Who We Are

International Justice Mission (IJM) is the global leader in protecting vulnerable people from violence around the world. Our team of over 1,200 professionals are at work worldwide in over 30 countries. Together we are on a mission to rescue millions, protect half a billion, and make justice unstoppable.

We are a global community that cares for one another. We believe that the way we work is as important as the results we achieve. We provide professional excellence with joy and celebration to all those we serve.

The Need

For 25 years, IJM has pioneered the work to protect vulnerable people from violence. As we grow to expand our impact to protect 500 million people globally from violence by 2030, we are seeking to recruit a Program Measurement Specialist based in Kampala.

Job Summary: Guides the design, implementation, and oversight of robust monitoring, evaluation, research, and learning systems that inform strategic decision-making and program effectiveness. This role evaluates program impact, advises on data-driven improvements, and sustains a culture of learning and accountability across diverse stakeholders. The MERL Specialist anticipates emerging trends and ensures that evidence-based practices are integrated into justice system strengthening initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate program performance against strategic frameworks to determine effectiveness and inform adaptive management.
• Guide internal teams and partners in the development and use of standardized MERL tools, indicators, and methodologies.
• Conduct research and data analysis to identify trends, generate insights, and recommend improvements for program delivery.
• Oversee the implementation of MERL plans, ensuring data quality, compliance with policies, and timely reporting to stakeholders.
• Advise leadership and partners on evidence-based strategies and organize learning sessions to promote continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.

Requirements

• Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing MERL frameworks that support strategic decision-making, program evaluation, and continuous improvement.
• Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets, synthesize findings, and communicate actionable insights to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, including the development of tools, ethical data collection, and use of statistical analysis software (e.g., SPSS, R, Stata, Power BI).
• Strong stakeholder engagement and advisory capabilities, with a proven ability to guide internal teams, partners, and external consultants in MERL processes and capacity building.
• Effective communication and organizational skills, including the ability to oversee reporting systems, sustain learning cultures, and organize collaborative learning and evaluation activities.

Education & Experience

• Holder of a master’s degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Program planning and management, social sciences, development studies or related fields
• Project management Training and Certification is highly desirable.
• At least 8 years’ experience in program management and/or coordination.
• Experience in Program reporting is a plus.
• Experience of establishing strong working relationships with colleagues within and from different organizations and cultures
• Experience in reporting, documentation, and publication in relation to the NGO/Humanitarian sector is desirable.
• Experience working with large donors, like the UN, USAID, PEPFAR, EU and other Foundations is essential.
• Familiarity with principles and current approaches to MERL in development programs using both quantitative and qualitative methods.
• Familiarity with the working of justice service providers within the formal and informal justice systems. Experience with justice service providers in Uganda is desirable.

Critical Qualities

• Mature Christian faith as defined by the Apostles’ Creed.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to take initiative and solve problems/deliver results on time
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment.
• Strong team-building and motivational skills
• Self-driven
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Ability to liaise with line manager to ensure the effective management of workload.
• Ability to prioritize workload and deal with multiple requests and work activities at any given time.
• Strong skills in writing and reviewing technical literature for reporting purposes.

• Evaluate program performance against strategic frameworks to determine effectiveness and inform adaptive management.
• Guide internal teams and partners in the development and use of standardized MERL tools, indicators, and methodologies.
• Conduct research and data analysis to identify trends, generate insights, and recommend improvements for program delivery.
• Oversee the implementation of MERL plans, ensuring data quality, compliance with policies, and timely reporting to stakeholders.
• Advise leadership and partners on evidence-based strategies and organize learning sessions to promote continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.

• Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing MERL frameworks that support strategic decision-making, program evaluation, and continuous improvement.
• Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets, synthesize findings, and communicate actionable insights to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, including the development of tools, ethical data collection, and use of statistical analysis software (e.g., SPSS, R, Stata, Power BI).
• Strong stakeholder engagement and advisory capabilities, with a proven ability to guide internal teams, partners, and external consultants in MERL processes and capacity building.
• Effective communication and organizational skills, including the ability to oversee reporting systems, sustain learning cultures, and organize collaborative learning and evaluation activities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Ability to prioritize workload and deal with multiple requests and work activities at any given time.
• Strong skills in writing and reviewing technical literature for reporting purposes.

• Holder of a master’s degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Program planning and management, social sciences, development studies or related fields
• Project management Training and Certification is highly desirable.
• Experience of establishing strong working relationships with colleagues within and from different organizations and cultures
• Familiarity with principles and current approaches to MERL in development programs using both quantitative and qualitative methods.
• Familiarity with the working of justice service providers within the formal and informal justice systems. Experience with justice service providers in Uganda is desirable.