{"id":6019,"date":"2025-10-29T10:02:24","date_gmt":"2025-10-29T10:02:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/zambia\/job\/merla-specialist-at-christian-blind-mission\/"},"modified":"2026-02-04T15:03:02","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T15:03:02","slug":"merla-specialist-at-christian-blind-mission","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/zambia\/?post_type=job_listing&p=6019","title":{"rendered":"MERLA Specialist at Christian Blind Mission"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>About CBM<br \/>\nCBM (registered as CBM Christoffel-Blindenmission Christian Blind Mission e.V.) is an international development organisation committed to improving the quality of life of persons with disabilities in the persons communities of the world. Based on our Christian values and more than 100 years of professional expertise, we address poverty as a cause and a consequence of disability. We work in partnership to create an inclusive society for all<br \/>\nAbout the role:<br \/>\nAs the MERLA Specialist, you will play a key role in strengthening CBM\u2019s Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, Learning and Adaptation (MERLA) function. You will support CBM teams to implement MERLA activities and practices that drive programme improvement. You will develop and manage MERLA-related workstreams, provide professional advice within your area of expertise, and help ensure that evidence and learning are used to improve programme quality and impact.<br \/>\nYou\u2019ll also assess how well our programmes, systems, and processes are working, and recommend practical ways to make them more effective, accountable, and results-driven.<br \/>\nThis position is only filled locally in one of CBM\u2019s Permanently established entities: (ex: Berlin or Bensheim (Germany), the UK (Cambridge or remote), Lusaka (Zambia), Addis Ababa (Ethiopia), Guatemala City, Kampala (Uganda), Niamey (Niger), etc.<br \/>\nLocal contractual conditions of the respective country will apply. Expatriation is not intended.<br \/>\nYou will:<br \/>\nSupport CBM teams to implement high-quality MERLA practices that enhance programme quality and learning.<br \/>\nStrengthen the capacity of country and initiative staff to implement MERLA activities through mentoring, workshops, and tailored technical support.<br \/>\nReview and provide feedback on evaluation Terms of Reference and reports to ensure quality, relevance, and practical application of findings.<br \/>\nProvide technical assistance to country and initiative staff to enable them to identify knowledge gaps and generate new evidence to address programmatic barriers.<br \/>\nCollaborate with project teams and the MERLA Unit to capture lessons learned and promote adaptive management.<br \/>\nFacilitate cross-country learning through Pause and Reflect sessions, Global Learning Forums, peer exchanges, and the MERLA Community of Practice.<br \/>\nPeriodically review CBM\u2019s indicators and MERLA tools to ensure alignment with strategic priorities and decision-making needs.<br \/>\nSupport teams in collecting, analysing, and using high-quality data for programme improvement and evidence-based decisions.<br \/>\nContribute to project design by integrating MERLA components such as theories of change, indicators, and monitoring plans.<br \/>\nRepresent CBM in relevant international meetings, forums, and learning networks, and contribute to key knowledge products.<br \/>\nTravel periodically to CBM country offices to support learning exchange and partner engagement.<br \/>\nThese are your qualifications<br \/>\nMaster\u2019s degree in a relevant field (e.g. International Development, Public Health, Social Sciences, Statistics) and at least 8 years of progressively responsible experience in monitoring, evaluation, research, learning, and\/or adaptation.<br \/>\nStrong understanding of MERLA principles, frameworks, and best practices.<br \/>\nProven experience designing and implementing monitoring and evaluation systems, including indicator development, data collection, analysis (quantitative and\/or qualitative), synthesis, and reporting for programme use.<br \/>\nDemonstrated experience facilitating learning and adaptive management processes.<br \/>\nExperience in capacity strengthening through training, coaching, and mentoring.<br \/>\nIndependent, agile, and adaptable working style with strong problem-solving ability.<br \/>\nExcellent collaboration skills and ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.<br \/>\nProfessional proficiency in English (spoken and written); proficiency in French preferred; additional languages an asset.<br \/>\nIdentification with Christian values and the mandate of the CBM.<br \/>\nSharing is Caring! 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