Chad : MEAL Manager

Manage MEAL systems to ensure projects meet their goals.

Overview

Manage MEAL systems to ensure projects meet their goals.

You have:

  • University Degree in Political Sciences, Public Administration, International Affairs, Economics or a related field.
  • At least 2-5 years of professional experience in humanitarian and/or development organisations.
  • Experience with participatory appraisals and project cycle management encouraged.
  • Good organizational and communication skills with international and national staff and rural communities.
  • Ability to coordinate and manage a team.
  • Flexibility and adaptability are essential, as well as the ability to plan, take initiative and work independently and under pressure.
  • Excellent communication and drafting skills in English.
  • Knowledge of the region is an asset.
  • Familiarity with basic Office software programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Kobo Toolbox.

Acted

Who we are

Acted works with 19 million people across 43 countries at the intersection of humanitarian, development, climate and environmental programming. We draw on deep contextual knowledge and embrace emerging technologies to save lives, alleviate suffering, and protect and restore our planet. Working in collaboration with a growing ecosystem of local, national and international partners, we pursue one shared objective: a 3Zero World – Zero Exclusion, Zero Carbon and Zero Poverty.

Who we are looking for

You bring the core competencies required for classical humanitarian and development work, alongside an active climate and environmental conscience, and you can navigate the challenges that arise when human and environmental suffering intersect. You have an entrepreneurial mindset: you see opportunities, connect dots, adapt your approach to different environments, and take measured risks in pursuit of results. You balance principles with pragmatism, and ambition with humility.

Acted Chad

Present in Chad, Acted operates in support of vulnerable populations in the Lac and Ouaddaï provinces, as well as in N’Djamena. In 2025, the organization implemented 11 projects with a total budget of €10.5 million. Operations are coordinated from N’Djamena and implemented through four field bases located in Bol and Daboua in the Lac province, and Adré and Chokoyan in Ouaddaï.

In the Lac province, Acted supports internally displaced persons following attacks by armed groups through the Rapid Response Mechanism (RRM), of which it is co-lead, and provides food security assistance. Acted also contributes to strengthening community resilience through projects in education, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), and livelihoods.

In Ouaddaï, Acted redeployed as early as April 2023 in response to the unprecedented influx of Sudanese refugees and Chadian returnees fleeing the conflict in Sudan. Through a multi-sectoral emergency approach including shelter/NFI, CCCM, and protection, Acted addresses the vital needs of displaced populations in informal sites and reception camps. Since 2025, Acted has also been supporting the economic resilience of Sudanese refugees, in collaboration with host communities in the Chokoyan prefecture.

Acted’s work in Chad relies on recognized multi-sectoral technical expertise, rapid deployment capacity, a data-driven approach, strong local acceptance, and increased community participation.

You will be in charge of

The Country Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning Manager is responsible for designing and developing appropriate and viable monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning systems that are in line with the Acted’s global MEAL procedures and to ensure that Acted’s projects and programs perform as planned.

Main duties:

1. Coordination of MEAL activities

2. Management of the MEAL department and team

3. Capacity Building and Training

4. Process Development

5. Capitalization

6. Implement the beneficiary Complaint Response Mechanism

7. Other

Expected skills and qualifications

  • University Degree in Political Sciences, Public Administration, International Affairs, Economics or a related field (anthropology, sociology, statistics);
  • At least 2-5 years of professional experience in humanitarian and/or development organisations;
  • Experience with participatory appraisals and project cycle management encouraged;
  • Good organizational and communication skills with international and national staff and rural communities;
  • Ability to coordinate and manage a team;
  • Teamwork and team building skills, capacity building skills;
  • Flexibility and adaptability are essential, as well as the ability to plan, take initiative and work independently and under pressure;
  • Excellent communication and drafting skills in English;
  • Knowledge of the region is an asset;
  • Familiarity with basic Office software programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Kobo Toolbox.

Terms of reference

For more information about the position, click here . ### Conditions

  • Salary between 2700 and 2900€ monthly (before income tax), depending on the level of education, security level, etc as well as a monthly living allowance of $300
  • Accommodation and food provided in Acted guesthouse
  • Pension, health insurance, life insurance and repatriation assistance (& unemployment insurance for EU citizens)
  • Flight tickets every 6 months & visa fees covered
  • Contribution to the luggage transportation: up to 100 kgs, depending on the length of the contract
  • Annual leave of 25 to 43 days per year
  • One week pre-departure training in Acted HQ, including a 4-days in situ security training
  • Tax advice (free 30-minute call with a tax consultant)
  • Psychological assistance
  • This position is classified as an international staff position under Acted’s recruitment framework. Eligibility for an international contract is therefore required.

Join us

Please send your application (CV and letter of motivation) by email ([email protected]) or below, including the reference: MEALM/TCD

Please note that Acted will never charge a fee for the recruitment process.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you had to manage a team under pressure? This question assesses your team management and pressure-handling skills. Provide a specific example that highlights your leadership during challenging situations.
How do you ensure that monitoring and evaluation activities align with project goals? The interviewer is interested in your understanding of aligning MEAL with project objectives. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies would you implement to enhance the capacity of your MEAL team? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle beneficiary complaints in your projects? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you discuss your experience with data analysis in project evaluation? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 2 years ago - Updated 1 hour ago - Source: acted.org