MEAL Manager
Design and develop monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning systems.
Overview
Design and develop monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning systems.
You have:
- 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
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.
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 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 50 kgs, depending on the length of the contract
- Possible Rest & Recuperation (R&R) every 2 months or 3 months, flight tickets covered up to $500 and allowance of $200 depending the context Required qualifications and technical competencies Conditions
- 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 / Various locations
Please note that Acted will never charge a fee for the recruitment process.
Potential interview questions
| Describe a time when you had to build a monitoring and evaluation system from scratch. How did you approach it? | This question assesses your experience and approach in setting up MEAL systems. | Share specifics about your methodology, the challenges you faced, and the outcomes. |
| How do you handle conflicts within your team, especially under pressure? | This question evaluates your conflict resolution and team management skills. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of how you adapted a project based on the feedback you received from beneficiaries? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What are some key performance indicators you would set for a new program? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Tell us about a time you had to train a team on new methodologies. What was your approach and the result? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you prioritize your tasks when managing multiple projects? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience with participatory appraisals. What challenges did you face? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What steps would you take if a project is not meeting its targets? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |