MEAL Officer

Position Overview


The MEAL Officer, stationed in Monguno LGA, Borno State, will spearhead the creation, execution, and supervision of Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) systems for the ECHO-funded initiative. Collaborating closely with project and sector teams, this role ensures all interventions are evidence-driven, results-oriented, and compliant with donor requirements. The officer will orchestrate data collection, analysis, visualization, and reporting activities, while fostering learning, accountability, and adaptive program management. Additionally, the role encompasses staff capacity building, quality assurance for reporting deliverables, and participation in coordination platforms to maintain sectoral best practices and compliance standards.

Core Responsibilities

Role Objectives


Craft, implement, and evaluate comprehensive MEAL frameworks for the project, aligning with program staff and donor (including ECHO) specifications.
Formulate SMART logical frameworks, monitoring and evaluation strategies, and results measurement matrices to facilitate evidence-based planning during bi-annual and annual reviews.
Assist in developing yearly work plans, ensuring MEAL activities are integrated and aligned with project goals and performance indicators.
Upkeep and refresh indicator tracking tools, project databases, and dashboards; develop new instruments as needed to showcase project performance and impact.
Manage baseline, midline, endline evaluations, and routine data gathering using platforms like ODK/Kobo; ensure timely data compilation and quality control.
Perform data validation, routine data quality assessments (RDQAs), and field monitoring visits to verify reported data accuracy and completeness.
Oversee data analysis and the creation of visual summaries including infographics; administer a data corner for quarterly display of MEAL outputs.
Capture lessons learned, success narratives, and best practices to inform adaptive learning and program enhancement.
Review and format project content for reports and deliverables to ensure uniformity, professionalism, and adherence to internal and donor standards.
Arrange and facilitate learning workshops, mid-term evaluations, and regular reflection sessions with staff and partners to cultivate a learning culture.
Implement robust beneficiary accountability mechanisms, including feedback and complaint systems, in accordance with JRS standards and donor expectations.
Prepare and update project-level Issues and Risk Logs and propose mitigation strategies to the Project Director and program team.
Offer technical guidance and capacity building to staff and partners on MEAL systems, tools, data-driven decision-making, and compliance processes.
Engage actively in sectoral coordination meetings and MEAL working groups at local and national levels.
Champion safeguarding and PSEA standards across all MEAL processes and interactions with project stakeholders.
Execute any other duties as assigned by the Project Director or Head of Programs.


Qualifications


University Degree or equivalent in Education, Social Sciences, or related discipline


Experience and Competencies


Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Sciences, or related field; PGD in Education is advantageous.
Minimum 3 years of experience implementing education programs in conflict-affected environments.
Solid understanding of EiE principles, SSD, and the Accelerated Basic Education Programme (ABEP).
Background in teacher training, child safeguarding, and SBMC engagement.
Outstanding coordination, facilitation, and communication abilities.
Proficiency in English and local languages (Kanuri/Hausa) preferred.
Priority given to Borno State indigenes for this position


Important Information


Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for subsequent stages in the recruitment process, and assessments may be conducted on-site.
JRS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ethnic group, or disabilities. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment.
JRS will not request any financial payment from applicants at any stage of its recruitment process. Any such request should be immediately reported as it contradicts our values and practices.