25 Aug
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Jobgether
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Canada
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Impact & Knowledge Management Lead based in Canada.
This is a strategic opportunity to strengthen how an international organization measures impact, integrates data, and turns evidence into actionable knowledge. You will help shape organization-wide measurement frameworks, reporting systems, dashboards, and knowledge products that support informed decision-making. Working across program teams, technical leaders, IT, and senior leadership, you will connect data and evidence with organizational strategy and performance.
The role combines hands-on data integration with research, learning, and performance management responsibilities. You will contribute to demonstrating impact across agri-food and inclusive market systems while strengthening organizational accountability and learning. This position is well suited to an experienced international development professional who enjoys translating complex information into clear insights and practical recommendations.
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Accountabilities:
- Impact Measurement & • Data Integration:
Support the development and implementation of organization-wide impact measurement systems, frameworks, and key metrics aligned with strategic priorities.
- Coordinate the integration and streamlining of databases, CRM systems, project systems, and business intelligence dashboards to improve the consistency and efficiency of organizational reporting.
- Ensure datasets are clean, validated, harmonized, and accessible across regions and departments, while identifying data gaps and contributing to system improvements.
- Support data governance, standardization, and metadata practices to strengthen the quality and reliability of organizational information.
- Organizational Reporting & • Performance Management:
Lead the preparation and consolidation of quarterly performance reports and annual results summaries, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, KPIs, and donor requirements.
- Manage and continuously improve the organization’s Balanced Scorecard in collaboration with leadership and functional teams.
- Develop dashboards and data visualization tools that communicate performance trends and insights clearly to senior leadership and Board-level audiences.
- Knowledge Management, Research & • Learning:
Partner with technical leads and project teams to develop research and knowledge products, including case studies, learning briefs, synthesis reports, and sector analyses.
- Synthesize data and evidence to demonstrate contributions to agri-food systems, inclusive market systems, communities, and broader development outcomes.
- Coordinate selected summative and ex-post evaluations, thought leadership initiatives, and systematic capture of lessons learned and best practices.
- Contribute to strengthening the organization’s evidence base and Theory of Change.
- Capacity Strengthening & • Quality Assurance:
Provide technical guidance to project teams on data, reporting, learning, and knowledge management processes while supporting quality assurance across data collection, analysis, and reporting.
- Collaborate with regional IKM leads, technical teams, IT, and communications to align data, reporting, and knowledge outputs.
- Help strengthen staff capabilities in data use, reporting standards, and knowledge management while promoting a culture of evidence-based decision-making and continuous learning.
- Support strategic initiatives led by the Director and coordinate with external consultants on research and evaluation projects as needed.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree combined with a relevant professional qualification in a related field.
- At least 7 years of professional experience in international development, including substantial experience with research and impact measurement.
- Demonstrated expertise in data integration, organizational reporting, data analytics, and relevant analytics or business intelligence software.
- Experience working in international or multi-country environments and familiarity with donor-funded programs and reporting requirements.
- Strong understanding of impact measurement, organizational performance management, research, learning, and evidence-based decision-making.
- Ability to work effectively across programs, technical functions, IT, communications, and senior leadership, acting as a connector between different teams and areas of expertise.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to transform complex data and concepts into clear, accessible insights.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities, with attention to data quality and detail.
- Ability to develop high-quality reports, dashboards, research products, and other knowledge outputs for diverse audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to provide technical guidance, build organizational capacity, and influence stakeholders without relying solely on formal authority.
- Understanding and appreciation of business principles, international development, and market-based approaches to poverty reduction.
- Willingness and ability to undertake regular international travel to developing countries.
- Ability to work legally in Canada throughout the employment period; work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.
Benefits:
- Salary range of $82,000–$90,000 CAD.
- Full-time, remote position based in Canada.
- Prospect to contribute to international development initiatives focused on inclusive economic opportunities, agri-food systems, and poverty reduction.
- Strategic role with organization-wide visibility and the opportunity to influence impact measurement, performance management, research, and knowledge practices.
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams across regions and functions.
- Opportunities to contribute to thought leadership, evaluations, organizational learning, and evidence generation.
- Meaningful opportunity to strengthen data-driven decision-making and demonstrate measurable development impact.
- Inclusive workplace that welcomes people from diverse genders, backgrounds, religions, cultures, nationalities, and abilities.
- Accommodations available upon request for candidates participating in the selection process.
- Expected start date: August–September 2026.
nHow Jobgether works:
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
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📌 Impact & Knowledge Management Lead (Canada)
🏢 Jobgether
📍 Canada