Project Officer-MEAL

Job Description

Title: Project Officer-MEAL

Company Name: SAINT-Bangladesh

Vacancy: 1

Age: At least 24 years

Job Location: Patuakhali (Dashmina)

Salary: Tk. 38000 (Monthly)

Experience:

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

• Bachelor of Social Science (BSS)

• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Development Studies, Public Health, Social Sciences, or related field.

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

• Age At least 24 years

• Minimum 3 years of experience in MEAL/M&E in development or humanitarian projects.

• Experience in WASH, climate resilience, or governance projects are preferred.

• 11.. Core Competencies & Skills

• Core Competencies & Skills

• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills

• Proficiency in digital data tools (KoBo, ODK, ONA, Excel, Power BI preferred)

• Excellent report writing and presentation skills (Bangla & English)

• Knowledge of log frame, PMP, and indicator tracking

• Training and facilitation skills

• Attention to detail and problem-solving ability

• Monitoring and evaluation frameworks and methodologies

• Data quality assurance (DQA) standards

• Accountability and feedback mechanisms (CRM)

• Research and documentation techniques

• Gender, Equity, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDI)

• 13.Personal Attributes

• Integrity and professionalism

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Ability to work in field-based and challenging environments

• Team-oriented and supportive attitude

• Commitment to learning and continuous improvement

• 14. Organizational Responsibilities

• Promote organizational values and policies

• Support staff development and performance management

• Ensure compliance with operational standards and procedures

• III. Reporting to:

• Project Manager

• IV. Working Conditions:

• Field-based position with frequent travel within the project area

• Close collaboration with communities, CSOs, and local authorities

SAINT-Bangladesh is implementing the CLIMB Project to strengthen climate-resilient, inclusive, and gender-responsive WASH governance in vulnerable coastal areas. The project emphasizes civil society engagement, social accountability, evidence generation, and advocacy to improve WASH services, particularly for women and vulnerable communities.

The Civil Society Leadership in Mobilizing for Better WASH (CLIMB) Partnership Programme supported by Water Aid Bangladesh aims to strengthen climate-resilient, inclusive, and gender-responsive WASH governance in the climate-vulnerable coastal areas of Dashmina Upazila, Patuakhali. SAINT-Bangladesh is implementing the CLIMB Project to strengthen climate-resilient, inclusive, and gender-responsive WASH governance in coastal areas. The project emphasizes advocacy, social accountability, civil society engagement, and improved service delivery for vulnerable populations.

The project focuses on:

• Strengthening civil society capacity

• Promoting participatory governance and social accountability

• Evidence-based advocacy and policy influence

• Improving WASH and health outcomes, especially for women

The Project Officer – MEAL will be responsible for designing, implementing, and strengthening the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) system of the project. S/he will ensure high-quality data collection, analysis, reporting, and learning to support evidence-based decision-making, advocacy, and adaptive project management.

Responsibility # 01: Advocacy Planning & Implementation (30%)

• MEAL System Development & Implementation

• Develop and operationalize the project MEAL framework aligned with donor requirements.

• Prepare and update indicators, log frame tracking tools, and performance monitoring plans (PMP).

• Ensure integration of gender, equity, and inclusion (GEDI) indicators into the MEAL system.

• Support baseline, midline, and end line assessments.

Responsibility # 02: Monitoring & Data Management

• Design and manage data collection tools and methodologies (quantitative and qualitative).

• Ensure regular field monitoring visits to track progress and quality of implementation.

• Maintain and manage databases using digital platforms (KoBo, ODK, ONA, Excel, etc.).

• Ensure data quality, accuracy, completeness, and timeliness following DQA standards.

• Responsibility # 03: Evaluation, Research & Learning

• Support internal and external evaluations, assessments, and surveys.

• Conduct case studies, success stories, and documentation of best practices.

• Facilitate learning events, reflection sessions, and knowledge-sharing workshops.

• Promote adaptive learning by analyzing findings and recommending improvements.

• Ensure proper documentation and filing systems (both physical and digital).

Responsibility # 04: Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare high-quality monthly, quarterly, and donor reports based on verified data.

• Develop dashboards, visual reports, and presentations for management and stakeholders.

• Ensure proper documentation and archiving of project data and reports.

• Support evidence generation for advocacy and policy influence.

Responsibility # 05: Accountability & Feedback Mechanism

• Establish and manage community feedback and complaint response mechanisms (CRM).

• Ensure beneficiary participation and accountability in project implementation.

• Track and report feedback, complaints, and response actions.

• Promote transparency and community engagement in monitoring processes.

Responsibility: 6 Capacity Building & Technical Support

• Train project staff, volunteers, and partners on MEAL tools, systems, and data collection methods.

• Provide ongoing technical support and mentoring to field teams.

Strengthen partners’ capacity in data management and reporting.

Responsibility # 7 Safety, Safeguarding, Safeguarding, Ethics & Compliance

As part of this role, the job holder will be expected to adhere to and support SAINT-Bangladesh’s safety and security-related policies and systems as part of their day-to-day duties and comply, at all times, with safety & security protocols and directives, including reporting. Staff must maintain situational and self–awareness and be aware of the safety – security-related consequences of their actions upon themselves, their team, and the organization.

SAINT-Bangladesh is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work, including sexual harassment, exploitation, abuse, lack of integrity, and financial misconduct, and expects staff to promote the welfare of children, young people, and adults always. SAINT-Bangladesh expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our Code of Conduct. This is a high priority to ensure that only those who share and demonstrate this commitment are recruited to work with us.

• Ensure ethical standards in data collection, including confidentiality and informed consent.

• Comply with organizational safeguarding, child protection and data protection policies.

• Promote gender-sensitive and inclusive approaches in MEAL practices.

Responsibilities # 8 : Coordination & Collaboration

• Coordinate with project team, government stakeholders, CSOs, and partners on MEAL-related activities.

• Participate in coordination meetings and share monitoring findings.

• Liaise with central MEAL unit and donor representatives as required.

• Coordinate with project team, government stakeholders, CSOs, and partners on MEAL-related activities.

• Participate in coordination meetings and share monitoring findings.

• Liaise with central MEAL unit and donor representatives as required.

9. Expected Results / Key Outputs Alignment

• Functional and effective MEAL system aligned with donor standards

• High-quality, reliable, and timely data for decision-making

• Strengthened accountability and community feedback systems

• Evidence-based advocacy and improved project performance

• As per organizational policy and donor budget allocation