Remote job at Think Equal in Nigeria

THINK EQUAL NIGERIA RECRUITMENT: MONITORING, EVALUATION AND LEARNING COORDINATOR

Organisation: Think Equal
Position: Nigeria Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Coordinator
Location: Remote
Engagement: 12-month independent contractor agreement
Monthly Consultancy Fee: $2,000
Level of Effort: Approximately 40 hours per week, as required
Application Deadline: 26 October 2026

ABOUT THINK EQUAL

Think Equal is an award-winning global education initiative dedicated to building a more just, inclusive, and empathetic world by integrating Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) into early childhood education.

The organisation focuses on children aged 3 to 6, providing educators with educational resources, including original storybooks, lesson plans, and classroom materials designed to promote empathy, inclusion, and emotional development.

Think Equal operates across 36 countries on six continents and has reached more than 550,000 children in 48 languages.

JOB SUMMARY

Think Equal is seeking an experienced Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Coordinator to lead the development and implementation of its MEL systems for its work in Nigeria.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Nigeria Country Manager, the global MEL team, government stakeholders, and implementing partners to ensure effective programme monitoring, reliable data collection, evidence-based decision-making, and long-term sustainability.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning

• Develop an effective MEL strategy and implementation plan for Think Equal’s work in Nigeria.
• Design and adapt MEL tools, reporting templates, and data collection systems to the Nigerian context.
• Establish effective data management systems and routines, including integration with government data systems.
• Monitor programme progress and ensure accurate, consistent, and high-quality data collection.
• Coordinate baseline and endline evaluations to assess programme outcomes and impact.
• Analyse findings and prepare reports that inform programme improvement and decision-making.

Capacity Development and Quality Assurance

• Develop capacity-building plans for government and implementing partner staff.
• Train and support stakeholders in the use of MEL tools, data systems, and reporting procedures.
• Conduct field visits to monitor data collection and verify data quality.
• Ensure compliance with ethical standards, confidentiality requirements, and child safeguarding procedures.
• Develop a MEL sustainability plan to strengthen government ownership and long-term programme monitoring.

Evidence and Advocacy

• Generate evidence and lessons learned to improve programme implementation.
• Contribute to advocacy efforts promoting the integration of Social and Emotional Learning into national curricula, teacher training, and continuing professional development.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Applicants should demonstrate the following:

• At least seven years of experience in monitoring and evaluation of large-scale, national education projects.
• Strong experience working with government institutions, systems, and processes.
• Proven experience leading capacity development in monitoring, evaluation, and learning.
• Strong experience coordinating robust baseline and endline evaluations.
• Excellent data analysis and report-writing skills.
• Strong data management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data collection tools such as Kobo.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience monitoring and evaluating Social and Emotional Learning programmes and Early Childhood Education initiatives.
• Experience in budget management.

CONTRACT AND WORK ARRANGEMENT

• A 12-month consultancy engagement.
• Monthly consultancy fee of $2,000.
• Approximately 40 hours per week, depending on deliverables and programme requirements.
• Fully remote working arrangement, with flexibility over working hours and methods, subject to agreed deadlines and coordination requirements.
• International travel may be required occasionally, subject to advance agreement.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested and qualified candidates should complete the online application form before the deadline.

Application Form

Download the Terms of Reference

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 26 OCTOBER 2026

Qualified professionals with extensive MEL experience, particularly in large-scale education programmes and government collaboration, are encouraged to apply.