MEAL Officer

Roles and Responsibilities

• S/he will be responsible to guide and support Program manager and Project Officers effectively monitor program implementation in all the target woredas
• Ensures all the required program data are captured using database /system, tools and formats developed for the purpose and maintained in the Project database, including data related to surveys /assessments and operations research. 
• Guides /supports the Project Officers based in the woredas to properly understand and use the database, tools and formats developed to capture project data; and provides continuous constructive feedback on the quality of data to ensure data quality.
• Reviews the completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of data reported from Project Officers, and provides feedback that helps quality improvement.
• Ensures the Projects database is up to date, properly maintained with a system for periodic backup.
• Conducts regular field visits with Project Officers and Project Coordinators to support the quality and timeliness of project deliverables.
• Produce regular reports from the database on selected indicators.  Analyses data for selected indicators to support decision-making at the Field level.
• Provides timely information and report on agreed-upon indicators to inform Project implementation
• Compiles /organizes and maintains case studies and lessons from field-based staff for use in periodic reports. 
• Ensures all Project related documents and information are systematically organized and stored in a separate folder, with appropriate backup.
• Closely work with the Program Managers, and Woreda Coordinators to build the capacity of woreda based staff on ongoing systematic analysis and use of data for decision making.
• Contribute to the development and review of relevant training materials, job aids, questionnaires, and communication materials as necessary.
• Assist MEAL coordinator and program manager in preparing program/project status reports required for management, donors, and other partners
• Develop Quality Benchmarks and monitor QBMs on a quarterly basis.
• Ensure Accountability/Information Sharing mechanisms are put in place to provide timely and relevant information about the project to children and communities.
• Establish multi-entry complaint/feedback response mechanism/CFRM/ and regularly collect complaints/feedback, fill in CFRM database and report upwards for management action?
• Perform any other related tasks assigned by the unit head/his or her supervisor.

Reporting and Communication

• Participate in M&E meetings and working groups representing the Projects when assigned by the Program Manager.
• Perform any other related tasks assigned by his or her supervisor or delegated person.

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualification and  Experience 

• Degree in the field of Social Sciences (Statistics or monitoring and evaluation, Sociology, , Social Work, Social Anthropology), Community development or equivalent
• Master's Degree in the field of Statistics or monitoring and evaluation with public health background.
• 4 years relevant experience in an NGO environment preferably working on a livelihood program.
• Computer literacy in all the Microsoft Office applications and internet literacy are required
• Proven ability to analyze data and write reports that are of high quality
• Computer literate with working knowledge of databases and spreadsheet application
• Knowledge of statistical packages such as epi info, SPSS, and STATA is required
• Experience in working with a multicultural team and complex projects
• Experience in developing and managing databases, or tracking tools
• Good communication skills
• Fluency in English, writing, and speaking
• Ability to work in a team, strong negotiation and analytical skills; ability to multitask and work under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Willingness to travel outside of Hawassa as necessary
• Commitment to Save the Children values

How to Apply

Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application, and include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations.  A copy of the full role profile can be found at https://stcuk.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en