Role and responsibilities

Under the technical supervision of the Technical Advisor, the Consultant will provide technical services to support the development, implementation and maintenance of the project's MEAL system. The position holder will ensure systematic data collection, rigorous analysis, and evidence-based reporting to support project management decision-making and donor reporting requirements.

The following list of tasks and responsibilities is not exhaustive, and may evolve according to needs.

MEAL Framework and Data Management

·       Maintain and update the project's MEAL framework aligned with EU requirements and to the needs of GIZ and EF

·       Update the project's logical framework, including indicators, baselines, and targets

·       Develop data collection tools and prepare MEAL work plans and calendars

·       Maintain the project database and ensure data quality assurance protocols

Monitoring and Evaluation

·       Lead key data collection activities including baseline, midline, and endline studies

·       Train project staff on data collection tools and methods

·       Conduct monitoring visits to partner colleges to validate data quality

·       Monitor project progress against indicators and prepare monitoring reports with analysis of trends

·       Support planning and implementation of project evaluations (mid-term, final, external)

·       Coordinate with external evaluators and provide necessary data and documentation

Accountability and Learning

·       Prepare regular MEAL reports (quarterly, annual) for project management and contribute to donor reports

·       Prepare data visualizations and document success stories and lessons learned

·       Facilitate learning sessions with project staff and partners

·       Implement beneficiary feedback mechanisms and ensure timely response to feedback

·       Contribute to project adaptive management through evidence-based recommendations

Coordination and Capacity Building

·       Coordinate MEAL activities with GIZ counterparts to ensure harmonized approach

·       Provide MEAL guidance to project staff and college partners

·       Liaise with external evaluators and government partners on data sharing and reporting

Deliverables

Indicative deliverables

·       Updated MEAL framework and tools;

·       Quarterly monitoring reports;

·       Updated indicator database;

·       Inputs to donor reports;

·       Support to project evaluations;

·       Other deliverables agreed with the Technical Advisor.

The Consultant shall submit invoices based on the actual number of working days effectively performed, together with the corresponding timesheets and agreed deliverables.

About you

Professional competencies and experiences:

·       Master's degree in statistics, monitoring and evaluation, social sciences, development studies, or related field

·       Minimum 4 years of experience in MEAL for development projects, preferably in education or skills development sector

·       Demonstrated experience in implementing MEAL frameworks and logical frameworks

·       Strong quantitative and qualitative data analysis skills

·       Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools (Excel required; SPSS, STATA, R, Power BI, or Tableau is an advantage)

·       Experience conducting surveys and data collection activities

·       Knowledge of EU reporting requirements and procedures is highly desirable

·       Experience working with education institutions or TVET sector is an advantage

·       Proven ability to prepare high-quality reports and presentations

·       Understanding of results-based management

Behavioural competencies: 

·       Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with excellent attention to detail

·       Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to present complex data clearly

·       Systematic and organized approach to work with ability to prioritize effectively

·       Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

·       Proactive problem-solving orientation and flexibility to adapt to changing requirements

·       Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in multicultural teams

·       Ethical approach to data management and confidentiality

·       Results-oriented with focus on learning and continuous improvement

Language skills:

·       Fluency in Vietnamese (native level);

·       Excellent command of English (written and spoken);

·       Knowledge of French is an asset but not mandatory.