Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Officer at Save the Children Nigeria

Save the Children is the leading independent organization for children in need, with programs in over 120 countries. We save children’s lives. We fight for their rights. We help them fulfil their potential. Save the Children is working in Nigeria because one in five children in Nigeria dies before their fifth birthday. About 40% of children miss out on school and have to work to survive while nearly 2 million children have lost one or both parents to an AIDS-related disease.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Officer

Location: Borno
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have regular contact with children or young people.
• In the overseas context, all posts are considered to be level 3 due to potential situations that may allow staff unsupervised access to vulnerable children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Save the Children (SC) and Action Against Hunger (ACF) are implementing the Empowering and Nurturing Resilience, Integration, and Community Health in Borno State (ENRICH) program.
• This multi-sectoral initiative aims to improve access to essential health, nutrition, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), and protection services for conflict-affected populations in Borno State, Nigeria.
• The program focuses on reducing morbidity and mortality among children under five and pregnant and breastfeeding women (PBW), enhancing household food security, and building community resilience to future shocks.
• The MEAL Officer in Borno will be responsible for establishing and managing a robust Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) system for the project in their location.
• Core duties include designing and implementing a MEAL system in accordance with Save the Children International (SCI) standards.
• The position holder will support evaluations/assessments, monitor program progress and quality, document lessons learned, and contribute to periodic monitoring and reporting.
• Ensuring gender-sensitive, inclusive, and participatory MEAL processes, including children's involvement, is crucial.

Scope of Role

• Reports to: MEAL Coordinator
• Staff reporting to this post: MEAL Assistant
  • Direct: One
  • Indirect: None
• Role Dimensions: Work with the program and Support Staff.

KPI:
Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Develop robust MEAL plans, systems, processes, and tools for the project in line with SCI and donor requirements.
• Provide MEAL technical support to partners.
• Lead data collection efforts for the BHA project, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Conduct in-depth data analysis to derive actionable insights and recommendations from project data.
• Execute quarterly monitoring and accountability activities to enhance project performance, including quality benchmarks and data quality assessments.
• Document data collection and analysis findings, contributing to comprehensive and informative reports.
• Ensure monthly updates to SCI’s Project Reporting Information Management & Evidence (PRIME) system, accurately reflecting project progress and achievements.
• Monitor the implementation of programs to ensure activities are carried out according to standards and protocols.

Accountability:

• Ensure the project is implementing the 3 pillars of Accountability: Information sharing, participation, and feedback/reporting, and provide relevant documentation.
• Assist in establishing robust accountability mechanisms, ensuring the voices of project participants are considered in project adaptation, design, and implementation.
• Conduct periodic community feedback and stakeholder meetings to gather input, feedback, and insights on the program, enhancing community engagement, and promoting transparency and accountability.

Knowledge Management & Learning:

• Actively engage in program learning initiatives, facilitating discussions and knowledge-sharing sessions among project teams.
• Support the archiving of project documents in the Resource Centre.
• Support the development of case studies and success stories for the project.

Safeguarding:

• Ensure risk assessments are done before any data collection that involves children.

General:

• Comply with SCI policies and practices regarding child protection, code of conduct, health and safety, equal opportunities, and other relevant policies.
• Undertake any other tasks within the MEAL function as required by the line manager, adapting to project needs and challenges.

Requirements

• Minimum of BSc or equivalent qualification in Economics, Statistics, Development Planning, Social Work, Demography, Computer Science, or any related field.
• Experience in implementing multisectoral interventions in sectors such as Food Security, Livelihoods, MPCA, Health, Nutrition, and WASH.
• At least 3 years of experience working in MEAL for humanitarian/development organizations.
• Experience in implementing education programs in humanitarian contexts is an advantage.
• Experience in the use of analytical and visualization tools/software.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate technical issues effectively.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Good knowledge of the local area and language.
• Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children’s aims, values, and principles, including rights-based approaches and children’s participation.

Behaviour (Values in Practice):
Accountability:

• Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, and role-modelling Save the Children values.
• Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities, providing necessary development, and applying consequences when results are not achieved.

Ambition:

• Set ambitious and challenging goals for themselves and their team.
• Take responsibility for personal development and encourage the team to do the same.
• Widely share their vision for Save the Children and engage/motivate others.
• Think strategically and globally.

Collaboration:

• Build and maintain effective relationships with team members, colleagues, external partners, and supporters.
• Value diversity as a source of strength.
• Be approachable, a good listener, and easy to talk to.

Creativity:

• Develop and encourage new, innovative solutions.
• Be willing to take disciplined risks.

Integrity:

• Be honest, encourage openness, and demonstrate high levels of integrity.

Application Closing Date
24th September, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should :
Click here to apply online