Vacancy: Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (PMEL) Advisor — NLR

NLR is a strong believer in collaboration. NGOs with the same mission in Brazil, Indonesia, India, Nepal and Mozambique are part of the NLR Alliance and supported by our international office (IO) based in Amsterdam. The PMEL Advisor is responsible for the development and implementation of NLR’s PMEL policy and tools, so that members of the alliance and other partners can measure progress, gain insight into the efficiency and impact of the work, be transparent, learn and put what has been learned into practice. The PMEL Advisor also provides support to the development and proper functioning of the NLR Alliance as a whole.

What will you do as a PMEL Advisor?

Development and execution of the NLR PMEL policy: You promote and guide the application of the PMEL guidelines and tools across the NLR Alliance, further developing and refining them in line with our multi-annual strategy (MAS). You promote the implementation and monitoring of the organisation’s Theory of Change (ToC) as the impact framework of our programmes and projects.
NLR Alliance monitoring and support: You participate in NLR’s annual planning and reporting cycle at the IO and Alliance levels, coordinating project reviews, audits, evaluations and learning moments. You develop and update the monitoring tools and documents that are the foundation of the Alliance.
Project/programme data management: You are responsible for the consolidated data from the organisation’s PMEL system, necessary for the information needs of all stakeholders. As needed, you support PMEL in major programmes and projects.
Advise & Capacity strengthening: By guiding, training and advising colleagues of NLR, you strengthen PMEL in the alliance. You will also collaborate with the Institutional Funding and Fundraising & Communications teams on proposals.
We work in a small team, and when necessary, you will assist colleagues within the International Office with additional tasks related to proposals, reporting and quality control.

Your profile and experience

You are able to bring together results achieved, lessons learned, new knowledge and innovative developments and use them for management information, organisational learning and communication to external donors and partners. As a connector, you can easily establish relationships between people and areas of work. You enjoy working together in a team and have experience working in a dynamic, multicultural environment. You recognise yourself in the core values of NLR: results-orientation, connection and flexibility.

Furthermore, we are looking for a candidate with the following knowledge and skills:

A Masters level degree in a relevant discipline;
A minimum of 5 years of experience in a PMEL-related position (international experience is a plus);
Experience in the use and application of the Theory of Change and Outcome Harvesting methodologies;
Experience in connecting theory and practice in international projects;
Experience working in an NGO or alliance is an advantage;
Excellent command of the English language.

We offer

At NLR, you will be part of a highly engaged, passionate, and international team working together toward a world without leprosy. You will have the opportunity to grow within an international and people-focused work environment. In addition, we offer an extensive benefits package:

A one-year contract with the possibility of extension.
A monthly salary based on experience, ranging from €4,032 to €5,646 gross for a full-time position (38 hours per week).
8% holiday allowance.
4% year-end bonus.
25 vacation days (based on a full-time contract).
Hybrid working environment.
Home office allowance.
Full reimbursement of public transport costs (2nd class).
A personal budget that can be used for well-being, home office setup, etc.
A company laptop.
Pension scheme through the Pensioenfonds Zorg en Welzijn.

Our office is conveniently located near Amstel Station in Amsterdam, and you will have the flexibility to alternate between working from home and the office, with a budget to set up your home workspace as desired. We value a healthy and positive work environment, offering weekly yoga sessions at the office. Plus, we provide high-quality coffee (with oat/regular milk) and sparkling water to keep you energised!

Will you join our team?
If you’re interested, apply by Friday 4 April 2025, by sending your CV and motivation letter to vacaturesNLR@leprastichting.nl.

For more information, please contact Duane Hinders, head of Programmes, Research & Partnerships department at d.hinders@nlrinternational.org.

NLR is committed to equal opportunities for all. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply. If you meet the profile requirements, we would love to hear from you.

Our preference is for candidates who live in the Netherlands – or are willing to relocate – and hold a valid work permit.

About NLR

Leprosy still exists today. This ancient disease impacts the lives and futures of hundreds of people every day. Leprosy affects the most marginalized communities. Every two minutes, someone is diagnosed with leprosy, leading to being ostracized by family, household, friends, and neighbours. They become socially isolated and give up on their education, work, and dreams. Disabilities caused by leprosy fuel stigma and discrimination. Social exclusion is a direct result of a lack of awareness, knowledge and understanding about the disease and how leprosy spreads. Totally unnecessary. The solutions are already available. We can cure leprosy. We can even prevent leprosy. No one needs to give up their life or dreams for this. With warmth and respect, we can help persons affected by leprosy. With knowledge and collaboration, this disease should be eradicated within a generation. Our generation. After all these centuries, we are almost there. A world without leprosy and its consequences.

NLR fights leprosy in cooperation with organisations in Mozambique, India, Indonesia, Nepal and Brazil and other international partners. As an active partner in international networks such as the Global Partnership for Zero Leprosy and the International Federation of Anti-Leprosy Associations (ILEP), together we make a significant impact towards our mission.

NLR, in the Netherlands better known as Leprastichting, is an ANBI with CBF recognition and is supported by 45,000 donors and leading institutional donors including the Nationale Postcode Loterij.

For more information visit our websites: https://nlrinternational.org and www.leprastichting.nl