Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Specialist

About the Position

We are seeking a Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Specialist for Aus4Growth in Hanoi, Vietnam, to lead key M&E activities and ensure data quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of the Aus4Growth M&E framework.
• Identify evidence-informed areas for improvement through annual reflect and refocus and annual planning processes.
• Undertake and lead on monitoring missions and activities related to relevant domain level work, and whole of investment monitoring.
• Ensure activities meet the program’s ethical guidelines for research and evaluation.
• Support MEL capacity development activities within Aus4Growth and with program stakeholders including GoV.
• Produce compelling M&E products (including reports, dashboards, and policy briefs) that meet the information needs of the intended audience/s.
• Ensure these products meet DFAT’s M&E standards.
• Support the reporting and uptake of evidence amongst Aus4Growth staff, and key stakeholders such as DFAT and GoV.
• Participate in flagship MEL activities.
• Ensure that cross-cutting priorities, particularly in relation to GEDSI and digitalisation, are mainstreamed in all activities and outputs.
• Understand how innovation and technology shape the way we work and introduce new ways of working through AI, data, and technology.

Requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in evaluation, research methods, and/or other relevant disciplines such as international development, sociology, anthropology, political science, or in another methodology-related field.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting M&E for donor funded programs, research and evaluation, data analysis, use of digital technology for research, and report writing.
• Experience designing, administering, and analysing surveys and conducting interviews, preferably with culturally diverse stakeholder groups.
• Experience analysing large quantities of qualitative and quantitative data.
• Demonstrated experience of working in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate sound judgement.
• Highly developed organisational skills, agility, and the ability to balance and prioritise multiple tasks and work well under pressure.

We Offer

• Competitive salary in line with market rates.
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects with a leading international consultancy.
• Professional development opportunities.

About the Company

Alinea is an international development consultancy providing technical and management expertise that helps people improve their lives. Alinea works with governments, investors, companies, and communities to create lasting change. Over 39 years, Alinea has successfully delivered more than 1,000 projects worldwide. For more information, please visit Alinea International website.

Application Instructions

1. A cover letter is mandatory to be considered. Cover letters should effectively align your skills and experiences with the specific job responsibilities outlined in the job advertisement, demonstrating your aptitude and enthusiasm for the role, salary expectations, language fluency, working rights, location, and current availability.
2. Click the “Apply Now” link to upload your cover letter and CV in English. Only successful shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Application Deadline: 11 October 2026