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Serve where you’re needed mostMonitoring Evaluation and Reporting Specialist
Health
Job highlights
- Exchange knowledge with dedicated health professionals in southeastern Africa.
- Make lasting connections with colleagues and the community.
- Learn about the numerous tribes and their dance-filled traditions in person.
Malawi • Africa
In partnership with: Kamuzu University of Health Sciences and CARVE Africa
Applications are now closed. View current openings.
Apply by
January 15, 2026Know by
April 1, 2026Depart on
August 22, 2026Duration
12 monthsAbout the project
If you can transform data into reports and stories that showcase evidence into action, Malawi is the place for you!
Partner organizations in Malawi struggle with inadequate monitoring and evaluation systems, which hinders their ability to track program progress and make informed data-driven decisions. Due to limited resources, staff have not yet had an opportunity to learn how to develop monitoring and evaluation tools from scratch. Technical expertise is needed to introduce data analysis and reporting methods, support the development of monitoring and evaluation frameworks, and develop staff capacities.
As Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting Specialist, you will collaborate with staff to develop or strengthen data frameworks, tools, and collection systems. Together, you will equip the teams with the skills and tools needed to maximize their impact.
Learn more about what Volunteers do in country by visiting our Malawi project page.
Required skills
Qualified candidates will have the following criteria:
Competitive candidates must meet all of the following criteria:
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in Public Health, International Development, Statistics, Social Science, or related field
AND
2 or more years of experience with monitoring, evaluation and learning, including experience with M&E tools and software/systems
Language: There are no pre-requisite language requirements for this position.
Required behavioral competencies
These competencies are essential for all service assignments and are assessed in the application and interview process:
Motivation for and commitment to service
Adaptability and open-mindedness
Problem solving and resourcefulness
Behavioral maturity and professionalism
Photos from Malawi
How you and the community will make an impact together:
Develop and strengthen monitoring and evaluation (M&E) frameworks, tools, and data collection systems to track progress across programs.
Provide one-on-one mentorship, training sessions, and collaborative fieldwork.
Design evaluation strategies that are contextually appropriate and user-friendly.
Conduct routine data review, quality assurance, analysis, dissemination, and technical support.
Guide staff in identifying key indicators and outcomes that reflect both quantitative and qualitative program success.
Develop user-friendly dashboards or reporting formats with corresponding standard operating procedures.
You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as wildlife clubs or malaria education boot camps.
The Volunteer will live independently in a house within 6 miles of the office in the central region of Malawi.
Learn more about the living conditions, including detailed information on culture, communications, housing, and health/crime statistics on our Malawi country page. You can also delve into stories about local communities by reading our blog or Volunteer stories.
Meet a Volunteer in Malawi
Carly M.
Environment and Food Security Educator
"Malawians have taught me what it means to be kind, what it means to be selfless and welcome others with open arms; they have taught me that even in the toughest of times, they know how to spread happiness and keep a smile on their faces."
See full Volunteer profile
After a 2-week orientation on topics such as health and safety, you will move to an urban community where you will collaborate with health-focused organizations. You will work with the partner and your community to assess the local needs and develop a work plan in line with their established goals.
Peace Corps/Malawi will equip you with Chichewa language resources and you may work with a local tutor who can help you build basic language skills to connect with the community.
Only heterosexual couples can be accepted for this program. Each person must apply separately and must qualify for a position in either the same or a different sector than their partner. Couples will live together during training but may separate occasionally for field-based activities. Cohabitating couples are highly encouraged to present themselves as married throughout service due to cultural expectations.
To learn more about serving as a couple in Malawi, visit the country page.
Application process
From application to departure takes around nine months. Learn about the application process for Volunteer opportunities.
Medical/legal clearance
You will need to be cleared medically and legally in order to serve in Malawi. Review information on medical clearance and legal clearance to learn about the process.
