Job Vacancies at Innovations for Poverty Action
📢 JOB VACANCY: ADVISOR, RIGHT-FIT EVIDENCE (RFE)
Organisation: Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA)
Job Title: Advisor, Right-Fit Evidence (RFE)
Locations: Ghana, Kenya, Côte d’Ivoire, Nigeria, and Uganda
Work Arrangement: Office-based, Hybrid, or Fully Remote
Reports To: RFE Manager
Application Deadline: 1 November 2026
🌍 ABOUT THE ORGANISATION
Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) is a global research and policy nonprofit organisation dedicated to identifying and promoting evidence-based solutions that improve the lives of people living in poverty.
Established in 2002, IPA collaborates with researchers, governments, NGOs, foundations, and other development partners to conduct rigorous research and evaluations that inform effective policies and programmes worldwide.
💼 JOB SUMMARY
IPA is seeking a qualified and motivated Advisor, Right-Fit Evidence (RFE) to provide Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) advisory services to organisations and funders working in the development and humanitarian sectors.
The successful candidate will help partner organisations strengthen programme design, improve data collection and analysis, and use reliable evidence to make informed decisions.
This position offers an opportunity to contribute to impactful development programmes while working with diverse organisations across Africa.
📋 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Technical Capacity Strengthening
– Support partners in developing and improving Theories of Change and MEL frameworks.
– Provide technical advice, coaching, and training on monitoring, evaluation, data collection, survey development, data management, and analysis.
– Prepare analytical reports, advisory documents, and evidence-based recommendations.
– Review project deliverables to ensure accuracy and quality.
– Organise workshops, training sessions, and collaborative learning activities.
– Support project administration, documentation, and work-plan monitoring.
2. Stakeholder Engagement and Partner Management
– Build and maintain strong relationships with partner organisations and external stakeholders.
– Advise NGOs, foundations, and government institutions on programme implementation and strategic challenges.
– Review data collection plans, prototyping activities, and process evaluations.
– Share lessons learned and best practices with colleagues across IPA.
3. Business Development
– Participate in meetings to identify and develop new advisory opportunities.
– Contribute to research methodologies, concept notes, and project proposals.
– Recommend improvements to ongoing and future projects based on evidence and lessons learned.
4. Strategy and Team Development
– Contribute to knowledge management and the development of RFE resources.
– Support at least one objective in the RFE annual strategic plan.
– Promote teamwork, collaboration, and a positive working environment consistent with IPA’s organisational values.
🎓 REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants should possess the following qualifications and skills:
– A Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Public Policy, International Development, Social Science, or a related discipline.
– 2–5 years of relevant professional experience in monitoring, evaluation, and learning; data analysis or management; consulting; project management; research; or international development.
– Strong analytical, quantitative, and conceptual thinking skills.
– Ability to work independently, manage multiple responsibilities, and adapt to changing priorities.
– A strong interest in evidence-based decision-making and international development.
– Excellent written and spoken English.
– Willingness and ability to undertake international travel of up to 20% of working time.
⭐ PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The following qualifications and experience will be an advantage:
– A Master’s degree in a relevant field.
– Previous experience in consultancy or professional advisory services.
– Knowledge of international development and humanitarian programmes.
– Understanding of different data collection and evaluation methods and their appropriate applications.
– Familiarity with Randomized Controlled Trials (RCTs).
– Professional proficiency in Spanish, French, and/or Portuguese.
– Lived or professional experience in Africa or other low- and middle-income countries.
📍 LOCATION AND WORK ARRANGEMENT
Applications are welcome from eligible candidates based in:
🇬🇭 Ghana
🇰🇪 Kenya
🇨🇮 Côte d’Ivoire
🇳🇬 Nigeria
🇺🇬 Uganda
The position may be office-based, hybrid, or fully remote, depending on the agreed working arrangement.
Important: IPA strongly prefers candidates who already have permanent work authorisation in the country where they intend to work.
📝 HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified candidates should review the official vacancy announcement and submit their applications through the recruitment portal.
🔗 Read the Full Job Description
⏰ APPLICATION DEADLINE
1 November 2026
Applicants are encouraged to apply early and carefully review the official announcement for complete application instructions and eligibility requirements.
Successful candidates will also be expected to comply with IPA’s safeguarding standards and policies.
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Disclaimer: This vacancy announcement is provided for informational purposes. Applicants should confirm all requirements and application procedures through the official recruitment channels of Innovations for Poverty Action.
