Programme Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (PMEL) Advisor

WWF is one of the world's largest environmental organizations with a presence in nearly 100 countries.

We work to stop the destruction of nature and create a future where people live in harmony with nature. WWF works knowledge-based and purposefully to create solutions to the underlying causes of climate change and loss of nature. Our values are courage, respect, integrity and collaboration. We are now looking for a...

Programme Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (PMEL) Advisor (Temporary 2-year position)

WWF-Norway is seeking a skilled and motivated Programme Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (PMEL) Advisor to strengthen results-based management across our international conservation and development portfolio.

The PMEL Advisor will lead Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) work across WWF-Norway's international programme portfolio, ensuring high-quality programme monitoring, data management, analysis and reporting in line with WWF-Norway's Results-Based Management (RBM) system and MEL framework.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and provide technical oversight of Results-Based Management (RBM) and Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) across WWF-Norway's international programme portfolio.

• Manage and quality assure results monitoring, annual programme reviews, and reporting processes throughout the programme management cycle, ensuring high-quality reporting to management and donors.

• Develop, maintain and strengthen MEL systems, routines, and tools, including baseline management, outcome-level target tracking and programme performance monitoring.

• Support programme advisors and partners in results-based programme management, including results framework, evaluations, adaptive management and learning.

• Contribute to the design of programmes and grant proposals, including theories of change, results frameworks, indicators and monitoring approaches, while building MEL capacity among colleagues and partners.

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for a collaborative and analytical professional with strong expertise in monitoring, evaluation and learning, results-based management, data analysis, and programme performance measurement. You are able to work independently, provide practical advice to colleagues and partners, and deliver high-quality work within deadlines.

Qualifications:

• Degree in social sciences, statistics or related field.

• Experience from the INGO sector and working with projects funded by institutional donors.

• Experience in developing and implementing MEL system and plans related to development programming.

• Experience with RBM concepts and principles and in capturing and translating project evidence for capacity building.

• Experience in both quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis.

• Experience in working with international development partners, international non-governmental organisations and donors.

• Strong digital skills, including experience with relevant IT tools, and preferably competence in the use of artificial intelligence (AI).

• Fluency in English, both written and verbal.

• Proficiency in Norwegian is an advantage.

We offer:

• A highly welcoming and inclusive work environment with skilled, dedicated and supportive colleagues.

• An opportunity to make a real impact in a respected, knowledge-based environmental organization that is part of an international network.

• A 37.5-hour work week with flexible working hours and a paid lunch break.

• Modern and centrally located office in Oslo.

• Flexible home office arrangements.

• Attractive employee benefits, including subsidized lunch, exercise during work hours, support for public transportation, and reimbursement for home office internet expenses.

• Competitive pension and insurance schemes.

Applications and CV must be in English.

Deadline: 5 September, 2026.

For questions about the position, please contact Steven McQueen (Team Lead, International Conservation and Development) on steven.mcqueen@wwf.no

About WWF
WWF-Norway has 75 employees and modern offices in central Oslo. Our annual turnover is approximately NOK 260 million, funded by public grants, private donors, and the Norwegian Postcode Lottery.

WWF-Norway work both nationally and internationally to slow down climate change, halt environmental degradation on land and at sea, and protect the natural resources we all depend on.

We do this by influencing political decisions for systemic change, practicing rights-based and inclusive nature conservation, and increasing public engagement in support of change.

We support international conservation and development projects in Africa, Asia and Latin America. This work is carried out in collaboration with local communities, local organizations, and authorities.

We also work actively to reduce our own footprint through measures such as annual carbon budgets for all our travel.

Our engaged, motivated, and welcoming colleagues look forward to having you on the team!