MEL and Data Systems Manager

IREX • Full-time • Remote (Washington, District of Columbia, United States) • 2d ago

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Description

Location

This position can be located in one of four IREX offices: Washington, D.C.; Kyiv, Ukraine; Amman, Jordan; or Nairobi, Kenya

Turn data into learning. Turn learning into impact.

IREX is seeking a MEL Data & Systems Manager to lead the way we capture, organize, and use data and evidence across our global portfolio. This role sits at the intersection of data systems, usability, and organizational learning—partnering with program teams, technical experts, and leadership to make MEL data consistent, accessible, and actionable.

This is not a theory-heavy evaluation role.

It’s a hands-on, systems-oriented position for someone who enjoys building practical tools, strengthening data quality, and helping diverse teams use data with confidence.

Why High Performers Love This Role

Real ownership: You shape organization-wide MEL data systems used across a global portfolio
High visibility: Your work directly supports leadership decision-making, learning, and proposals
Practical impact: Focus on usability and adoption—not over-engineered frameworks
Collaborative influence: Lead through partnership in a mission-driven, matrixed organization
Room to grow: Continuous learning, professional development, and a solid benefits package

What You Bring to IREX

Bachelor’s degree
8+ years of progressive experience in MEL, data management, or a related field
Proven experience managing or supporting quantitative data systems (databases, dashboards, large datasets)
Strong data skills using tools such as Excel, Power BI, Tableau, Airtable, or similar
Experience supporting distributed teams with varying levels of MEL and data literacy
Excellent communication skills—able to explain data clearly to non-technical audiences
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities
A practical, problem-solving mindset focused on implementation and usability
Comfortable in matrixed environments, influencing via collaboration vs. authority

Equal Opportunity Employer

IREX seeks to attract the best-qualified candidates who support IREX’s mission and who respect and promote excellence through diversity. IREX is committed to equal opportunity and follows recruitment and selection practices that comply with all applicable employment laws. To this end, IREX recruits, hires, trains, and promotes individuals based on merit and experience.

Special Notes

We conduct background checks on all successful candidates.
At present, IREX does not sponsor for employment: Valid proof of unrestricted authorization to work in the applicable IREX office is required.

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