MCC Data Quality Review Subject Matter Expert (Mid, Senior)

Overview

SoCha is a US-based analytical services firm that assesses international projects funded by the US Government. We are bidding on a five-year opportunity to provide Data Quality Review (DQR) services to the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) worldwide. MCC is a U.S. Government corporation whose mission is to provide assistance that supports economic growth and poverty reduction in carefully selected countries that demonstrate a commitment to just and democratic governance, economic freedom, and investments in their citizenry. SoCha is seeking a highly qualified Data Quality Review Subject Matter Experts for this anticipated five-year opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver one or more of the following tasks, as scoped by the Team Lead and MCC:
• Orientation/kick off
• Data Quality Review
• Data Quality Improvement Plan
• Implementation of Data Quality Improvement Plan (Inception)
• Data Quality Improvement Plan (Material Development)
• Implementation of Data Quality Improvement Plan
• Data Quality Audit (Inception Report)
• Data Quality Audit (Report)

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field and at least 6 years of relevant professional experience; or Bachelor’s degree and at least 9 years of relevant professional experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the relevant sector.
• Prior experience working on at least one MCC assignment, such as a DQR, evaluation, M&E assignment, compact/threshold program, or related technical assignment with a period of performance of 6 months or longer.
• Demonstrated experience with sector performance indicators, data systems, reporting standards, monitoring systems, and institutional arrangements.
• Experience supporting donor-funded programs, public-sector institutions, implementing partners, utilities, regulators, or sector ministries.
• Strong ability to assess data quality risks and translate sector knowledge into practical findings and recommendations.
• Excellent interpersonal, cross-cultural, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong writing and analytical skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience conducting or contributing to MCC-style Data Quality Reviews, Data Quality Assessments, Data Quality Improvement Plans, Data Quality Audits, M&E system reviews, sector evaluations, data verification exercises, or performance audits.
• Familiarity with MCC common indicators, MCC M&E Plans, Indicator Tracking Tables, compact reporting requirements, and MCA/Accountable Entity operating environments.
• Experience working with government ministries, utilities, regulators, land agencies, transport authorities, education agencies, water utilities, agricultural institutions, or other relevant sector bodies.
• Professional proficiency in French and/or Spanish.
• Experience working across Africa, Latin America, Eastern Europe, Asia, or other MCC operating regions.

Additional Requirements

• Consultants may be required to sign a nondisclosure agreement and conflict-of-interest disclosure.
• Availability for short-term, on-call assignments will be required.
• International travel may be required depending on the assignment.
• Selected experts may be requested to support SoCha’s proposal, including CV submission, commitment confirmation, and participation in clarification discussions if needed.

Compensation

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Anticipated salary range is $60,000 to $150,000 contingent on contract award.

Location

Worldwide; remote support with possible short-term international travel to MCC partner countries.

How To Apply

To submit your application, kindly provide your CV using the form provided below.