MEAL Manager

Job Description

Title: MEAL Manager

Company Name: HELVETAS Swiss Intercooperation Bangladesh

Vacancy: --

Location: Anywhere in Bangladesh

Experience:
∎ At least 5 years

Published: 23 Feb 2025

Education:
∎ Masters
∎ Master's degree in a relevant field such as M&E field in the development sector, social sciences, statistics, or related discipline.
∎ Professional certification in MEAL (PGdMEAL, MEAL D’Pro etc.) will be an added advantage.
∎ Master's degree in a relevant field such as M&E field in the development sector, social sciences, statistics, or related discipline.
∎ Professional certification in MEAL (PGdMEAL, MEAL D’Pro etc.) will be an added advantage.

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ Minimum 5 years of strong leadership or management level experience in monitoring, evaluation, and learning within an international development context.
∎ Strong IT (Information Technology) or Computer Science Background and experiences of developing digital M&E system, project specific M&E data collection software with digital M&E tools and platforms, and the ability to drive their adoption and use
∎ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and provide evidence-based recommendations. Also, Skills in operating SPSS, KOBO, ODK, and others.
∎ Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
∎ Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively present complex information to diverse audiences.
∎ Knowledge of relevant evaluation methodologies and statistical analysis techniques. Excellent understanding of MEAL including qualitative and quantitative program information and their relevance with overarching MEAL framework and systems.
∎ Experience in capacity-building and training facilitation.
∎ Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal teams, partners, and stakeholders.
∎ Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and Outlook) and a general comfort level working with technology systems.
∎ Practical experience in developing ToR for base/endline survey, advising the develop the theory of changes etc.
∎ Experience:
∎ Minimum 5 years of strong leadership or management level experience in monitoring, evaluation, and learning within an international development context.
∎ Skills:
∎ Strong IT (Information Technology) or Computer Science Background and experiences of developing digital M&E system, project specific M&E data collection software with digital M&E tools and platforms, and the ability to drive their adoption and use
∎ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and provide evidence-based recommendations. Also, Skills in operating SPSS, KOBO, ODK, and others.
∎ Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
∎ Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively present complex information to diverse audiences.
∎ Knowledge of relevant evaluation methodologies and statistical analysis techniques. Excellent understanding of MEAL including qualitative and quantitative program information and their relevance with overarching MEAL framework and systems.
∎ Experience in capacity-building and training facilitation.
∎ Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal teams, partners, and stakeholders.
∎ Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and Outlook) and a general comfort level working with technology systems.
∎ Practical experience in developing ToR for base/endline survey, advising the develop the theory of changes etc.

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ Develop and implement the organization's M&E, accountability and learning strategy, aligned with its overall goals, synchronised with key program pillars, GJSI principles, DRR and CCA aspects and objectives through specific KPIs,
∎ Design and manage the M&E framework that encompasses performance indicators (PI) and aligns well with the organisational PI values, data collection tools, and methods for measuring program quality and success.
∎ Guide the project teams to develop an M&E plan for each project, outlining key evaluation questions, data collection methods, timelines, and responsible parties.
∎ Guide and extend support to project management teams to strengthen Partner CSOs implementing the projects to have a robust and practical M&E system and maintains alignment.
∎ Support the country team in developing the Theory of Change (ToC) and Logical Framework for the acquisition/proposal development process.
∎ HELVETAS Swiss Intercooperation is a development organization anchored in Switzerland. Our vision is a just world in which all men and women determine the course of their lives in dignity and security, sustainably using environmental resources. The promotion of good governance and gender equality, and social equity is an integral part of the overall organizational policy of HELVETAS Swiss Intercooperation, through which we seek to ensure that our organizational culture and practice reflect our commitment to social change.
∎ We are seeking a highly skilled MEAL Manager to lead monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning (MEAL) initiatives for Helvetas Bangladesh’s country programs. This role plays a crucial role in the organization, promoting high-quality standards and the digitalization of the M&E system. The ideal candidate must have leadership experience in developing MEAL strategies, digitalizing M&E systems, and strengthening data-driven decision-making within international development program settings. This role involves overseeing data collection and analysis, enhancing accountability frameworks, and facilitating knowledge-sharing to improve program effectiveness including effective integration of GJSI, DRR and CCA aspects into MEAL cycle to measure the impact and progress of the organization's programs and projects. The job description for this role may include the following responsibilities but are not limited to:
∎ Key Responsibilities:
∎ Strategy and Planning:
∎ Develop and implement the organization's M&E, accountability and learning strategy, aligned with its overall goals, synchronised with key program pillars, GJSI principles, DRR and CCA aspects and objectives through specific KPIs,
∎ Design and manage the M&E framework that encompasses performance indicators (PI) and aligns well with the organisational PI values, data collection tools, and methods for measuring program quality and success.
∎ Guide the project teams to develop an M&E plan for each project, outlining key evaluation questions, data collection methods, timelines, and responsible parties.
∎ Guide and extend support to project management teams to strengthen Partner CSOs implementing the projects to have a robust and practical M&E system and maintains alignment.
∎ Support the country team in developing the Theory of Change (ToC) and Logical Framework for the acquisition/proposal development process.
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Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ We offer you
∎ A national employment contract up to 31 December 2025 with a market-competitive salary along with other admissible benefits, such as Mobile Allowance, Provident Fund, Gratuity, Festival Bonus, Seniority Bonus, Medical Insurance with health and life coverage, Annual leave of 25 days, Sick leave of 15 days and excellent opportunities for professional development.

Employment Status: Full Time

Job Location: Anywhere in Bangladesh

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Women are highly encouraged to apply.