Grand Challenges Canada (GCC) is dedicated to supporting Bold Ideas with Big Impact®. Funded by the Government of Canada and other partners, GCC funds innovators in low- and middle-income countries and Canada. The bold ideas we support integrate science and technology, social and business innovation – we call this Integrated Innovation®.  We have a determined focus on results, and on saving and improving lives. GCC works closely with a global network of partners to bring successful innovation to scale, catalyzing sustainability and impact.

One of the largest impact-first investors in the world, Grand Challenges Canada has supported a pipeline of over 1,700 innovations in more than 100 countries. Since 2010, innovations supported by GCC have reached more than 80 million people with lifesaving or life-improving initiatives who would otherwise not have had access.

The Knowledge Management and Translation (KMT) team leads organization-wide learning and impact measurement, and plays a key role in managing data, analyzing results and integrating learning across GCC. 

The Impact Measurement Manager is a “doer” equipped with a deep enthusiasm for both quantitative and qualitative data analysis, a keen eye for details, a strong ability to appraise data and evidence, and strong project management skills. This role is responsible for leading the impact measurement activities for the Global Health Innovation (GHI) Program, under the direction of the Associate Director, Knowledge Management & Translation (KMT), and working closely with the GHI team and GCC-supported innovators. The Impact Measurement Manager will provide direction and guidance on impact measurement approaches, oversee the health impact appraisal process for innovations under consideration for investment and oversee the development of impact models for GCC-supported innovations. The Impact Measurement Manager will also play a leadership role in helping GCC achieve its strategic learning objectives

Responsibilities

Shape and develop Impact Measurement approaches

•       Design, oversee and update Impact Measurement processes and activities across GCC

•       Work with the Global Health Innovations (GHI) and Humanitarian Innovation (HI) team to integrate impact measurement assessment of Transition-to-scale innovations during due diligence and funding period

•       Provide expert input on critical gaps in evidence of health outcomes and monitoring and evaluation activities

o  Support the GHI team to communicate relevant information about an innovation’s health impact to the Investment Committee

•       Review and sign-off on impact models, GCC’s projections of the long-term health impacts of its investments by 2030 

•       Work with donors and partners (e.g., Global Affairs Canada), and Grand Challenges Canada’s leadership to ensure strategic priorities are integrated into the impact measurement approach for the Global Health Innovations

•       Share learnings from the adapted impact measurement approach with other Portfolio/Programs Teams, and external partners as relevant

•       Support the development and implementation of Strategic Plans (i.e. by support on key KMT functions/elements, such as impact modelling and target setting, and ensuring tracking and reporting against Objectives and Key Results)

•       Design, oversee and update KMT processes and activities as part of the digital transformation process

Contribute to Learning Initiatives

•       Provide strategic input on the development of the organization’s learning agenda, and support implementation

•       Support GHI’s learning through provision of results and analyses to inform programmatic decision making

•       Lead the development of knowledge products to support the organization’s learning agenda and impact measurement 

•       Facilitate learning between functional teams

•       Support relationships with Global Affairs Canada and other funders and partners by facilitating strategic co-learning opportunities and report writing

•       Support the implementation of program-related strategies and policies, such as the Gender Equality Strategy and Research Ethics and Integrity Policy

•       Support external evaluations by developing strategic documentation and analyzing programmatic results

•       Act as an ambassador for GCC, representing GCC's strategic interests and serving as a thought leader in Global Health Innovation through external collaborations, presentations to partners, participation in local and international conferences, and communications with innovators, external thought leaders, and government representatives

Provide collaborative leadership to advance a high performing, resilient team

•       Provide direct supervision and management of 2 - 3 Impact Measurement Associates who provide impact measurement support to the GHI team

•       Support Associate Director, KMT with recruitment of new KMT staff including onboarding planning and liaising with HR

•       Coach junior staff to engage with innovators and partners, exercise judgement in supporting deals, and contribute to project and portfolio progress

•       Model effective work behaviours that support personal and team wellness, and are aligned with GCC’s commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility

•       Management of external consultants to provide guidance on monitoring and evaluation and impact modelling 

Qualifications

•       You have relevant education and/or 5-7 years of work-related experience, preferably in monitoring, evaluation and learning, or research, with a focus in global health

•       You have in-depth knowledge of statistical analysis and research methodology

•       You have a demonstrated interest in and knowledge of global health

•       You are passionate about monitoring and evaluation, enjoy using Excel as a core part of your daily work, and have strong problem-solving skills.

•       You are knowledgeable about results-based management tools and Theory of Change development.

•       You work well independently and enjoy collaborative work.

•       You have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

•       Have experience supervising and guiding direct reports.

•       Note: Bilingualism in English/French is considered as an asset for this role

People from historically excluded communities with lived experiences in relevant thematic areas

are encouraged to apply. People with lived experience and/or work experience in the

communities or countries we are supporting are especially encouraged to apply.

Don’t meet every requirement? Studies have shown that women, people of color, people from LGBTQ2S+ and disabilities communities are less likely to apply to jobs when they do not meet every qualification. At Grand Challenges Canada, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, authentic, and accountable workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply, as you may be the ideal candidate we are looking for.

Location and Work Requirements

•       We are currently working in a hybrid model with time in office and working from home. With rare, approved exceptions, GCC staff are to live in or near the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and available to travel to, and work from the Toronto main office, as business operational needs require. Any expenses related to travel and or relocating to Toronto are the sole responsibility of the employee and will not be reimbursed by GCC.

•       Some international travel may be required.

•       Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada.

Permanent Full-Time Benefits

•       Health and Dental provided by Sunlife Canada effective on start date.

•       Enrollment in the Healthcare of Ontario (HOOPP) Defined-Benefit Pension Plan

•       Four (4) weeks of paid vacation per calendar year (prorated)

•       Four (4) day work week (with Friday as a flex/off day), excluding weeks with Statutory holiday (program reviewed annually)

•       Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and UHN added value benefits such as fitness, spas and wellbeing, hotels and travel services, and retail discounts.

•       International SOS (ISOS) travel safety and supports around the world.

•       Bring-your-own-device (BYOD) cell phone allowance

•       Professional development allowance

•       New Temporary Work Relocation – work remotely for up to 90 days, almost anywhere in the world.

Term

•       Start date: March 31st, 2025

•       Status: Permanent full-time

Application process

•       Please submit your resume and cover letter here

 POSTED DATE: February 20th, 2025          CLOSING DATE: March 5th, 2025