Senior Manager RM&E

Ipas is an international non-governmental organization dedicated to supporting the Government of Pakistan in achieving Sustainable Development Goal 3, which focuses on good health and well-being. Established in 1973, Ipas pioneered the development of manual vacuum aspirator technology for safe uterine evacuation, a method endorsed by the World Health Organization and adopted by several countries including Pakistan. In Pakistan, Ipas collaborates with provincial governments and development partners to reduce maternal mortality and morbidity linked to unsafe practices by strengthening both public and private healthcare systems.

Ipas is seeking an experienced Senior Manager for Research, Monitoring, and Evaluation (RM&E) to lead the planning and implementation of monitoring, evaluation, and research activities across its programs and projects. This role requires technical leadership in designing and coordinating assessments, evaluations, and knowledge dissemination efforts. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in M&E frameworks, methodologies, indicators, and tools, along with a solid understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals and national health priorities. Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills are essential to support evidence-based decision-making and foster collaboration. Critical thinking, problem-solving, and a commitment to continuous learning will be key to enhancing the quality assurance mechanisms within the program.

Key Responsibilities

Monitoring and Evaluation:
- Implement and maintain M&E systems and databases for Ipas Pakistan programs.
- Develop and enhance databases, analytics, and dashboards to provide timely insights for program reflection and decision-making.
- Recommend and implement appropriate information systems to ensure high-quality routine monitoring data.
- Create M&E guidance documents, tools, and robust plans, methodologies, and frameworks.
- Lead budgeting and timeline monitoring for M&E activities.
- Oversee project reporting to Ipas and external donors, ensuring compliance with organizational and donor requirements.
- Coordinate preparation of reports for government authorities.
- Provide evidence-based inputs for funding proposals and concept notes.

Accountability, Learning, and Knowledge Management:
- Identify and mitigate risks related to R&MEAL activities, ensuring policy compliance.
- Strengthen community accountability through feedback and complaint mechanisms.
- Promote a culture of learning by using data to inform decisions.
- Document and share best practices, lessons learned, and areas for improvement.
- Develop and implement learning agendas to address knowledge gaps.
- Integrate R&MEAL findings into program design and policy decisions.
- Produce knowledge products for internal and external audiences in collaboration with senior leadership.
- Facilitate internal learning and capacity building.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to address knowledge gaps and promote evidence-based practices.

Presentation:
- Present monitoring results and recommendations to donors and external audiences.
- Engage with national and international institutions and experts to ensure adoption of best practices.
- Represent Ipas at meetings and conferences as assigned.

Travel:
- Approximately 30% travel within Pakistan, including ICT, Punjab, Sindh, and KP, to support program activities.

Other Tasks:
- Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisors.
- Travel as required with approval.

People Management:
- Manage and support the RM&E team, setting targets and monitoring performance.
- Enhance team capacity through supervision, feedback, and professional development.

Required Qualifications
- Advanced degree in research methodologies, social work, monitoring & evaluation, demography, biostatistics, statistics, analytics, or related fields.
- Familiarity with SDG alignment, national health priorities, and program indicator frameworks.
- Minimum 15 years of experience in monitoring, evaluation, and data analytics, preferably in health or development sectors.
- Proven experience designing and managing M&E systems throughout project lifecycles, ideally in sexual and reproductive health (SRH) programs.
- Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, including data collection, management, analysis, and visualization.
- Proficiency with data analysis software such as Excel, STATA, SPSS, or Epi Info.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Urdu.
- Ability to work effectively in cross-cultural environments with sensitivity to ethical and cultural considerations.
- Experience with non-profit organizations and adherence to quality, detail, and deadlines.
- Commitment to Ipas’ mission, values, and professional standards.
- Knowledge of compliance and ethical considerations in research and assessments.
- Strong skills in data presentation and visualization, with the ability to generate actionable insights.
- Experience facilitating workshops and meetings.
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications
- Qualification in medical sciences, public health, or equivalent.
- Experience working within Pakistan’s health system (public or private).
- Prior work in reproductive health within the development sector.
- Expertise in rigorous quantitative and qualitative research methods.
- Experience in research design, implementation, and rapid appraisals.
- Knowledge of quality-of-care standards in reproductive healthcare.

Reporting Line:
This position reports to the Head of Programs and is accountable to the Country Director. The role is based at the Ipas Pakistan Country Office in Islamabad.

Ipas is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, age, gender, religion, ethnicity, disability, or any other protected characteristic.