Senior Manager

Position Title: Senior Manager – M & E and ImpactDepartment:Impact | Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Location:Bengaluru Reporting To:Director – New Initiatives and Impact Organization:United Way Bengaluru (UWBe) Type:Full-timeAbout United Way Bengaluru United Wayis the world’s oldest and largest privately funded charity, with a rich legacy of over137 yearsand a presence in40+ countriesthrough1,100+ local chapters. Collectively, we raise nearlyUSD 5 billion annuallyand engage more than2.5 million corporate and community volunteersacross the globe. Established in2008,United Way Bengaluru (UWBe)works to create sustainable and scalable impact in urban and rural communities in and around Bengaluru. We collaborate with communities, institutions, corporates, and government bodies tounlock collective potentialanddrive measurable social change. Our focus areas include: Enhancing access toquality education Improvinghealthcare services Empoweringmarginalized communities Promotingenvironmental sustainability UWBe also plays a pivotal role inemployee volunteering and CSR engagement, enabling individuals and organizations to make meaningful contributions to society. 🌐Learn more:Role Overview: TheSenior Manager – M & E and Impactwill lead the strategic planning, implementation, and enhancement of robust M&E systems across all programs and thematic areas. The role emphasizesdata-driven decision-making,impact measurement,team leadership, andcross-functional collaboration. The incumbent will play a pivotal role in strengthening the organization’s evidence-based approach, ensuring high-quality data systems, impactful reporting, and insights that drive innovation, donor confidence, and program excellence.Key Responsibilities: 1. Strategy & Framework Development Lead the design and implementation of M&E strategies, frameworks, and systems across projects and verticals. Developlogical frameworks, results frameworks, KPIs, and Theories of Changealigned with program goals. Ensure alignment of M&E systems withdonor requirements, organizational impact metrics,and on-ground realities. Foster an environment ofevidence-based decision-making and adaptive learningacross teams. 2. Research, Evaluation & Insights Design and managebaseline, midline, endline, and impact evaluations. Conduct and synthesizesecondary researchto strengthen program strategy and design. Ensure high-quality data collection, validation, and analysis through internal teams or external agencies. Translate M&E data intoinsightsfor advocacy, fundraising, and program refinement. 3. Capacity Building & Team Leadership Lead, mentor, and develop the M&E team, fostering a culture of learning and accountability. Build the capacity ofproject teams and partner agencieson M&E tools and best practices. Promote organization-wide understanding and ownership of M&E processes. 4. Data Management & Reporting Establish and managecentralized, technology-enabled MIS systemsfor real-time monitoring. Create and disseminatedashboards, analytical reports, and data visualizationsfor diverse stakeholders. Maintain arepositoryof M&E frameworks, tools, datasets, and field documentation. 5. Field Support & Quality Assurance Conduct regularfield visitsto monitor progress, validate data, and ensure adherence to M&E standards. Support program teams ininterpreting datafor timely course correction and improved outcomes. Provide hands-on guidance forquality assurancein implementation and reporting. 6. Stakeholder Engagement Supportresource mobilization effortsby contributing data-driven insights to proposals and donor reports. Represent UWBe at internal reviews, donor meetings, and external forums with evidence-backed presentations. Collaborate withgovernment and technical partnersto strengthen sectoral monitoring practices. 7. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely withvertical leadsto design M&E systems tailored to each thematic area. Partner withCommunications, Partnerships, and Finance teamsto integrate data for storytelling, compliance, and reporting.Required Skills & Competencies: Proven expertise inM&E strategy, research design, and statistical analysis. Strong leadership, mentoring, communication, and presentation skills. Demonstrated experience inCSR, development, or nonprofitsettings. Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and field teams across regions. Proficiency inExcel, Power BI/Tableau, SPSS/STATA/R,and data collection platforms (ODK, Kobo, SurveyCTO).Qualifications: Graduate/Postgraduate inDevelopment Studies, Public Policy, Statistics, Economics, or related disciplines. 15+ yearsof relevant experience, with at least10 years in core M&E leadership roles(preferably in CSR or nonprofit sectors). Fluency inEnglish and Hindi; proficiency inKannadapreferred. Willingness totravelto project locations as required.Compensation: INR 20–24 LPA + Variable Pay of INR 1–2 Lakhs, based on prior experience, qualifications, and subject expertise.How to Apply:Please send yourupdated CVand acover letterexplaining your interest and fit for the role to:hr@uwbengaluru.org(only applications/Profiles received through email will be considered)Subject Line:Application for Senior Manager – Monitoring & Evaluation United Way Bengaluru is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All applications will be reviewed against the job requirements, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted for next steps.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Selection Process: Shortlisting:Based on application quality and alignment with role requirements (with evaluator notes). First Round:Interview withSriram (Reporting Manager). Second Round:Interview withVenkat (In-person). Third Round:Interview withRajesh (In-person). Fourth Round:HR Discussion– cultural fit, compensation, and logistics. Final Step:Reference checks, salary confirmation, and offer issuance.