MEAL Officer

Job Description

Title: MEAL Officer

Company Name: NGO Forum for Public Health

Vacancy: 01

Age: at least 25 years

Location: Cox's Bazar

Minimum Salary: Tk. 85657 (Monthly)

Experience:
∎ 2 to 3 years
∎ The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):NGO, Development Agency

Published: 25 Sep 2024

Education:
∎ Master's Degree with graduation (hons) from a reputed public / private university (preferable discipline Public Health / Development Economics / Sociology / Population Science / Disaster Management / Anthropology / Geography & Environment / Urban & Regional Planning etc.)

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ Age at least 25 years
∎ Strong understanding of MEAL principles as well as of WASH program.
∎ Skilled in using digital tools for real-time data collection.
∎ Conducts regular field visits for insights and program improvement.
∎ Efficiently handles multiple tasks.
∎ Captures best practices and lessons learned.
∎ MEAL Expertise: Proven experience in Monitoring, Evaluation, Documentation, and Reporting (MEAL) activities particularly in WASH.
∎ Data Collection, Analysis & Reporting: Proficiency in developing quantitative and qualitative reports, best practices, and conducting real-time data collection through KOBO Tool and skilled in data analysis through KOBO Toolkit and visualization using Tableau, Power BI, or similar tools.
∎ Technical Skills: Fluency in using Excel, SPSS, STATA, or other statistical analysis software.
∎ Communication: Excellent written and oral communication skills in both Bangla and English.
∎ Field Experience: Experience working in refugee camp settings.
∎ Community Engagement: Strong skills in community engagement and able to communicate in local language (Cox’s Bazar, Burmese)
∎ Time Management: Effective time management skills to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks.
∎ Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, and community members.
∎ Cultural Sensitivity: Respect for diverse cultures and the ability to adapt to different working environments.

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ MEAL System Development and Management:
∎ Contribute to the establishment and improvement of the project's MEAL system.
∎ Develop and implement effective monitoring tools to ensure high-quality project implementation.
∎ Analyze MEAL findings and provide recommendations to inform decision-making.
∎ Data Management and Analysis:
∎ Gather, manage, and analyze data using KOBO toolbox and advanced Excel techniques.
∎ Create visualization dashboards to support decision-making.
∎ Conduct capacity-building events on data collection, monitoring tools, and reporting.
∎ MEAL System Design and Implementation:
∎ Design and implement MEAL systems, including qualitative and quantitative approaches for baseline, process monitoring, and outcome assessment.
∎ Ensure gender-sensitive and disability-inclusive approaches are integrated into MEAL activities.
∎ Technical Knowledge and Skills:
∎ Demonstrate strong understanding of WASH, protection, and public health issues.
∎ Possess excellent information presentation skills (graphing, charting, tabling).
∎ Reporting and Documentation:
∎ Coordinate and ensure timely submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
∎ Capture success stories and best practices.
∎ Develop event-based and periodic reports.
∎ Facilitate meetings, awareness sessions, trainings, and workshops.
∎ Assist in developing communication materials.
∎ Fieldwork and Data Collection:
∎ Conduct regular field visits to collect data for various reporting purposes.
∎ Ensure timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, half-yearly, and yearly progress reports.
∎ Documentation and Advocacy:
∎ Develop high-quality documentation, including case studies, e-bulletins, and advocacy materials

Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ As per Human Resource Policies & Procedures of NGO Forum for Public Health.

Workplace:
∎ Work at office

Employment Status: Contractual

Job Location: Cox's Bazar

Job Highlights:
∎ The duration of the contract will be until December 31, 2024.

Read Before Apply:

APPLICATION PROCESS• Interested persons are requested to apply with a complete CV with contact mobile / telephone number and a copy of recent passport size photograph. NGO Forum is an equal opportunity employer and also encourages applications from qualified female candidates.• Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.• Application must be submitted through online by clicking on Apply Online Button.

Note: Application sent by email will not be considered.Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted. References will be taken and background and Anti-terrorism checks will be carried out in conformity with NGO Forum's Safeguarding policy of Children and Adults and Anti-Money Laundering Policy & Prevention of Terrorist Financing.

ATTENTION:• NGO Forum aims to attract and select a diverse workforce ensuring equal opportunity to everyone irrespective of race, age, gender, class, ethnicity, disability, location and religion.• NGO Forum is committed to ensuring that wherever we work there is no tolerance for the abuse of power, privilege or trust.• NGO Forum reinforces a culture of zero tolerance towards any form of inappropriate behaviour, abuse, harassment, or exploitation of any kind.• All employees are expected to abide by the Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse & Child Protection Policy of NGO Forum.• The safeguarding of our beneficiaries, staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities seriously.