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Adroit Associates is a locally rooted social impact firm specializing in four core domains: Research and Analysis, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL), Institutional Strengthening, and Engineering & Infrastructure Advisory (EIA). Established in 2009, we combine conflict-resilient local expertise with rigorous, data-driven methods to design and deliver solutions that create lasting impact in complex and fragile environments.

Headquartered in the United States, with country offices in Afghanistan and Ethiopia, Adroit brings together a global team of professionals who share a deep commitment to driving positive change. Our on-the-ground presence, local partnerships, and strong field logistics enable us to generate reliable evidence, navigate challenging contexts, and support clients in making informed, impact-focused decisions.

We work with governments, civil society organizations, international aid and development agencies, and the private sector to deliver tailored, high-quality services. Leveraging advanced analytics, robust management systems, and technology-enabled collaboration, we help our clients design, implement, and scale interventions that are effective, inclusive, and sustainable for the communities they serve.

Adroit Associates invites qualified and committed Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) professionals to apply for inclusion in our MEL Subject-Matter Expert (SME) Pool for Afghanistan, supporting immediate and upcoming donor-funded assignments.

This call is linked to active and confirmed project pipelines for 2026, including evaluations, third-party monitoring, research, and MEL system strengthening initiatives across multiple provinces. Selected experts will be prioritized for short- and medium-term consultancies that are expected to commence on short notice.

This opportunity is ideal for MEL professionals who want to contribute to high-impact work in complex and fragile contexts while engaging with a trusted and established consulting firm.

Why Work with Adroit Associates?

By joining Adroit Associates’ MEL expert pool, you will:

• Contribute to High-Impact Work: Support evidence-based decision-making across humanitarian, development, and resilience programmes in Afghanistan.
• Access to Immediate & Upcoming Assignments: Be prioritized for rapid deployment to short-term and medium-term MEL consultancies.
• Expand Your Professional Network: Collaborate with experienced national and international experts, donors, and implementing partners.
• Strengthen Your Profile: Engage in diverse assignments across sectors and methodologies, enhancing your technical depth and visibility.
• Work with a Trusted Firm: Join an ISO-certified organization with a strong track record in Afghanistan and other fragile contexts.

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking experienced MEL professionals with demonstrated experience working in Afghanistan, particularly those who are deployment-ready and comfortable operating in complex environments.

Core Technical Expertise (one or more of the following):

• Baseline, midline, and endline evaluations
• Quantitative and qualitative research (household surveys, KIIs, FGDs)
• Third-Party Monitoring (TPM)
• MEL framework, indicator, and tool design
• Sampling design and survey methodology
• Data analysis, visualization, and report writing
• Digital data collection platforms (KoBo, ODK, SurveyCTO, etc.)
• Learning facilitation, adaptive management, and use of evidence

Sectoral Experience (strong asset):

• Food Security & Livelihoods
• WASH
• Health & Nutrition
• Education
• Protection & Gender
• Agriculture & Natural Resource Management (NRM)
• Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)
• Governance & Social Cohesion

Types of Assignments

Rostered experts may be engaged for:

• Short-term and medium-term MEL consultancies and evaluations
• Design of surveys, tools, indicators, and sampling strategies
• Field mission leadership and data quality assurance
• Data analysis, reporting, and presentation of findings
• Training, coaching, and mentoring of local staff and partners
• Sector-specific assessments and learning reviews

Note: Several assignments are expected to be mobilized on short notice. Experts included in this pool will be contacted first based on availability, sectoral fit, and technical expertise.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in social sciences, development studies, economics, statistics, or a related field
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of MEL experience in Afghanistan or comparable fragile contexts
• Languages: Professional proficiency in English; fluency in Dari and Pashto required
• Key Skills:
  • Strong analytical and report-writing skills
  • Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams
  • Willingness and ability to travel to provinces, subject to security conditions
  • High ethical standards, including safeguarding and data protection compliance
  • Familiarity with donor requirements (UN agencies, FCDO, EU, World Bank, etc.)
• Professional Mindset: Collaborative, adaptive, culturally sensitive, and committed to evidence-based programming

Interested candidates should email the following:

1. Updated CV (max 5–7 pages; highlight Afghanistan MEL experience)

2. Daily rate (AFN/USD)

3. Availability status (full-time, part-time, or on-call)

Submission Email: jobs@adroitassociates.org
Email Subject (Mandatory): MEL SME Pool – Afghanistan
Note: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; early applications are strongly encouraged.

jobs@adroitassociates.org