Position Title: Meal Advisor Employment Opportunity
Employer: Save the Children
Employment: Full-Time | Contract
Place of Work: Addis Ababa - Ethiopia
Salary: Very Attractive Salary
Posted date: 1 hour ago
Deadline: March, 22/2026 (8 days left)
Key Areas of Accountability
Strategic MEAL Leadership
- Provide strategic direction for the design and implementation of a comprehensive MEAL system.
- Integrate MEAL into all phases of the project cycle.
- Develop and oversee the implementation of MEAL frameworks and monitoring plans.
Monitoring Systems and Data Quality
- Establish robust monitoring systems to track program outputs, outcomes, and impact.
- Develop monitoring tools, data collection methodologies, and reporting systems.
- Oversee data quality assurance processes.
Evaluation and Research
- Lead the design and management of evaluations, assessments, and learning reviews.
- Ensure evaluations adhere to international standards and ethical guidelines.
- Facilitate the dissemination and use of evaluation findings.
Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP)
- Strengthen systems for meaningful community participation in program design, implementation, and evaluation.
- Establish accessible feedback and complaints mechanisms.
- Promote inclusive approaches for the participation of vulnerable groups.
Learning and Adaptive Management
- Promote a culture of learning and reflection within the program.
- Facilitate periodic learning events and workshops.
- Support the development of knowledge products and learning briefs.
Capacity Strengthening and Technical Support
- Provide technical support and mentoring to consortium partners.
- Lead training on monitoring systems, evaluation methodologies, and accountability mechanisms.
Reporting and Knowledge Management
- Ensure timely production of high-quality analytical reports and dashboards.
- Support the development of donor reports and communication materials.
Behaviours (Values in Practice)
- Accountability: Holds self and partners accountable for high-quality evidence and transparency.
- Ambition: Drives innovation and excellence in MEAL practices.
- Collaboration: Builds strong partnerships with stakeholders.
- Creativity: Encourages innovative approaches to monitoring and knowledge generation.
- Integrity: Ensures ethical data collection and responsible information management.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Statistics, Public Health, or related field.
Experience and Skills
Essential
- Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in MEAL within humanitarian and development programs.
- Experience in designing and managing MEAL systems for multi-sector programs.
- Proven experience in Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP).
Desirable
- Experience working in complex humanitarian contexts.
- Familiarity with the Ethiopian humanitarian context.
- Experience using digital data collection platforms.
Additional Job Responsibilities
The duties outlined are not exhaustive; the role holder may be required to carry out additional tasks within their level of skills and experience.
Equal Opportunities
The role holder must adhere to SCI Equal Opportunities and Diversity policies and procedures.
How to apply
