Purpose of the Position
The Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Officer will support the design, implementation, and management of monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning systems for the project.
The officer will ensure timely collection, analysis, reporting, and utilization of project data to support evidence-based decision-making, accountability, and continuous program improvement.
Key Responsibilities
The MEAL Officer shall:
Support development and implementation of the project MEAL framework and work plan.
Develop data collection tools, tracking systems, reporting templates, and indicator monitoring tools.
Coordinate routine data collection, verification, validation, and analysis across project locations.
Monitor project activities and track progress against project indicators and targets.
Support baseline, midline, endline assessments, surveys, and evaluations.
Ensure timely collection and reporting of high-quality project data from all assigned LGAs.
Maintain accurate project databases and ensure proper documentation of project records.
Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, and donor reports as required.
Support data quality assessments and ensure compliance with reporting standards.
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Generate data summaries, dashboards, presentations, and analytical reports for project management.
Document lessons learned, best practices, case studies, and success stories.
Support accountability mechanisms including community feedback and complaint response systems.
Train and support project staff and community volunteers on data collection tools and MEA processes.
Ensure gender-sensitive, safeguarding, and ethical approaches in all monitoring and evaluation activities.
Participate in field monitoring visits and supportive supervision activities.
Collaborate closely with LGA Coordinators, field teams, and project partners to strengthen data management and program learning.
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
Bachelor's degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Statistics, Public Health, Social Sciences, Demography, Development Studies, or related field.
Minimum of 2 years' experience in monitoring and evaluation, preferably in health, reproductive health, or community development projects.
Experience working with NGOs, donor-funded projects, or humanitarian/development programs.
Strong understanding of MEAL concepts, methodologies, and data management systems.
Experience using data collection and analysis tools such as KoboToolbox, Excel, Power BI, SPSS, or DHIS2.
Strong analytical, report-writing, and data visualization skills.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Fluency in English; knowledge of Hausa language is highly desirable.
Strong computer proficiency including Microsoft Office applications.
Desirable
Experience working in Northern Nigeria communities.
Knowledge of reproductive health, maternal health, and child spacing programming.
Experience supporting community-based social and behavior change communication projects.
Familiarity with safeguarding and accountability frameworks.
Core Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Data management and reporting skills.
Communication and presentation skills.
Teamwork and collaboration.
Integrity and confidentiality.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
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Deliverables
The MEAL Officer will be responsible for delivering:
Project MEAL framework and reporting tools.
Weekly, monthly, and quarterly project reports.
Data collection, verification, and analysis reports.
Baseline, midline, and endline assessment reports.
Data quality assurance reports.
Project dashboards and indicator tracking reports.
Documentation of lessons learned, case studies, and success stories.
Accountability and feedback mechanism reports.
Capacity-building sessions for project staff and volunteers.