M&E Officer

Job Description

Title: M&E Officer

Company Name: Center for Natural Resource Studies (CNRS)

Vacancy: 1

Age: Na

Job Location: Habiganj (Madhabpur)

Salary: --

Experience:

• 3 to 5 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO

• Masters
• Bachelor/Honors

• Bachelor/Masters degree in English Literature, Economics, Social Sciences, Statistics, Development Studies, or any other relevant subject from any reputed public or private university.

• 3 to 5 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO

Working Experience:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in relevant experience. Candidates with a having experience in M&E, preferably in school feeding, nutrition, or education programs will get preference

• Skills and Additional Job Requirements:

• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SPSS, Power BI) and mobile data platforms (e.g., KoboToolbox)

• Strong understanding of WFP/USDA monitoring standards and reporting formats

• Excellent communication and documentation skills

• Fluency in Bangla and working knowledge of English

• Willingness to travel to field locations regularly

• Analytical thinking and attention to detail

• Ability to synthesize data into actionable insights

• Strong interpersonal and facilitation skills

• Commitment to CNRS’s values of inclusion, transparency, and accountability

• Adaptability and responsiveness in dynamic field environments

Expected Joining: October 2025

Duration: Till December 2026 with High Possibility of Extension

Project Brief: World Food Programme assisted school feeding programme, funding through United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) McGovern-Dole FY24 award aims to improve child nutrition, education, and health outcomes in Bangladesh . The programme will be implemented for five years, from October 2024 to September 2029. The programme will directly support 31,936 pre-primary and primary school children in 149 Government Primary Schools in Madhabpur upazila of Habiganj district, while providing technical assistance in Ukhiya and Kutubdia upazilas of Cox’s Bazar district to continue the best practices achieved under USDA McGovern-Dole FY17 and FY20. The Programme also will provide capacity-strengthening support to the Government for upcoming Government Primary School Feeding Programme. The key activities under the programme include providing nutritious school meals, developing instructional materials, strengthening education system capacities, building and rehabilitating WASH facilities, supporting nutrition education, establishing school gardens, enhancing smallholder farmer production and market access, and enabling national and sub-national governance structures. The Programme will be implemented in collaboration with key partners, including CNRS, RtR, and FAO, to ensure sustainability, evidence generation, and effective coordination across sectors.

Under the guidance of WFP, CNRS will ensure food distribution, improved Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) facilities, and health education in targeted schools. CNRS will also focuses on capacity building, community engagement, and promoting sustainable practices.

Part I: Job Statement

CNRS, in partnership with WFP, is implementing the School Feeding Program in Madhabpur Upazila to improve child nutrition, school attendance, and learning outcomes. The program involves the regular distribution of fortified biscuits and fresh food items to targeted schools. Robust monitoring and evaluation are essential to ensure program effectiveness, accountability, and alignment with WFP/USDA standards.

The M&E Officer will lead the design, implementation, and oversight of monitoring and evaluation systems for the School Feeding Program. The role ensures timely data collection, analysis, and reporting to inform decision-making, improve program delivery, and meet donor compliance requirements.

Part II: Job Responsibilities and Tasks

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement M&E frameworks aligned with the Detailed Implementation Plan (DIP) and WFP corporate indicators

• Design and manage tools for tracking school attendance, food distribution, and beneficiary feedback

• Coordinate with field teams to ensure timely and accurate data collection using digital platforms (e.g., KoboToolbox, Excel-based trackers)

• Conduct regular field visits to validate data and assess program quality

• Analyze quantitative and qualitative data to generate monthly, quarterly, and donor-specific reports

• Support the preparation of Post-Distribution Monitoring (PDM), CPDRs, and outcome surveys

• Facilitate learning sessions and feedback loops with school authorities and community stakeholders

• Maintain audit-ready documentation and contribute to donor reporting (e.g., USDA compliance)

• Train field staff and facilitators on M&E protocols and tools

• Collaborate with CNRS HQ and WFP technical teams to refine indicators and reporting formats

Key Deliverables:

• Approved M&E framework and data collection tools

• Monthly and quarterly M&E reports submitted to Project Manager and CNRS HQ

• Cleaned and validated datasets for donor reporting and audits

• Field visit reports with actionable recommendations

• Capacity-building sessions conducted for field-level staff

• Salary: BDT 73,853 per month all inclusive