Call for Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) Consultants

URC; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

URC is seeking qualified MERL Consultants for its roster, requiring experts with experience in monitoring, evaluation, research, and learning. Consultants will engage with diverse clients, leveraging analytical skills and innovation to address health system needs. This role entails a competitive compensation aligned with experience and project scope.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration packages

Collaborative work environment

Commitment to ethical and professional values

Qualifications

• Prior consulting experience with multi-lateral and bilateral donors preferred.
• Proficiency in English is essential; fluency in additional languages is advantageous.
• Experience in MERL thematic areas required.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Communication

Integrity

Accountability

Education

Advanced degree in relevant field

Job description

Call for Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) Consultants

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URC is a globally recognized leader in healthcare quality improvement. Since 1965, we have been committed to building and sustaining resilient health systems by collaborating with partners to implement science-driven, scalable solutions tailored to local needs. We embody our core values: respect, integrity, innovation, collaboration, accountability, and performance excellence.

URC MERL Consultant Roster

URC intends to create a consultant roster for Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) to streamline the process of quickly accessing pre-vetted experts for specific projects or assignments when new business opportunities arise. The roster serves as a general resource pool and does not specify predefined tasks. URC will contact consultants with requests to be included in new bids or existing tasks where URC determines there is a strong fit. Exact responsibilities will be outlined in Terms of Reference for each assignment.

Qualifications and Experience

URC seeks to establish a pool of highly qualified consultants with diverse MERL skills and sector expertise and experience with a broad range of clients. Consultants must meet qualifications tailored to each assignment's unique requirements. Typically, they hold advanced degrees and/or have extensive expertise in one or more MERL thematic areas. Prior consulting experience with multi-lateral and regional development banks, bi-lateral donors and US government agencies (beyond USAID) is highly desirable. Proficiency in English is essential, and for certain assignments, fluency in additional languages may be required or considered advantageous.

Core Competencies

URC emphasizes both value-based and core competencies. While specific functional competencies depend on the nature of the consultancy, the following overarching competencies guide URC’s approach:

• Upholding respect and integrity
• Demonstrating accountability
• Fostering innovation
• Encouraging collaboration
• Delivering performance excellence

Core competencies include:

• Driving mission-focused results
• Ensuring accountability
• Leveraging professional expertise and business acumen
• Employing analytical and strategic thinking
• Excelling in teamwork and relationship management
• Communicating with impact

Work Environment

URC values its workforce as its most significant asset. The organization fosters an ethical, professional, and collaborative environment that prioritizes personal safety and security.

Compensation and Benefits

URC offers competitive remuneration packages aligned with the level and scope of assignments, ensuring fair and attractive compensation for its consultants.

Seniorities and Employment Details

• Seniority level: Entry level

• Employment type: Full-time

• Job function: Other

• Industries: International Trade and Development

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