Private Sector Development Managing Consultant (Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning)Managing Consultant, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning, working primarily on private sector development (PSD) projects.
Team: Evaluation, Policy Analysis, and Learning (EPAL)
Contract: Full-time, Employed
Remuneration: £45k - £60k, depending on experience
Location: London, UK
Reports to: Principal Consultant
Start date: As soon as available
The portfolio of Triple Line's work is wide-ranging, including economic analyses (e.g., to inform business cases and/or the design of investment-ready programmes); development and implementation of MEL/impact measurement frameworks and design of impact measurement indicators, external evaluations (process, formative, summative, and impact evaluations), developing and contributing to the delivery of learning agendas, capacity building and technical assistance. You'll be providing technical expertise across one or more of these areas, as well as providing oversight for our teams of internal and external experts.
The role will also contribute to growing Triple Line's portfolio in the private sector development sector, which currently includes work focused on agriculture/agribusiness, enterprise development, access to finance, and employment creation. This will include identifying new markets and clients, leading/supporting the pursuit of both follow-on work and new opportunities, managing the development of proposals, and working within teams to deliver excellent technical work. You will also coordinate with our network of external consultants and experts and work closely with the rest of the Triple Line team, who are based in our offices in Nairobi, Addis Ababa, and Manila.
Roles and ResponsibilitiesSpecific tasks are expected to include, but are not limited to:
Core team member on consultancies in the private sector development area, especially around agriculture, rural livelihoods, access to finance, and enterprise development. This includes designing and undertaking sectoral studies and value chain analyses, programme and intervention design, theory of change and results framework design & implementation; development of learning and research agendas; data gathering tool design and testing; collection of quantitative and qualitative data; data synthesis and analysis; and generation of findings and recommendations.Lead and support the preparation, design and facilitation of workshops and learning events with the client and delivery partners.Present analysis, findings, and research clearly both in writing, visually, and orally, through case studies, reports, and presentations for the client and other stakeholders.Act as a project manager on key projects and programmes, coordinating project teams and project partners, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to an outstanding level of quality.About YouWe are looking for someone who is passionate about private sector development and the impact it can have on improving the incomes and livelihoods of marginalised communities. You have significant experience working on donor-funded projects either in a consulting company or non-government/civil society organisation.
You will have strong technical experience in your area of specialisation and will have a good understanding of our other focus areas. Experience working on market systems development and/or adaptive programmes would be a significant advantage.
Advanced degree in economics, agriculture, development studies, or related fields (or additional work experience).7+ years post-qualification experience and strong technical knowledge in two or more of the following sectors: private sector development, market systems development, trade, agriculture, food security, access to finance, enterprise development, and rural livelihoods.Track record and demonstrated, applied knowledge of design and delivery of qualitative and quantitative evaluation and research methods.Established consultancy skills with experience of successful delivery in the international development sector.Experience working in lower income countries.Demonstrable project management skills and experience.Experience in conducting business development activities.Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate findings and recommendations clearly in plain English.Right to live and work in the UK.Willingness to undertake project-related travel outside of the UK (up to 20%).Qualifications in research methodologies.Experience working with development finance institutions, impact investors, and/or philanthropic foundations.Experience of successfully managing complex programmes and/or multiple concurrent assignments.Working proficiency of French or Swahili.About UsFor over 25 years, Triple Line has worked with governments, financial institutions, the private sector, foundations, and civil society to deliver an expanding portfolio of development assistance in countries across Africa, Asia, and the rest of the world.
Climate change, loss of biodiversity, growing poverty, entrenched inequality, unemployment, access to decent work, and shifting demographics are just some of the complex problems standing in the way of the global sustainable development goals.
Recruitment ProcessInterested candidates should submit an up-to-date CV and covering letter to ****** referencing the title of the position in the subject line. The cover letter (max 2 pages) should include an explanation of how your experience and qualifications qualify you for this position, reference to availability, and any additional information related to your application that you would like us to consider.
Triple Line is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
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