Mithilesh Kumar

I am a Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) specialist with 12+ years of experience strengthening data systems, evaluation quality, policy implementation and impact measurement across government programs, CSR portfolios, international NGOs and multi‑state development initiatives.
I have led MEL, performance monitoring, results framework, DAQ and program quality for major national missions including PMKVY 4.0, PM Vishwakarma, ODOP/MSME, EU-funded women farmer programs and literacy initiatives with international NGOs. My work focuses on building learning-driven, evidence-based systems that enhance program effectiveness and support strategic decision-making.

Core Expertise
MEL Frameworks, Theory of Change (ToC), LogFrames, Indicator Protocols
Baseline–Midline–Endline Evaluations, Mixed-Methods Studies, Third‑Party Assessments, Field Monitoring, DQA, Process Documentation, Analytical Reporting
Power BI Dashboards, MIS Development, Digital Data Collection & Automated Reporting
Stakeholder & Government Engagement, Donor Compliance, Capacity Building

Thematic Areas
Women’s Empowerment • Education & Literacy • Public Health • Nutrition • Skill Development • Livelihoods • FPO/FPC Strengthening • MSME Development • Government Schemes

I am passionate about strengthening evidence-based decision-making, enhancing program efficiency, and enabling organisations to scale through robust MEL systems and actionable insights.I am a Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) specialist wit

Monitoring & Evaluation professional with over 12 years of experience in designing and managing outcome‑based M&E systems for government‑led and donor‑funded programmes. Proven expertise in theory of change, KPI frameworks, MIS dashboards, policy analysis and programme assessment across MSME, livelihoods, skilling and social sector initiatives. Experienced in working with State Governments, CSR organisations and consulting firms with strong capability in data‑driven decision support, reporting, and stakeholder coordination.

MA in Social Work (2013) and Executive MBA (2023)