Impact Manager - Reporting, Data and Analytics (Acumen East or West Africa)

Core responsibilities:

• Design and implement technology solutions for programmatic MEL framework, potentially adapting existing solutions like Salesforce and Google Sheets or creating new ones
• Develop and maintain routine reporting systems for key metrics and KPIs, including financial KPIs for companies, using tools like Power BI or Airtable
• Ensure data collection and management follow best practices, including data consent, use, management, retention, reporting, protection and security approaches
• Build capacity among team members and partners to use technology for MEL implementation and develop training materials and sessions

This role creates positive change by designing and implementing data and analytics systems that support Acumen's transformative business and economic empowerment programme across Africa, with a strong focus on young women, helping to break the cycle of poverty through data-driven decision-making.

Required skills and qualifications:

• At least 8 years of professional experience, including at least 3 years in developing and managing data systems, MEL databases, and reporting tools
• Strong hands-on experience in Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) for complex, multi-country programmes
• Experience building or using Salesforce-based data management and reporting systems, and familiarity with Power BI, Airtable, or similar tools
• Experience in Impact Linked Finance / Value for Money / SROI / Cost-Benefit analysis, and experience working in multi-country, matrix-managed environments

No specific benefits, compensation, or salary information mentioned in the job posting.

Acumen is a global force of entrepreneurs, investors, philanthropists, and social innovators working together to build a world based on dignity. They invest in transformational companies, build sustainable markets, and prepare leaders with the tools they need to create a more just and inclusive future, impacting over half-a-billion lives since 2001.