Harris Hill is delighted to be working exclusively with Hand in Hand International to support their search for a Head of Impact to lead the organisation’s Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) function. Reporting to the CEO, this is a newly created role that reflects Hand in Hand’s commitment to delivering highly effective, evidence-led interventions to support entrepreneurs -particularly women entrepreneurs - to thrive. The postholder will oversee Hand in Hand’s organisational MEL framework and systems, as well as develop and implement a MEL strategy that outlines the organisation’s pathway to achieving high-quality results across its interventions and geographies. The strategy will also leverage evidence and learning for thought leadership, systems change, and impact. The Head of Impact will oversee the work of two MEL Advisors and a Data Officer, who support MEL across 20 Hand in Hand International projects. You will guide the MEL Advisors in providing technical expertise and leadership on evaluation methodologies and approaches, including data collection, sampling, analysis techniques, and data visualisation. We are seeking an established leader in Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning, with a strong track record of building and strengthening impact systems within a global development organisation. To be successful, you will have exceptional skills and experience in leading complex research and evaluations, coupled with a robust understanding of the latest quantitative and qualitative methodologies in the sector. The post holder needs to have strong grasp of emerging evaluation techniques - including data collection, sampling, analysis, and visualisation. You will also have demonstrable experience in effective stakeholder management, with the ability to build coalitions and foster lasting buy-in for addressing monitoring and evidence challenges. Experience in large-scale livelihoods, market systems, or gender-transformative programmes is desirable but not essential. As a leading charity recruitment specialist and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to continually improving equitable and inclusive recruitment practices. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality, or other protected characteristics.