Monitoring Evaluation Accountability And Learning Officer

ROLE PURPOSE:   The Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning (MEAL) Officer will support the MEAL Coordinator in implementing Save the Children Lebanon’s MEAL framework in their field site. Together with the MEAL Team  based in the capital, the MEAL Officer will have a key role in establishing and promoting use of MEAL systems and processes in order to strengthen Save the Children capacity to: -       Measure and demonstrate strategic impact -       Be accountable to ourselves, children, donors and partners -       Ensure and increase the quality of our work   The MEAL Officer will specifically support programme staff in implementing MEAL systems and processes in program design, implementation and evaluation, paying particular attention to monitoring and evaluating programme quality, results and impact and systematically integrating accountability and learning in programme management cycle.   KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:   Participate in MEAL planning process with MEAL Coordinator and program staff Support needs’ assessment exercises carried out by program teams (data collection methodology, training on data collection methodology and tools, quality control of data collection process, review of assessment statistics) Development, quality control and consolidation of program Indicator Performance Tracking Table, output tracker and other reporting tools In collaboration with MEAL Coordinator and MEAL TA, support review of data collection methodology and revision of existing tools or development of new tools Support the development of data collection and analysis plans by program teams Train program staff on data collection methodology and tools, ensuring good practices in data collection are understood and adhered to Quality control of data collection process through regular spot check visits Review data collection statistics produced by data management teams Support learning events, in particular documentation of lessons learned Participate in internal evaluations Support implementation of external evaluations at field level In collaboration with MEAL Coordinator, set up accountability systems and processes (complaints/feedback mechanisms, information-sharing, participation processes among others) Conduct regular program performance field monitoring visits Manage complaints database at field level and ensure timely resolution of complaints Train program staff on accountability principles, systems and processes Ensure that the minimum standards of humanitarian relief are maintained in accordance with the Sphere Charter and Red Cross Code of Conduct Perform any other tasks as requested by the Line Manager Comply with Save the Children policies and practice with respect to child protection, code of conduct, health and safety, equal opportunities and other relevant policies and procedures.   QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES Essential Excellent verbal and written skills in Arabic and good written and spoken English University degree or equivalent experience in international development, social sciences or similar Experience and knowledge of monitoring, evaluation and needs/impact assessment methods Experience in training and coaching Skills in designing and implementing information management and performance measurement frameworks Strong interpersonal and organisational skills, and ability to work under pressure Proven analytical and problem solving skills Detail-oriented Strong computer proficiency, particularly with Microsoft Excel and Word, and ability to use computer programs to collect, document and share assessment and monitoring results Demonstrated understanding of emergency response activities Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children’s aims, values and principles.