (Mumbai/Ahmedabad)
Please note: We accept applications for this role year-round and recruit on a rolling, as-needed basis. If you apply, we'll keep your application on file and review it as opportunities arise. We'll get in touch if a suitable vacancy becomes available and your experience and skills are a good match for the role.
About 4th Wheel Social Impact
At 4th Wheel, we specialize in delivering data-driven insights that empower organizations to create measurable social impact. Since 2010, we have collaborated with diverse partners to design, implement, and evaluate programs across multiple sectors, with a strong focus on social development, capacity building, and communications for development.
About The Role
The Senior Executive, Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E), will support the design and implementation of M&E frameworks across social impact projects. Guided by senior team members, you will execute data collection, perform analyses, and ensure adherence to data quality standards. This role offers excellent growth opportunities for M&E professionals advancing their careers in the social development sector.
Requirements
M&E Framework Development & Tool Creation
- Write inception reports and develop comprehensive M&E frameworks for social impact projects
- Design and develop data collection tools, instruments, and survey questionnaires
- Create logical frameworks, theory of change models, and result measurement matrices
- Develop standard operating procedures for data collection and quality assurance
- Write inception reports and develop comprehensive M&E frameworks for social impact projects
- Design and develop data collection tools, instruments, and survey questionnaires
- Create logical frameworks, theory of change models, and result measurement matrices
- Develop standard operating procedures for data collection and quality assurance
Field Team Leadership & Data Collection Management
- Lead and coordinate field teams during data collection activities
- Provide training to field staff on M&E methodologies, tools, and data collection protocols
- Monitor and supervise field operations to ensure data quality and adherence to timelines
- Conduct field visits to oversee data collection and provide on-ground support to teams
- Lead and coordinate field teams during data collection activities
- Provide training to field staff on M&E methodologies, tools, and data collection protocols
- Monitor and supervise field operations to ensure data quality and adherence to timelines
- Conduct field visits to oversee data collection and provide on-ground support to teams
Data Analysis & Evidence Generation
- Conduct comprehensive quantitative and qualitative data analysis
- Generate evidence-based insights and actionable recommendations from collected data
- Create compelling data visualizations, charts, and infographics to present findings
- Develop analytical reports that translate data into meaningful stories for stakeholders
- Conduct comprehensive quantitative and qualitative data analysis
- Generate evidence-based insights and actionable recommendations from collected data
- Create compelling data visualizations, charts, and infographics to present findings
- Develop analytical reports that translate data into meaningful stories for stakeholders
Client Presentations & Stakeholder Communication
- Prepare and deliver presentations to clients showcasing project findings and impact
- Communicate complex M&E findings in clear, accessible language to diverse audiences
- Lead client meetings and discussions on project progress, challenges, and recommendations
- Facilitate stakeholder workshops and feedback sessions on M&E results
- Prepare and deliver presentations to clients showcasing project findings and impact
- Communicate complex M&E findings in clear, accessible language to diverse audiences
- Lead client meetings and discussions on project progress, challenges, and recommendations
- Facilitate stakeholder workshops and feedback sessions on M&E results
Reporting & Documentation
- Prepare comprehensive M&E reports, including baseline, midline, and endline studies
- Document project learnings, best practices, and recommendations for future interventions
- Maintain detailed project records and ensure proper documentation of all M&E activities
- Create executive summaries and policy briefs for different stakeholder groups.
- Prepare comprehensive M&E reports, including baseline, midline, and endline studies
- Document project learnings, best practices, and recommendations for future interventions
- Maintain detailed project records and ensure proper documentation of all M&E activities
- Create executive summaries and policy briefs for different stakeholder groups.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in social work, Development Studies, Statistics, Economics, or related field. Master's degree preferred.
Experience
1.5 to 3 years of experience specifically in Monitoring & Evaluation roles in social development projects, NGOs, or research organizations
Skills
- Strong knowledge of both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies
- Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SPSS, R, or similar statistical software
- Experience in developing M&E frameworks, logical frameworks, and theory of change models
- Proven ability to design and implement data collection tools and survey instruments
- Experience in leading and training field teams on M&E protocols and methodologies
- Excellent presentation skills with ability to communicate findings to clients and stakeholders
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and at least one Indian language
- Ability to work effectively with diverse teams across different cultural and social backgrounds
- Comfortable working in field settings and rural/urban community environments
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
- Proficiency in data visualization tools and creating compelling presentations
- Experience with mobile data collection platforms (SurveyCTO, KoBo Toolbox, etc.)
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high data quality standards
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under tight deadlines
Preferred
- Experience of social development programs in areas such as education, health, livelihoods, or governance
- Familiarity with participatory evaluation methods
- Basic knowledge of statistical analysis and data visualization.
Benefits
At 4th Wheel, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment where every contribution directly impacts the organization’s growth and success. You will work alongside passionate individuals dedicated to creating meaningful change, as part of a dynamic team that values innovation and solution-oriented thinking. This role offers exposure to challenging and rewarding fieldwork, along with opportunities to lead and grow professionally in the field of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E).
4th Wheel Social Impact Mumbai, Maharashtra, IND Office
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