Monitoring and Results Measurement (MRM) Coordinator

Program: Strongim Bisnis   

Location: Honiara, Solomon Islands

Duration: Full-time, initial contract until 30 April 2026 with possibility of extension

Reports to: Paul Valemei, MRM Manager

Works with: Finance, MRM, Operations and Partnership Teams

Background   

Strongim Bisnis is an innovative pro-business program funded by the Australian Government. 

Strongim Bisnis supports Solomon Islands businesses to increase productivity, access greater income earning opportunities and higher value markets; with the intention of enabling greater resilience and creating jobs. Poverty reduction will be the desired result. Strongim Bisnis also supports the private sector and the Solomon Islands Government to work together effectively to increase opportunities for trade and investment and accelerate business growth. A key focus of the program ensures that Solomon Islands women, youth and people with disability have increased economic opportunities. 

In its third phase of implementation, Strongim Bisnis works with over 40 private sector businesses, civil society organisations and government departments across the country. The program is delivered by a team of 30 personnel, led by a diverse senior management team.

Position Summary

Under the direct supervision of the MRM Manager, the MRM Coordinator supports the achievement of the MRM team Annual workplans, as well as ensures that program monitoring and measurement activities adhere to processes and practices described in the Strongim Bisnis MRM Manual. The MRM Coordinator will also work alongside the MRM Field Researcher to lead research scoping and impact assessment activities. This will range from the initial design of studies, to conducting analysis and final writeup of reports. The MRM Coordinator will also provide support to the MRM Manager during the periodic aggregation of results for program performance reporting to key stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities   

• Lead MRM research and assessment activities, including beneficiary scoping and baseline studies, to early and final impact assessment. These research activities will involve significant domestic travel to outer provincial areas where logistics and communications can be challenging at times. Where applicable, they will also be responsible for managing other Strongim Bisnis staff members- as well as any external enumerators- who may be engaged in those research and assessment activities. 

• Support the MRM Manager in external reviews and/or verifications of MRM systems and results reported. This includes ensuring that the MRM system and results capture practices adheres to both the DFAT monitoring and evaluation guidelines as well as the Donor Committee for Enterprise Development (DCED) standards for measuring achievements in private sector development.

• Will work in collaboration with the Strongim Bisnis Communications team to support their collection of content, and assist in their development of case studies and partner highlights for the purposes of external stakeholder and public communications.

• Will work in collaboration with the MRM Manager to train Strongim Bisnis staff and Partners where appropriate, in MRM systems and data collection requirements.

• Supports the MRM Manager in facilitating internal reflection meetings amongst Strongim Bisnis staff to review Program results and discuss lessons learned from monitoring and results measurement activities.

• When the MRM Manager is not in-country or available, the MRM Coordinator will report directly to the Strongim Bisnis Team Leader, and may be required to represent the MRM team in internal and external stakeholder meetings and events.

Required qualifications, experience, and attributes    

• At least a bachelor’s degree in economics, agriculture, business, social science or related fields. Candidates with an agri-business background will be preferred.

• Previous training in Monitoring and Evaluation, and/or experience in primary data collection and analysis would be a significant advantage.

• Knowledge or experience of women and youth empowerment in development is preferred.

• Computer literate, with the use of Microsoft Excel being essential.

• Able and willing to make field visits to project sites for data verification (routine data audit checks) and technical support where possible.

• Proficiency in English and Solomon Islands Pijin is essential. Must be able to carry-out quality translations from English to Pijin and vice versa. Knowledge and proficiency in other local languages and dialects would be an advantage.

• Must be self-aware with good interpersonal skills to work across a range of cultural contexts and interact with people from different backgrounds and socio-economic status.

• Experience in working with a variety of stakeholders, including at-risk and marginalised individuals and groups in the Solomon Islands would be an advantage.

• Must have the ability to work independently and as part of a team when required.

The following skills/experience would be an advantage:  

• Experience of the private sector in Solomon Islands. 

• A Solomon Islands driving license. 

Strongim Bisnis is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and is committed to promoting the economic empowerment of poor women, men, youth and people with disabilities. Strongim Bisnis expects all staff to share this commitment, and places a high priority on ensuring that only those who share these values are recruited to work for the Program.

How to Apply

Solomon Islanders or third-country residents with work permit should only apply.

Applications should be submitted by 7th December 2025. Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis.

 
Any questions should be sent to operations@Strongimbisnis.sb.com  

Please use the following title: Enquiry Partnership Operations and Compliance Officer

 
Applications should include a one-page cover letter addressing the required qualifications, experience, and attributes, a CV of no more than four pages and the contact details of three professional referees.

This position will be recruited through Adam Smith International (ASI). ASI is committed to continually improving the diversity of our workforce through the attraction, retention, and development of a diverse range of talented people. Women, people with disabilities, Indigenous and ethnic minority groups, and nationals of Pacific countries are encouraged to apply. We want people to be comfortable bringing their whole self to work and recognise that inclusion brings further opportunities for innovation and creativity.