Impact Assurance Lead - Johannesburg at Allan Gray Orbis Foundation

Objectives of Role

Programmatic with a focus on Measurement, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL)

• Standardised Data Collection: Data will be collected consistently, making it easier to compare results across different programs and initiatives.
• Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks for AG Makers' programs and initiatives.
• Conduct data analysis and present findings to the Management Committee and relevant stakeholders, providing actionable insights for strategic planning and decision-making.
• Support the Makers movement in designing and conduct research projects to assess the impact and effectiveness of AG Makers' interventions.
• Analyse data and produce reports to communicate findings and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders.
• Facilitate learning sessions and workshops to share insights and best practices with the team and partners.
• Develop Events survey and annual surveys administration for all AG Makers events.
• Conduct data analysis (quantitative and qualitative) for all workstreams.
• Conduct Data capturing (quantitative and qualitative) for all workstreams.
• Conduct Data Quality Assurance (quantitative and qualitative)
• Project assistance on key cross functional projects
• Support the Makers Movement team with gathering research literature.
• Conduct effective collaboration and knowledge sharing across Programmes to ensure enhanced quality and impact of programmatic initiatives remain at the forefront. 
•  Perform quarterly and annual programme retrospective, prioritization & plans. 

Stakeholder Relationship Management

• Engage with stakeholders, including partners, funders, and beneficiaries, to gather feedback and insights.
• Maintain strong relationships with external partners, stakeholders, and funders, to effectively communicate impact assessment strategies with donor requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure their needs and expectations are met.
• Communicate programme effectively to all stakeholders including wider public and media.
• Support the development of strong relationships and continually adds to and develops a database of Research partners and institutions.
• Build strong internal relationships with the Allan Gray Makers teams.
• Facilitate and ensure that strategic partnerships align with Allan Gray Makers practices and protocols 

Analysis & Reporting

• Compile programme progress reports for the Makers Hub Manager at agreed intervals.
• Analysing information and data and compiling reports to the Makers Hub Manager on implementation, performance, and impact of Makers Start-up Academy.
• Perform quarterly and annual programme retrospective, prioritization & plans

Annual Budgets/Financial Management

• Provide inputs to Manager on budgets for Measurement, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) elements.

General Administration

• Project Management
• Managing and coordination Team meetings
• Managing team calendar
• Data Collation and organisation
• Development of team communication with various Makers Teams

Experience and Qualifications

Minimum qualification 

• Degree in relevant field.

Preferred Qualification

• Degree in Development Studies, Entrepreneurship, Measurement & Evaluation, or another relevant field.

Minimum Experience

• 3 – 5 years relevant experience in Measurement, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL). Or similar environment working in Entrepreneurial Development/Philanthropy context with a solid understanding of:
• Entrepreneurship
• Measurement & Evaluation 
• Research and Learning
• Data analysis role with a deep understanding of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies
• Analysis, and reporting
• Passion for involvement in Philanthropy mission and experience in entrepreneurial development and/or enterprise development
• Proven ability to conduct in-depth research, measurement, and evaluation
• Willingness and ability to collaborate and align with internal Allan and Gill Gray Philanthropy teams and external subject matter experts
• Project Management skills
• Ability to plan, execute and lead
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualification

• Experience within Measurement, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL).