MEL Advisor — Data-Driven Impact & Learning in London

Please note: This is not an active vacancy. We are building a talent pool for future opportunities in this area. If you're interested in being considered when a role becomes available, we'd love to hear from you.

The Centre for Information Resilience (CIR) is an independent organisation dedicated to exposing human rights violations and threats to democracy. We achieve this through open source research, digital investigations, capacity-building with local partners, and collaboration with media to amplify our impact.

CIR was born out of a determination to expose those spreading harm – online and offline – around the world, particularly in areas of violent conflict, such as Ukraine, Sudan and Myanmar. Our projects are at the forefront of efforts to investigate and document human rights abuses, war crimes, harms targeting women and minorities, and influence operations. We work closely with multilateral and national justice accountability bodies.

Joining our talent pool means you'll be among the first to hear when relevant opportunities arise. While there is no guarantee of a position, our talent community is the first place we look when hiring.

• Number of roles: 1
• Clearance: Please note that this role requires UK Security Check (SC) clearance. Please indicate on the application question whether you currently hold SC clearance or are eligible to obtain it.
• Contract Type: Contractor from August 2026 to March 2027, subject to funding being secured.
• Hours needed for this role: Full time
• Location: London (Applicants must be UK-based and able to travel to London at least 2 days per week)
• Closing date: 22nd July 2026 at 23:55pm

As Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Adviser, you will engage with CIR projects at key points in the programme cycle to ensure that:

• Project and MEL design is based on evidence and enables robust assessment of impact.
• Project delivery is shaped by real-time monitoring of results.
• Project assessment is robust and enables CIR and its clients to learn what’s worked, what hasn’t and why, and to adapt accordingly.

While exact responsibilities will vary by project, they will typically include a combination of the following:

• Supporting the development of programme design, theories of change (TOCs) and Results Monitoring Frameworks (RMFs) to ensure these are based on evidence, follow a clear causal logic and are measurable.
• Developing and implementing research and data collection methodologies, ensuring data is collected and analysed accurately and fed into project delivery in line with the agreed MEL plan and client expectations.
• Liaison with programme teams, external partners and stakeholders to coordinate ongoing data collection efforts.
• Supporting and quality assuring monitoring and progress reports, ensuring lessons are identified and integrated into programme delivery on an ongoing basis.
• Conducting monitoring, evaluation and learning reviews to meet client and CIR requirements, assessing progress against theories of change and results framework as well as effectiveness of operational delivery, and making recommendations on improvements.

Essential Criteria:

• Proven track record in monitoring, evaluation and learning efforts, including the ability to develop and implement theories of change, results frameworks and MEL plans for programmes.
• Knowledge and experience of submitting project reporting to meet the standards of UK government donors.
• Knowledge and experience of designing and delivering MEL Frameworks for communications projects.
• Knowledge and experience of qualitative and quantitative research and evaluation techniques, preferably including the use of social media and online tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate technical terminology for lay audiences and to produce clear, concise and timely reporting.
• A highly-organised and methodical approach: collating data from multiple sources to contribute to project monitoring, analysis and reporting, in a timely and efficient manner.
• Strong stakeholder and relationship management skills.

Recruitment Process:

To apply, please submit your CV and complete the application form questions. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, which can be conducted remotely unless specified otherwise. CIR encourages applicants from under-represented communities.

CIR is an equal opportunities employer. If you require adjustments or additional support to complete this process, please let us know in your application.