Application Guide

How to Apply for Senior Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Manager

at EIDU

🏢 About EIDU

EIDU is a nonprofit organization that leverages low-cost shared devices to deliver adaptive digital literacy and numeracy programs in public schools across Kenya and Nigeria. Working at EIDU means contributing to scalable, evidence-based solutions that directly impact educational outcomes for thousands of children in underserved communities.

About This Role

As the Senior M&E Manager, you will lead the design and implementation of M&E frameworks and impact evaluations for education technology programs in Nigeria. Your work will directly inform program improvements and provide critical evidence to governments and funders, shaping the future of edtech in the region.

💡 A Day in the Life

Your day might start with a virtual meeting with the Nigerian field team to review data collection progress for an ongoing evaluation, followed by analyzing preliminary data to identify trends. In the afternoon, you might draft an M&E framework for a new program or meet with a state education official to align on research protocols, ending the day by mentoring junior staff on data quality checks.

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🎯 Who EIDU Is Looking For

  • Holds a Ph.D. in social sciences, data science, or education, with over 6 years of M&E experience in international development or education programs, ideally in Sub-Saharan Africa.
  • Proven expertise in designing and leading rigorous impact evaluations, including RCTs, from instrument design to analysis and reporting.
  • Strong ability to build M&E systems, SOPs, and tools, and to manage complex data collection processes in low-resource settings.
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging government ministries and funders, and a deep understanding of the Nigerian education landscape.
  • Passionate about using data to drive social impact and improving learning outcomes for marginalized children.

📝 Tips for Applying to EIDU

1

Tailor your CV to highlight specific RCTs and large-scale evaluations you have led, including your role in instrument design, fieldwork, and analysis, using metrics like sample size and impact.

2

In your cover letter, explicitly connect your experience with digital education or technology-based programs and explain how you can apply this to EIDU's adaptive learning model.

3

Demonstrate your knowledge of the Nigerian education sector by referencing specific states or challenges, showing you understand the context where EIDU operates.

4

Showcase your ability to build M&E frameworks from scratch and standardize processes, as this is a key part of the role.

5

If possible, provide examples of how you have translated evaluation findings into actionable recommendations for program improvement and policy.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Highlight your Ph.D. and 6+ years of M&E experience, specifically emphasizing your expertise in designing and implementing RCTs in education or international development.', 'Emphasize your experience working with government stakeholders and your ability to build partnerships with ministries of education, particularly in Nigeria or similar contexts.', 'Stress your proficiency in developing M&E systems, tools, and SOPs that are practical and scalable in low-resource settings.', "Express genuine passion for EIDU's mission of improving literacy and numeracy through technology and your interest in contributing to evidence-based edtech solutions."]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review EIDU's website and any published impact reports to understand their current programs, evidence base, and the technology they use.
  • → Research the education policy environment in Nigeria, particularly the states where EIDU operates, to understand government priorities and potential challenges.
  • → Look into similar edtech M&E roles or organizations to understand industry standards and best practices for measuring learning outcomes in low-income settings.
  • → Explore EIDU's partnerships and funders to understand what kind of evidence they expect and how your work would contribute to broader goals.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a complex RCT you led from start to finish. What were the biggest challenges in instrument design, fieldwork, and analysis, and how did you overcome them?
2 How would you adapt your M&E approach to account for the variability in school environments and device access in Nigerian public schools?
3 Given EIDU's adaptive learning platform, how would you measure not just learning outcomes but also engagement and usage patterns?
4 How would you build trust and collaboration with state education ministries to ensure research compliance and data sharing?
5 What experience do you have with designing data collection tools for low-literacy populations or young children, and how do you ensure data quality?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic application that does not mention Nigeria or the specific focus on literacy/numeracy programs.
  • Underemphasizing your experience with RCTs or other rigorous evaluation methods, which are central to this role.
  • Failing to demonstrate your ability to work in low-resource settings or with government entities, which is critical for this position.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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