Reall
Monitoring, Research And Evidence Co-ordinator

Monitoring, Research And Evidence Co-ordinator

Full-time · England, United Kingdom

Job description

Job Title: Monitoring, Research and Evidence Co-ordinator

Reporting to: Programme Lead – Data and Evidence

About the role: To support Reall’s Data and Evidence programme, working with the Programme Lead to continue to develop Reall’s monitoring, evaluation and learning systems, and develop and implement projects collecting and leveraging data and evidence from Reall programmes and wider housing markets in Africa and Asia.

Key Responsibilities

Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL): Support the strengthening and embedding of Reall’s MEL Framework, including the continued updating of Reall’s internal database, and various data collection tools and templates. Work with project partners and wider eco system players to capture MEL data and roll out household surveys. Analyse data and extract learning to inform and improve Reall’s work.
Research and evidence: Build on Reall’s body of evidence on the affordable housing sector, providing understanding of the contexts, issues and opportunities. Support the identification of research, data and evidence gaps and drive solutions. Lead or support on individual research and evidence projects.
Project design: Develop concepts and plans for Data and Evidence project delivery, including generating ideas, preparing content and building new partnerships for delivery of work.
Business development and fundraising: Working alongside Reall’s Fundraising team, manage or support the production of concept notes and project proposals. Manage the design of monitoring frameworks and the provision of data for funder and investor reporting requirements.
Publications and external communication: Manage the regular updates of Reall’s Data Dashboard and support its continued improvement. Produce a variety of public-facing thought pieces, including social media, blog posts, case studies and in-depth external reports.
Relationships and collaboration: Contribute to relationships with external peer organisations, universities, data bodies and practitioners in the UK and internationally. Work with external organisations to explore opportunities, share learning and strengthen Reall’s visibility, reputation through outreach activities.

Additional Responsibilities

Contributing to the continuous improvement of Reall’s services, products, tools, methods,
systems and standards
Serving cross-functionally in the execution of Reall’s annual business plan
Carrying out such other reasonable duties as may be required by the Chief Executive

Changes to Responsibilities

The Chief Executive reserves the right to change the key activities from time-to-time to meet the strategic objectives in accordance with the job role.

Compliance

Comply with the policies and procedures as set out in Reall’s Staff Handbook and all relevant procedures and processes.
Adhere to all relevant Data Protection legislation.
At all times to work in a manner that ensures the health and safety of the post-holder, other staff, colleagues, and visitors to Reall’s premises.

You will be expected to uphold and promote the values and mission of the organization in all aspects of their work by displaying the behaviours we expect of colleagues in Reall:

Curiosity: We foster a culture of curiosity, encouraging questioning and learning to ensure that we stay at the forefront of the affordable housing sector, adapting to evolving challenges and opportunities.

Accountability: We hold ourselves accountable for our actions and outcomes, ensuring that we deliver on our promises and uphold the trust placed in us by our partners and stakeholders.

Respect: We treat every individual with respect, valuing diversity, and fostering inclusive partnerships. We believe that collaboration and mutual respect are essential for achieving meaningful and sustainable impact.

Enterprising: We approach our work with a spirit of entrepreneurship, constantly seeking innovative solutions and pursuing opportunities for growth and improvement.

Other requirements

This role is based in Coventry; we are currently hybrid with homeworking up to three days per week.

The role may include overseas travel.

Package

Salary:

£28,000 - £36,000 per annum, dependent upon experience

Hours:

Normal office hours are 35 hours per week, 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday. We are open to flexible working patterns subject to the objectives and outcomes of the role being met. We are currently working hybrid with blended office and homeworking with the ability to work up to three days from home.

Annual leave:

25 days plus 1 additional day for every year of service, plus an additional day off on your birthday

Probation:

Six months.

Notice period:

One week during probation, two months thereafter

Person Specification

Education: A degree or equivalent professional qualification, ideally in a relevant subject.

Experience: At least one year’s relevant experience in a Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning and/or research role

Key Competencies

Essential

Good computer literacy skills, including in MS Word and MS Excel
Strong written and oral communication skills
Experience in project monitoring and evaluation and/or research
Excellent numeracy skills
Critical information gathering, knowledge management and research skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills suitable for a wide range of audiences including ability to develop relationships with clients and partners.

Desirable:

Understanding of urban development (housing, land rights, water and sanitation)
Experience in project development and fundraising
Experience in using statistical packages, or working with large datasets in MS Excel
One year or more of relevant experience in international development
Practical overseas experience, particularly in Africa or Asia
Understanding of urban development in the global South (housing, land rights, environment, water and sanitation, urban poverty eradication and inclusion etc.)

Personal Qualities