Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Consultant

• Location: Must be available for in-person meetings in the GTHA and at YCI’s office in Toronto
• Term: March 1 – Dec 31, 2026
• Level of Effort: ~10 days initial engagement, up to 30 days
• Compensation: $500-$800 per day (final rate based on applicant’s relevant skills and experience)
• Start Date: February, 2026
• Application Deadline: February 4, 2026

About Youth Challenge International (YCI)

Youth Challenge International (YCI) is accelerating youth innovation for good. Together with young leaders and innovators, we are creating a better future where people, planet and profit can thrive. We are going all in on the bold ideas, skills and ventures that will get us there. In over 30 countries, YCI has teamed up with young people and partner organizations to transform complex challenges into sustainable solutions; collectively, we learn fast, fail smart, and turn insights into action. We believe that a better world can – and will – be built by the next generation.

Consultancy Summary

YCI is expanding its portfolio of youth innovation programs in Canada. To support this work, YCI is seeking a consultant with expertise in monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) to design learning plans and tools and lead program evaluations. The consultancy has the opportunity to expand on a project-basis for programs across Canada.

Scope of Work

This consultancy will include the following focus areas:

• Leading key components of Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning for YCI domestic programs;
• Provide technical leadership for data collection, quality assurance and management of data systems;
• Conduct program evaluations to meet both internal and external MEL requirements, including participant survey design, key informant interviews and focus groups;
• Lead key components of research, data analysis and reporting, for both internal learning and donor reporting;
• Developing recommendations for future programs based on research, participant outcomes and feedback; and
• Provide technical assistance to YCI staff, volunteers and partners related to MEL, including training and capacity building.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience in monitoring, evaluation and learning in the nonprofit sector;
• Strong grasp of industry best practices in survey design, interviewing and sampling methodologies;
• Exceptional ability to analyze quantitative and qualitative data, including producing high-quality data visualizations, presentations and reports;
• Experience training and coaching team members in alignment with MEL strategies;
• Strong understanding and ability to learn relevant technology and systems (such as Power BI, DoveTail, AirTable, Canva, Office Suite, Zoom);
• Preference given to those with experience related to youth employment, leadership, digital skills and/or innovation;
• Fluency in English is required; French is an asset

Learn more and apply at: https://yci.org/careers/