Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Coordinator Full Time NEW

Reports To: Field Office Manager- Bale FO

Positions reporting to this position holder- None

LOCATION: Bale Robe

GRADE: 3B

Contract Length: one year with the possibility of Extension

Child Safeguarding: Level 3 – the responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have regular contact with or access to children or young people

Risk and Compliance:

The role holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the SCI Fraud, Bribery, and Corruption policy and code of conduct. The key responsibilities include understanding and complying with the SCI policies and procedures, not committing any act of fraud, bribery, or corruption, understanding risks in their area/role, and implementing mitigation measures, report any suspected fraud, bribery, or corruption immediately, declare conflicts of interest in accordance with internal procedures and complete mandatory training related to ethics and anti-fraud measures

Note: Given that safeguarding and risk responsibilities are integral to all roles, the CO SG , Risk and Compliance team can be consulted for support in tailoring specific safeguarding/risk activities and roles.

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of the Field Office Manager, the MEAL Coordinator will provide comprehensive support to all awards implemented through the Bale Field Office, ensuring that Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) activities are delivered with quality, consistency, and accountability.

The MEAL Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that program implementation aligns with Save the Children’s MEAL Approach and Standards, donor requirements, the Save the Children MEAL Framework, and any specific programmatic methodologies.

A key part of the role is to ensure that a strong and functional MEAL system—including the PRIME system—is established, maintained, and continuously strengthened. This system should enable high‑quality program delivery and ensure accountability to beneficiaries, partners, and donors.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement a work plan for rolling out the MEAL system at the program and Field Office levels.
• Provide technical support to Program staff on developing and implementing M&E plans.
• Support program staff to collect good quality monitoring data promptly and collate/organize data received for reporting to the Project Office.
• Closely work with the MEAL team at SCI CO, CO TAs, SAO MEAL function, Program managers, and FO-level on the design and roll-out of standardized monitoring tools and methodologies.
• Provide technical assistance and capacity building for program staff and partners’ staff on the development and use of MEAL tools and methodologies.
• Ensure that regular reports are generated from monitoring data and that findings are communicated effectively to appropriate persons and units.
• Conduct qualitative M&E (against international standards through participatory methodologies (including child-friendly methodologies).
• Support and participate as required in all other aspects of MEAL, for example, surveys, baselines, evaluations, joint projects monitoring, and reviews/lessons learning workshops/events.
• Implement accountability activities, including the development and use of information materials and the establishment of a pilot complaints response mechanism. This may include managing an Accountability Assistant, ensuring that complaints are logged and addressed in a professional and timely manner, and that serious complaints relating to abuse, exploitation, and corruption are referred appropriately.
• Provide inductions to new staff on MEAL and work with all staff in the organization to increase capacity in Accountability through training and direct support.
• Promote learning throughout the area office, particularly on issues of program quality and accountability.
• Regularly produce and report on best practices and case studies; ensure new analysis and information is available, including for the forthcoming communications strategy
• Ensure that children, women, and other vulnerable community members are included in all MEAL activities
• Supporting the Field Office with quality and timely donor, government, and internal report organizing
• Being part of the FO SMT member, will assist the head of the field office in Organizing the monthly and ad-hoc meetings
• Coordinating need assessment, developing response plans, attending cluster meetings, and liaising with Health, ESNFI, and WASH cluster partners for the SWAN consortium project activities/presence.
• Generating lessons learned(Program case story and success stories ) , and ACCM with FO , AO and CO team
• Led staff on rapid and contextual needs assessment
• Provision of effective communication vertically and horizontally
• Capturing and storing program quality data, generating information for impacts
• Lead the QBM & PDM on demands
• PRIME Adoption support and leading at FO and beyond as needed, and reinforce mandatory daily use of PRIME for project planning, tracking, and performance monitoring across all projects and offices.
• Build staff capacity through targeted training, coaching, and on‑the‑job support for program, finance, MEAL, and supply chain teams.
• Ensure data quality, timeliness, and completeness in PRIME, with regular reviews and corrective follow‑up with Program staff like BHs, project managers, and coordinators
• Integrate PRIME into routine management processes (BVA reviews, action tracking, reporting, and decision‑making).
• Strengthen management ownership and accountability to drive consistent PRIME usage and compliance.
• Monitor PRIME adoption progress and address barriers promptly to improve system utilization and value.

Reporting Requirement

• Preparing quality and timely FO MEAL report to the Area Office MEAL focal, CO MEAL unit on demand and the FOM detailing all MEAL activities.

Essential Qualification

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in MEAL, preferably within an INGO environment, including substantial field operations experience in both development and emergency programs.
• BA Degree or equivalent in MEAL, Statistics, Development Studies, or other related fields.
• Field-level experience in procurement and logistics within INGOs working in international development and emergency contexts.
• Strong knowledge of key institutional donors and their compliance requirements related to MEAL systems.
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, including influencing, negotiation, and coaching.
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex issues through strong analytical skills, clear decision‑making, and a commitment to quality and accountability.
• Strong commitment to Save the Children’s values.
• Ability and willingness to adapt work practices, including working irregular hours during major emergencies and travelling on short notice for extended periods.
• Highly organized with strong administrative and information‑management skills, including the ability to develop and maintain effective filing systems.
• Ability to use updated software applications and databases to analyze and interpret data for decision‑making.
• High level of computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

Additional Desirable Qualification

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with the local context, including knowledge of local languages is highly desirable.
• Experiences with SCI updated the MEAL system and PRIME adoption

Save the Children Values

Save the Children’s core values are Accountability, Ambition, Collaboration, Creativity, and Integrity.
The post holder is expected to consistently demonstrate these values and associated competencies.

Core Competencies

1. Leading & Delivering Results

• Takes personal responsibility and holds others accountable for delivering ambitious results for children.
• Continuously improves personal and team performance.

2. Thinking & Applying Technical Expertise

• Applies technical and professional MEAL expertise to the highest standards.
• Promotes and shares best practices within and outside the organization.

3. Engaging

• Working Effectively with Others
• Works collaboratively to achieve shared goals.
• Values diversity of people and perspectives.
• Knows when to lead and when to follow, ensuring effective cross‑boundary collaboration.

Communicating with Impact

• Communicates clearly and confidently to engage and influence others.
• Promotes open dialogue and ensures timely, appropriate communication.
• Builds trust and confidence with colleagues, partners, and beneficiaries.
• Holds suppliers and partners accountable for delivering on their responsibilities.

Value‑Based SCI Core values with explanations

Ambition

• Sets challenging goals and takes responsibility for personal development.
• Shares a compelling vision for Save the Children and motivates others.
• Thinks strategically and with a future‑oriented, global perspective.

Collaboration

• Approachable, a good listener, and easy to engage with.
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with colleagues, members, partners, and supporters.
• Values diversity and works effectively across cultures.

Creativity

• Develops and encourages innovative solutions.
• Cuts unnecessary bureaucracy and promotes an entrepreneurial approach.

Integrity

• Honest and transparent, building trust and confidence.
• Demonstrates consistent, sound judgment.