Senior Director, Impact Strategy & Innovation

Evidence Action

Director of Impact Strategy & Innovation overseeing Evidence Action's MLE function for strategic growth. Leading evaluations and evidence systems to enhance organizational decision-making.

Posted 5/4/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $155,000 - $185,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own and drive Evidence Action's approach to new program evaluation
Develop and maintain centralized MLE systems for sharing, tracking, and applying evidence internally and externally
Lead the development of Evidence Action's learning agenda
Provide strategic MLE oversight for new program development and accelerator processes
Identify and address cross-program monitoring blind spots and systemic risks
Champion the strategic use of data, technology, and AI

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of progressive experience in monitoring, evaluation, and learning in a global development context
Advanced degree in a relevant field (economics, public health, social science, statistics, or related)
Expert in program evaluation design and methodology
Demonstrates a track record of developing Directors or senior leaders
Publications, conference presentations, or other external thought leadership are a strong positive signal
Experience building or transforming MLE systems within an organization
Can fluently switch communication styles across donors, board members, and non-technical audiences
Familiarity with the application of data technology and AI

Benefits

Comp & perks

international health care
HSA/FSA options
life insurance
disability coverage
retirement plans with a matching component
generous and flexible leave options
other employee perks on a reimbursement basis

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Hard Skills & Tools

program evaluation designevaluation methodologymonitoring and evaluationdata analysisstatistical analysisMLE systems developmentevidence applicationstrategic oversightrisk assessmentdata technology

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationstrategic thinkingcross-program collaborationadaptabilitythought leadershipstakeholder engagementproblem-solvingmentorshippresentation skills