MEAL Officer

Job Description

Title: MEAL Officer

Company Name: Society for Health Extension and Development (SHED)

Vacancy: --

Age: At most 35 years

Job Location: Cox`s Bazar

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

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

Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Anthropology, Statistics or related field (Any Related PGD will add value)

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

• Age At most 35 years

Experience

 Minimum 3 years of experience in Monitoring & Evaluation in NGO/INGO sector

 Experience in UNICEF-supported SBC or Community Engagement programmes (preferred)

 Experience in humanitarian or Rohingya response context (preferred)

Skills & Competencies

 Strong knowledge of result based monitoring tools and data collection methodologies

 Proficiency in progress monitoring and developing IPTT

 Proficiency in developing Dashboard in both Excel and PowerBI

 Proficiency in Kobo Collect, ONA, Excel, and database management systems

 Good understanding of IFC systems, IPC, micro-planning, advocacy, and social communication.

 Proficiency in both qualitative and quantitative data analysis through excel, SPSS and Atlasti

 Excellent analytical report writing skills in Bangla (Bijoy) and English.

 Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.

 Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.

 Positive attitude and ability to manage workload in challenging environments.

Core Competencies

 Analytical thinking and problem-solving

 Accountability and transparency

 Strong communication skills

 Attention to detail

 Team collaboration

 Adaptability in humanitarian settings

Deliverables

 Functional MEAL framework and monitoring tools

 Accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual monitoring reports

 High-quality documentation of best practices and case studies

 Strong data quality assurance system

 Evidence-based recommendations for programme improvement

Job Purpose:

The MEAL Officer is responsible for the overall leadership of the project’s Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) functions. The position ensures effective monitoring, documentation, data quality assurance, and evidence-based reporting of programme activities.nThe MEAL Officer establishes functional linkages among CFRM Officer, CEO, DPM, and other field staff to ensure systematic tracking of both quantitative and qualitative progress. The role supports the Programme Manager (PM) in ensuring timely and quality delivery of Digital CFRM and Community Engagement (CE) interventions across operational areas.

Key Responsibilities with Engagement Percentage:

Total Engagement 100%: Monitoring & Field Supervision (35%), Data Management & Quality Assurance (20%), Reporting & Documentation (15%), Learning & Knowledge Management (10%), Accountability & Safeguarding (10%), Planning & Coordination (10%)

A. Monitoring & Field Supervision – 35%

 Develop and update monitoring tools, checklists, and tracking formats.

 Conduct regular field visits (50% field time) to monitor activities in camps

 Cross-check field activities using CE minimum quality standards to ensure quality and quantity standards

 Document observations and provide weekly feedback to Programme Manager and DPM

 Monitor implementation progress against approved work plans and indicators

 Liaise between management and field-level staff for standard SBC intervention

B. Data Management & Quality Assurance – 20%

 Collect, verify, and compile area-wise field data for daily and periodic reporting

 Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and completeness

 Cross-check field-level reports to maintain high data quality standards

 Manage databases using Kobo Collect, ONA, INFORM and other data systems

 Archive raw data and maintain digital and physical documentation

C. Reporting & Documentation – 15%

 Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual monitoring reports

 Contribute to narrative reports, campaign reports, and case studies

 Document best practices, humanitarian stories, and lessons learned

 Maintain organized documentation systems for evidence-based reporting

 Support donor-compliant reporting requirements

D. Learning & Knowledge Management – 10%

 Promote evidence-based behaviour change practices through analysis and learning

 Analyze monitoring findings and provide recommendations for programme improvement

 Facilitate reflection sessions and learning discussions with field teams

 Ensure documentation of project processes (achievements, challenges, learning, outcomes)

E. Accountability & Safeguarding – 10%

 Promote safeguarding standards and accountability mechanisms

 Ensure monitoring processes integrate accountability principles

 Follow safeguarding reporting procedures for any reportable incidents

 Act as a support resource for safe and ethical programme implementation

F. Planning & Coordination – 10%

 Support preparation of monthly work plans and monitoring schedules

 Assist Programme Manager in evidence-based decision-making

 Coordinate with DPM, ISP, CEO, and field teams to ensure aligned reporting systems

 Maintain strong liaison with local government authorities and stakeholders when required

 Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the Programme Manager

As per Organization/project provision