MEAL Coordinator

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive MEAL plan for the project, including clear objectives, indicators, data collection methods, and reporting mechanisms.
• Monitor project progress against the project log frame and work plans, identifying and reporting on any delays, issues or risks to the Program Manager.
• Design and implement project evaluations, including baseline, mid-term and final evaluations, and other research activities as required.
• Ensure that project data is properly collected, analyzed and reported in a timely and accurate manner, and that it is used to inform project decision-making.
• Work with the Program Manager and other project staff to develop project reports, including donor reports, that clearly communicate project progress and impact.
• Provide technical support to project staff on data collection, analysis, and reporting, and ensure that they are aware of and adhere to the project MEAL system.
• Ensure the collection and analysis of data consider gender and inclusivity, accounting for the diverse needs and perspectives of different groups.
• Ensure that the project is compliant with donor reporting requirements and that reports are submitted on time.
• Promote learning and knowledge sharing within the organization and with project partners, ensuring that lessons learned are documented and disseminated.
• Participate in regular project review meetings with the Program Manager and other project staff to review project progress, identify issues and risks, and develop action plans to address them.
• Use MEAL findings to adapt project strategies and activities in response to changing circumstances or new information (adaptive management).