MARCELO HEYMANS
PERSONAL DETAILS
Condominio Miramar Av. La Loma No. 6-24 La Libertad Este-, -
Gender: Male
Nationality: Salvadoran
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marcelo-heymans-
HEADLINE
Leader in Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL/M&E) | 14+ years driving results in international
development | KPIs | Project performance evaluations | Strategic procurement experience
PROFILE
Professional with over 14 years of experience leading Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL/M&E)
processes in international cooperation and social development programs. I have designed and
implemented indicator tracking systems in 4 large-scale projects and aligned KPIs with strategic
objectives in more than 10 initiatives, generating key evidence for decision-making. My approach
combines rigorous data analysis, results management, and technical leadership in complex and
multicultural environments.
Key achievements include coordinating project performance evaluations funded by USAID, implementing
indicators to measure improvements in public services across 30 municipalities, and preparing strategic
reports featuring over 70 performance indicators submitted to the U.S. Congress. I also bring
complementary experience in procurement, having led regional negotiations and generated around $100,
000 in annual savings at multinational companies such as Unilever.
I am looking to continue adding value as a MEL/M&E leader or KPIs specialist in development projects that
demand strategic vision, results orientation, and strong implementation capacity. Feel free to contact me
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EDUCATION
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business
Administration with an emphasis in finance
ISEADE - FEPADE
Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Industrial
Engineering
Universidad Albert Einstein
Jan 2003 - Nov 2005
Feb 1993 - Dec 1999
EMPLOYMENT
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Specialist
Mar 2023
USAID, El Salvador
Established mission-wide Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) processes and standards at
USAID El Salvador to strengthen data-informed decision-making.
Led the preparation of two annual results reports featuring over 70 performance indicators submitted
to the U.S. Congress, and two localization indicator reports covering 45 bilateral and 19 regional
projects.
Supervised two project evaluations and led the integration of KPIs in more than 10 development
projects.
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Manager
Aug 2022 - Mar 2023
IREX, El Salvador
Designed and implemented a monitoring system with 27 performance indicators for the Empowered
Citizenship Project, leading a team of three MEL specialists.
Coordinated with the technical team to develop quarterly progress reports and annual work plans, and
ensured alignment of indicators across 10 beneficiary organizations with project goals.
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Manager
Jul 2019 - Jul 2022
Democracy International, San Salvador, El Salvador
Implemented the MEL system for the Municipal Governance Project, including 17 KPIs to measure
improvements in public services and municipal revenue.
Led a team of two MEL specialists and coordinated citizen perception studies on public services, which
revealed a 7% increase in user satisfaction.
Coordinated queuing theory studies in civil registry services across five municipalities
Oversaw indicator definitions for 31 municipal improvement plans.
Track results of lifesaving and humanitarian assistance initiatives during pandemic.
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Specialist
Apr 2018 - Jun 2019
Democracy International, El Salvador
Developed a database and data collection tools to monitor 17 indicators under the Municipal
Governance Project.
Defined indicators for 6 municipal improvement plans aligned with project objectives and monitored
implementation across 6 municipalities.
Developed tools to consolidate and analyze data on institutional strengthening.
Implemented an online monitoring system for the project's work plan.
Project Manager
Oct 2017 - Apr 2018
FESA El Salvador, El Salvador
Managed the Physical Education Program for 8 public schools across 4 sports centers, with a $50,000
budget.
Defined and tracked educational KPIs and led procurement processes essential to the project's
implementation.
Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist
Oct 2011 - Nov 2016
Chemonics International, El Salvador
Designed the MEL system for the SME Development Project, including sales and employment KPIs for
over 50 companies.
Built an Access database and created data collection tools.
Identified a $10 million increase in sales and over 1,500 new jobs generated.
Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist
Jan 2011 - Aug 2011
Chemonics International, El Salvador
Updated the monitoring system for the Environmental Excellence Project, which tracked 12
performance indicators.
Conducted regional monitoring in 5 Central American countries, oversaw key deliverables - Monitored
progress of the project’s work plan.
Procurement Coordinator
Jan 2007 - Sep 2010
Unilever, El Salvador
Managed a team of 7 buyers across Central America for categories including marketing, HR, and office
supplies.
Led regional negotiations and generated approximately $100,000 in annual savings. - Successfully
extended credit terms for 20% of suppliers each year.
Procurement Assistant
Jun 2005 - Dec 2006
Unilever, El Salvador
Supported local and international procurement of materials and services for marketing, HR, and
administrative operations.
Implemented savings initiatives that generated approximately $20,000 annually in cost reductions.
Project Coordinator
Hanesbrands El Salvador Textiles, El Salvador
Develop and implement cost reduction projects
Coordination of safety area
Jan 2003 - Feb 2003
Value Stream Engineer and Safety Coordinator
Mar 2002 - Dec 2002
Hanesbrands El Salvador Textiles, El Salvador
Develop lean manufacturing projects to: eliminate or reduce wastes in value streams, reduce process
time or take advantage of improvements opportunities
Train and coordinate personnel on the implementation of lean manufacturing projects - Coordination
and guidance of kaizen teams
Plant Engineer and Safety Coordinator
Jan 2001 - Feb 2002
Hanesbrands El Salvador Textiles, El Salvador
Follow up production lines to ensure the achievement of plant efficiency goals - Oversee and train Line
Engineers
Plan, organize and lead work in process inventories
Safety Coordinator
Sep 2000 - Jan 2001
Hanesbrands El Salvador Textiles, El Salvador
Design and implement safety standards and procedures, along with the control and follow up of his
fulfillment
Investigation and report of accidents according to OSHA´s guidelines
Plan, follow up and control tools to detect risk in facilities
Design, implant an promote environmental programs
Line Engineer
Apr 2000 - Aug 2000
Hanesbrands El Salvador Textiles, El Salvador
Balancing and layout of production lines
Follow up on operators efficiency - Time and motion studies based on GSD system
SKILLS
Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E)
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Project Management
Performance Measurement
Program Evaluation
Survey design
Data collection and analysis
Baseline and Endline surveys
Logical Framework (LogFrame)
Results-Based Management (RBM)
Outcome Mapping
LANGUAGES
English
Spanish