MERL Intern – Monitoring, Evaluation, Research & Learning

About the role

Transparency International Kenya is seeking a motivated MERL Intern to support the Monitoring, Evaluation, Research & Learning (MERL) Coordinator. The role offers hands‑on experience in designing and implementing M&E frameworks for anti‑corruption programmes.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in developing results frameworks, monitoring plans and other MERL products.
• Support capacity assessments and strengthen existing M&E systems.
• Monitor programme activities and track performance indicators.
• Collect, analyse and synthesize data to produce quarterly M&E reports.
• Collate project reports, ensure compliance with reporting requirements and facilitate dissemination of findings.
• Help design and deliver MEL capacity‑building workshops and coaching sessions.
• Contribute to programme planning, strategic plan development and alignment with institutional goals.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality Assurance, Statistics, Project Management, Monitoring & Evaluation, Management or a related social‑science discipline.
• Certification in M&E or project management is an advantage.
• At least three years of relevant experience in programming, monitoring, evaluation, research or quality assurance.
• Proven ability to collect, analyse and synthesize data for decision‑making.
• Experience writing reports, preparing reviews and delivering presentations to stakeholders.

Required skills

• Data collection
• Data analysis
• Statistical analysis
• Report writing
• Presentation preparation

What we offer

• Opportunity to work with a leading anti‑corruption NGO.
• Professional development in monitoring, evaluation and research.
• Exposure to high‑impact programmes and stakeholder engagement.