Overview

Lead and implement the MEAL system and activities.

You have:

• Significant experience in leading Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning systems for humanitarian programming.
• Experience in data management and analysis, competent in using relevant software tools.
• Proven ability to train and prepare colleagues on MEAL responsibilities.
• Strong communication skills for reporting and stakeholder engagement.

Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Manager to lead implementation of UK-Med’s MEAL system and activities.

• Role: MEAL Manager

• Remuneration: £36,000 - £42,000 (dependent on experience)

• Duration: Permanent

• Location: Manchester, UK (hybrid working available)

We are not limiting applications solely to the UK. We are also willing to consider assisting the right candidate in obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship (COS), if needed

The overall aim of UK-Med’s MEAL function is to ensure that organisation-wide efforts related to donor reporting and programmatic MEL is reported against strategic indicators, translated into organisational learning and improvement, and gets communicated effectively to senior leadership, board of trustees, donors, and partners and stakeholders in the wider humanitarian (health) sector through high-quality reports based on robust data analysis.

The MEAL Manager plays an essential role in ensuring that UK-Med implements a robust MEAL framework on all emergency responses as well as on long-term programmes and leads on ensuring and communicating organisational learning and improvement. The MEAL Manager works closely with the Director of Learning & Capacity Building and colleagues from across the organisation to ensure that strategic direction and vision for UK-Med’s MEAL function is implemented in line with our organisational strategy, and in setting up robust learning and improvement processes across the organisation.

The MEAL Manager is an experienced and skilled Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning professional with a wealth of experience in leading an organisational MEAL system for humanitarian programming. Furthermore, the MEAL Manager is passionate about training and preparing colleagues to deliver on programmatic MEAL responsibilities and about working with organisational leadership, external partners and donors on ensuring programme quality.

How to Apply

We strongly recommend that you read the Candidate Information Pack - MEAL Manager before applying for this role.

To apply, please submit a current CV and a supporting letter (no more than 2 pages) that includes a detailed explanation of your suitability for this post with specific reference to the essential criteria in the person specification.

Applications must be submitted through our online jobs portal. Please note that this is a rolling recruitment process. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis and hiring manager will review applications as they are received, decisions may be made at any time if a suitable candidate is identified.

We are not limiting applications solely to the UK. We are also willing to consider assisting the right candidate in obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship (COS), if needed.

UK-Med is committed to safeguarding of our personnel and beneficiaries and has a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation and abuse. We conduct thorough vetting before any appointment is confirmed.

UK-Med is committed to the principles of diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where employees feel respected and supported to be able to fulfil their potential.

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