Head of Impact

Permanent employee, Full or part-time · Netherlands Remote, Germany (Berlin), United Kingdom Remote, Poland Remote, USA Remote, South Africa Remote

Role Summary

The Head of Impact will lead and strengthen ProVeg International's ability to measure, evaluate and communicate its impact, ensuring that the organisation continuously improves its strategic approach to replacing global animal consumption by 50% by 2040. This leadership role will oversee and strengthen the organisation's Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) framework, driving data-driven decision-making, learning and transparency across all departments.

Working closely with the International Operations, Fundraising, Communications and Research teams, the Head of Impact will design and implement a robust impact strategy that informs both internal learning and external reporting. The role will also supervise the existing MEL team (currently comprising a Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Manager and a Monitoring & Evaluation Manager), providing strategic guidance and leadership to ensure ProVeg maximises its impact.

Job Details

Reports to: Institutional Engagement & Partnership Director, Senior Leadership Team
Department: Institutional Engagement & Partnership
Location: Remote (Ideally in Poland, Netherlands, UK, South Africa, US (East Coast ideally) or Germany)
Hours: 28–40 hours per week (depending on preference)
Salary: dependent on experience and location, e.g. £45-£50k in the UK

Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership & Impact Framework Development

Lead the development and implementation of ProVeg International’s impact strategy to align with the organisation’s mission and long-term objectives
Oversee the refinement of the Theory of Change and Logical Frameworks, ensuring their integration into organisational planning and decision-making
Provide strategic leadership on impact measurement across ProVeg’s projects and campaigns, ensuring that findings directly inform programme improvements
Work closely with senior leadership to embed a culture of impact-driven decision-making and communication across the organisation

2. Organisational Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL)

Ensure the continuous improvement of ProVeg’s MEL framework, fostering cross-departmental accountability so that data can be systematically collected and used to inform organisational strategy, fundraising efforts, and external engagement
Oversee the design and management of KPIs and OKRs, establishing clear accountability mechanisms to ensure consistent and reliable data collection across departments and refine processes to improve ongoing tracking of organisational progress
Guide the MEL team in developing and implementing best-practice evaluation methodologies, including qualitative and quantitative approaches
Lead the preparation of impact reports, annual reviews, and internal learning documents to effectively communicate ProVeg’s achievements
Work with the Communications and Fundraising teams to disseminate impact insights to external stakeholders through various channels (newsletters, website, social media, etc.)

3. Project & Programme Evaluation

Expand and systemise the evidence base supporting impact assessments of ProVeg's interventions ensuring that insights inform strategic decision-making and strengthen fundraising narratives.
Integrate academic, intervention-level and programme best practice MEL insights into ProVeg’s impact assessments
Oversee the evaluation of key strategic initiatives, ensuring robust methodologies are applied to assess their effectiveness and scalability
Collaborate with project managers and national teams to co-design MEL frameworks tailored to different interventions that are practical for implementation, and both aligned with strategic decision-making and donor reporting needs
Ensure evaluation studies and impact assessments are conducted systematically, with findings used to refine future programming
Establish processes for capturing and sharing lessons learned, driving organisational adaptation and effectiveness

4. Data Management & Reporting

Provide oversight on the integrity, accessibility, visualisation, and strategic use of impact data by continuously improving organisation-wide KPI and impact measurement systems, leveraging automation where feasible, and ensuring data is presented in clear, easily understandable formats (e.g. Google Looker Studio dashboards) for effective interpretation and application
Ensure the quality, consistency, and security of organisational data, adhering to GDPR and ethical data collection standards
Support ProVeg’s research initiatives by guiding the analysis and interpretation of impact data in collaboration with the Research team
Advise on best practices for using impact data in external advocacy, fundraising proposals, and strategic partnerships

5. Leadership & Team Management

Manage and support the MEL team and its budget, ensuring clarity of roles, effective collaboration, and professional development opportunities
Foster an environment of learning, innovation, and knowledge-sharing within the MEL team and across the organisation
Represent ProVeg International externally in networks, partnerships, and sector-wide discussions on impact and evaluation

Qualifications

Essential Skills & Experience

Strong expertise (5+ years) in impact evaluation, monitoring, and learning within the non-profit, advocacy, or international development sector
Experience in leading impact strategies and MEL frameworks in a multi-country, cross-functional context
Strong knowledge of qualitative and quantitative evaluation methodologies and their practical application in order to conduct thorough impact assessments
Experience with quantitative research tools such as SPSS, R, and STATA, with the ability to apply these tools effectively during data analysis in order to quantify project successes
Background in fundraising impact reporting and using MEL to support grant applications
Familiarity with advocacy impact measurement and the challenges of tracking long-term behaviour change
Expertise in data systems and automation t with proficiency in data management, storage solutions and ETL processes, as well as reporting, and visualisation tools (e.g., Google BigQuery, Google Looker Studio, APIs, Excel, survey platforms)
Demonstrated ability to translate complex impact data into compelling narratives for both internal and external audiences
Excellent leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience managing teams and working across departments
Good understanding of food system transformation and protein diversification
Strong understanding of data protection and GDPR compliance in relation to impact measurement
Passionate about ProVeg’s mission and the role of impact-driven decision-making in achieving social change

Desirable Skills & Experience

Experience with CRM systems, APIs, and automation to improve data collection and reporting efficiency
Experience working remotely and in an international team with multiple country contexts

Benefits of working with us

A strong organisational focus on personal development, with a designated training budget.
Provision of a work laptop.
Flexible, trust-based working arrangements and home-office arrangements.
Career-development support.
Mindfulness programme - free Headspace account for you and up to 5 friends or family members
A workplace that encourages everyone to bring their whole selves to work. We are an inclusive workplace for our diverse employees around the world.
And, last but not least, the opportunity to be part of a great team and work towards a world where everyone chooses delicious and healthy food that is good for all humans, animals, and our planet!

When?

Application deadline: Open until filled
Start date: As soon as possible

Further information

Our Application Procedure
Your application should include a cover letter and CV. Please indicate your motivation for the role and describe how you meet the requirements. Please send us your application using our online form. Thank you!

Important: Please make sure to use your own words and ideas on the cover letter. The goal is for us to know you better in order to assess if this role and your motivation are a good fit. Letters written with AI, or written in a language other than English, will be disregarded.

The upcoming steps include:
1. First interview with People and Culture
2. Online trial task
3. Second interview with hiring team
4. Final decision

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About us

ProVeg International is a food awareness organisation working to transform the global food system by replacing 50% of animal products globally with plant-based and cultivated foods by 2040.

ProVeg engages with all relevant stakeholders to create a food system where everyone chooses delicious and healthy food that is good for all humans, animals, and our planet.

ProVeg has received the United Nations’ Momentum for Change Award and works closely with key UN food and environment agencies.

ProVeg creates global impact, with offices in 14 countries across five continents and more than 220 employees.

Diversity Statement

ProVeg is committed to equal opportunity in employment for all, regardless of ethnic origin, religion, skin color, gender, age, national origin or ancestry, refugee background, genetic information, disability, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, HIV status, gender identity, or gender expression. People of Color, women, people with disabilities, members of LGBTQIA+ communities, older adults, neurodivergent people, refugees, and people living with HIV are explicitly encouraged to apply.

In 2020, ProVeg signed the Diversity Charter, a self-commitment and association dedicated to promoting a prejudice-free work environment.

In 2022, ProVeg achieved a score of 88.1% on the PRIDE Index, the LGBTIQ+ Diversity Performance Index, which is over 20 percentage points higher than the overall average of 67.9%.

Data Protection Information for Applicants :
More information about the processing of your personal data during your application at ProVeg e.V. can be found here in German and English.

Rollenzusammenfassung

Infos zur Stelle

Aufgaben

1. Strategic Leadership & Impact Framework Development

Lead the development and implementation of ProVeg International’s impact strategy to align with the organisation’s mission and long-term objectives
Oversee the refinement of the Theory of Change and Logical Frameworks, ensuring their integration into organisational planning and decision-making
Provide strategic leadership on impact measurement across ProVeg’s projects and campaigns, ensuring that findings directly inform programme improvements
Work closely with senior leadership to embed a culture of impact-driven decision-making and communication across the organisation

2. Organisational Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL)

Ensure the continuous improvement of ProVeg’s MEL framework, fostering cross-departmental accountability so that data can be systematically collected and used to inform organisational strategy, fundraising efforts, and external engagement
Oversee the design and management of KPIs and OKRs, establishing clear accountability mechanisms to ensure consistent and reliable data collection across departments and refine processes to improve ongoing tracking of organisational progress
Guide the MEL team in developing and implementing best-practice evaluation methodologies, including qualitative and quantitative approaches
Lead the preparation of impact reports, annual reviews, and internal learning documents to effectively communicate ProVeg’s achievements
Work with the Communications and Fundraising teams to disseminate impact insights to external stakeholders through various channels (newsletters, website, social media, etc.)

3. Project & Programme Evaluation

Expand and systemise the evidence base supporting impact assessments of ProVeg's interventions ensuring that insights inform strategic decision-making and strengthen fundraising narratives.
Integrate academic, intervention-level and programme best practice MEL insights into ProVeg’s impact assessments
Oversee the evaluation of key strategic initiatives, ensuring robust methodologies are applied to assess their effectiveness and scalability
Collaborate with project managers and national teams to co-design MEL frameworks tailored to different interventions that are practical for implementation, and both aligned with strategic decision-making and donor reporting needs
Ensure evaluation studies and impact assessments are conducted systematically, with findings used to refine future programming
Establish processes for capturing and sharing lessons learned, driving organisational adaptation and effectiveness

4. Data Management & Reporting

Provide oversight on the integrity, accessibility, visualisation, and strategic use of impact data by continuously improving organisation-wide KPI and impact measurement systems, leveraging automation where feasible, and ensuring data is presented in clear, easily understandable formats (e.g. Google Looker Studio dashboards) for effective interpretation and application
Ensure the quality, consistency, and security of organisational data, adhering to GDPR and ethical data collection standards
Support ProVeg’s research initiatives by guiding the analysis and interpretation of impact data in collaboration with the Research team
Advise on best practices for using impact data in external advocacy, fundraising proposals, and strategic partnerships

5. Leadership & Team Management

Manage and support the MEL team and its budget, ensuring clarity of roles, effective collaboration, and professional development opportunities
Foster an environment of learning, innovation, and knowledge-sharing within the MEL team and across the organisation
Represent ProVeg International externally in networks, partnerships, and sector-wide discussions on impact and evaluation

Anforderungen

Essential Skills & Experience

Strong expertise (5+ years) in impact evaluation, monitoring, and learning within the non-profit, advocacy, or international development sector
Experience in leading impact strategies and MEL frameworks in a multi-country, cross-functional context
Strong knowledge of qualitative and quantitative evaluation methodologies and their practical application in order to conduct thorough impact assessments
Experience with quantitative research tools such as SPSS, R, and STATA, with the ability to apply these tools effectively during data analysis in order to quantify project successes
Background in fundraising impact reporting and using MEL to support grant applications
Familiarity with advocacy impact measurement and the challenges of tracking long-term behaviour change
Expertise in data systems and automation t with proficiency in data management, storage solutions and ETL processes, as well as reporting, and visualisation tools (e.g., Google BigQuery, Google Looker Studio, APIs, Excel, survey platforms)
Demonstrated ability to translate complex impact data into compelling narratives for both internal and external audiences
Excellent leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience managing teams and working across departments
Good understanding of food system transformation and protein diversification
Strong understanding of data protection and GDPR compliance in relation to impact measurement
Passionate about ProVeg’s mission and the role of impact-driven decision-making in achieving social change

Desirable Skills & Experience

Experience with CRM systems, APIs, and automation to improve data collection and reporting efficiency
Experience working remotely and in an international team with multiple country contexts

Unser Angebot

A strong organisational focus on personal development, with a designated training budget.
Provision of a work laptop.
Flexible, trust-based working arrangements and home-office arrangements.
Career-development support.
Mindfulness programme - free Headspace account for you and up to 5 friends or family members
A workplace that encourages everyone to bring their whole selves to work. We are an inclusive workplace for our diverse employees around the world.
And, last but not least, the opportunity to be part of a great team and work towards a world where everyone chooses delicious and healthy food that is good for all humans, animals, and our planet!

Wann?

Application deadline: Open until filled
Start date: As soon as possible

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Über uns

ProVeg International ist eine Ernährungsorganisation, die sich für die Transformation des globalen Ernährungssystems einsetzt. Unsere Mission ist, bis 2040 weltweit 50 % der Tierprodukte durch pflanzliche und kultivierte Nahrungsmittel zu ersetzen.

ProVeg arbeitet mit allen relevanten Akteuren am Übergang zu einem Ernährungssystem, in dem sich alle für genussvolles und gesundes Essen entscheiden, das gut für alle Menschen, Tiere und unseren Planeten ist.

ProVeg hat den „Momentum for Change“-Preis der Vereinten Nationen erhalten und arbeitet eng mit den wichtigsten UN-Organisationen für Ernährung und Umwelt zusammen.

Wir haben den Status eines Ständigen Beobachters der UN-Klimarahmenkonvention (UNFCCC), dem Weltklimarat (IPCC) und des Übereinkommens über die biologische Vielfalt (CBD) sowie beratenden Status beim Wirtschafts- und Sozialrat der Vereinten Nationen (ECOSOC). Zudem sind wir bei der UN-Weltversammlung (UNEA) akkreditiert.

Mit Büros in 14 Ländern auf 5 Kontinenten und mehr als 220 Mitarbeitenden erzielt ProVeg eine globale Wirkung.

Diversity Statement

ProVeg verpflichtet sich zur Chancengleichheit bei der Beschäftigung für alle, unabhängig von ethnischer Herkunft, Religion, Hautfarbe, Geschlecht, Alter, nationaler Herkunft oder Abstammung, Geflüchtetenhintergrund, genetischer Informationen, Behinderung, Familienstand, elterlichem Status, Schwangerschaft, sexueller Orientierung, HIV-Status, Geschlechtsidentität oder Geschlechtsausdruck. People of Colour, Frauen, Menschen mit Behinderung, Mitglieder von LGBTQIA+ Communities, ältere Menschen, neurodivergente Menschen, Geflüchtete und Menschen die mit HIV leben werden ausdrücklich ermutigt, sich zu bewerben.

Im Jahr 2020 hat ProVeg die Charta der Vielfalt unterzeichnet, eine Selbstverpflichtung und ein Verein, der sich für ein vorurteilsfreies Arbeitsumfeld einsetzt.

Im Jahr 2022 hat ProVeg beim PRIDE Index, dem LGBTIQ+ Diversity Performance Index, 88,1 % erreicht und liegt damit über 20 Prozentpunkte über dem Gesamtdurchschnitt von 67,9 %.

Datenschutzhinweise für Bewerber:innen:
Weitere Informationen über unsere Datenverarbeitung findest du hier:
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