Manager - MEAL (Re-advertisement)

Job Description

Title: Manager - MEAL (Re-advertisement)

Company Name: Save the Children

Vacancy: 01

Location: Cox's Bazar

Experience:
∎ At least 6 years
∎ The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):NGO, Development Agency

Published: 13 Mar 2024

Education:
∎ Requires a Post Graduate Degree in a relevant field such as social sciences or statistics.

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ 6 years’ experience in monitoring & evaluation, proven track record [4 years] of developing, implementing and reviewing MEAL systems/strategies at sector level.
∎ Technical expertise and experience in two or more thematic areas where Save the Children works (Health Nutrition HIV/AIDS, Child Protection, Child Rights Governance, Education, Child Poverty, Climate Change/DRR)
∎ Previous experience of successfully implementing Outcome Level Monitoring at Country/Sector Level
∎ Solid understanding of quantitative and qualitative monitoring and evaluation methodologies, including skills in analysis, documentation and presentation of complex data/information
∎ Proficient in utilizing analytical tools including R/SPSS, MS-Excel, MS-Access, MS-PowerPoint, and Power BI
∎ Experience in designing and implementing Technology based MEAL system/processes
∎ Seeking a candidate with demonstrated leadership, results-driven orientation, commitment to continuous improvement, strong problem-solving skills, and a capacity for innovative adaptation to evolving challenges.
∎ Experience of conducting and/or commissioning evaluations
∎ 6 years’ experience in monitoring & evaluation, proven track record [4 years] of developing, implementing and reviewing MEAL systems/strategies at sector level.
∎ Technical expertise and experience in two or more thematic areas where Save the Children works (Health Nutrition HIV/AIDS, Child Protection, Child Rights Governance, Education, Child Poverty, Climate Change/DRR)
∎ Previous experience of successfully implementing Outcome Level Monitoring at Country/Sector Level
∎ Solid understanding of quantitative and qualitative monitoring and evaluation methodologies, including skills in analysis, documentation and presentation of complex data/information
∎ Proficient in utilizing analytical tools including R/SPSS, MS-Excel, MS-Access, MS-PowerPoint, and Power BI
∎ Experience in designing and implementing Technology based MEAL system/processes
∎ Seeking a candidate with demonstrated leadership, results-driven orientation, commitment to continuous improvement, strong problem-solving skills, and a capacity for innovative adaptation to evolving challenges.
∎ Experience of conducting and/or commissioning evaluations

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
∎ All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
∎ Violence against children is no longer tolerated.
∎ Save the Children invites applications for the above-mentioned position. We are committed to equal employment opportunities, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, colour, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, age, or beliefs and religion. We are committed to diversifying our staff to better represent the communities we serve and actively welcome underrepresented groups to apply.
∎ The Opportunity
∎ The Manager MEAL holds a critical role in overseeing monitoring, evaluation, accountability, learning, and knowledge management within the assigned sector. This entails developing and implementing robust MEAL plans, tracking progress through effective dashboards, and supporting project design with a focus on accountability. The role actively coordinates monitoring processes, strengthens accountability systems, and ensures the implementation of Complaints Feedback and Response Mechanisms (CFRMs). Additionally, the Manager leads strategic research initiatives, facilitates impactful learning, and maintains information management and reporting processes. Capacity-building activities, effective communication with program leads, and proactive engagement in emergencies underscore the Manager's commitment to accountability. Through these responsibilities, the Manager fosters continuous improvement aligned with SCI standards across all projects within the assigned sector.
∎ The Organisation
∎ We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.
∎ We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:
∎ No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
∎ All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
∎ Violence against children is no longer tolerated.
∎ We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Employment Status: Contractual

Job Location: Cox's Bazar

Read Before Apply:

Please apply using a cover letter and an up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations

Only short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview

'Save the Children promotes diversity in its workforce.'

We need to keep children safe, so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.