MEAL Officer Full Time NEW

Médecins du Monde (MdM) or Doctors of the World is an international humanitarian organization that provides medical care and support to vulnerable populations around the world. Founded in 1980, the organization’s mission is to ensure access to healthcare for all, regardless of race, religion, or political affiliation. MdM operates in over 40 countries including Ethiopia, delivering medical aid in crisis zones, conflict-affected areas, and areas of extreme poverty. Our teams of healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, and support staff, work tirelessly to provide essential medical services, emergency relief, and long-term healthcare programs.MDM–France invites qualified candidates to apply for the following position :

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) system Development

• Ensure systematic quantitative and qualitative data collection utilizing MdM’s monitoring and evaluation tools, including Monitool.
• Track monthly progress data and ensure accurate data entry using Monitool and the Indicator Performance Tracking Table (IPTT).
• Maintain secure and confidential archiving of collected data.
• Support MdM and local partner teams in establishing and maintaining efficient data collection and monitoring systems.
• Verify the accuracy and consistency of reported data, including consultations, morbidity rates, and other key indicators.
• Continuously monitor project indicators, analyze data trends using advanced analytical tools, and recommend necessary program adjustments for improved outcomes.
• Provide technical guidance in the development and implementation of M&E plans, including data collection methodologies, indicator tracking, and evaluation frameworks.
• Organize regular program review meetings to assess progress, identify gaps, and propose data-driven solutions for program enhancement.

Accountability and Learning

• Oversee the implementation and management of the Feedback and Complaints Response Mechanism (CFRM) in alignment with MdM’s accountability frameworks.
• Ensure beneficiary feedback is systematically captured, analyzed, and used to enhance program effectiveness.
• Support project teams in collecting and documenting good practices, lessons learned, and feedback based on established M&E plans.
• In collaboration with the Field Coordinator, analyze data and propose program reorientation as needed.
• Ensure the availability of donor and MdM visibility in all materials and equipment, as well as billboards in all supported health facilities.
• Ensure the placement of CFRM key channels and messages with billboards and suggestion boxes in all supported health facilities.
• Enhance the establishment and implementation of CFRM community committees.
• Ensure learning through capturing learning, best practices, and challenges, and organizing quarterly/bi-annual review meetings with local government authorities

Reporting and Documentation

• Support the development of high-quality and timely reports in collaboration with the Field Coordinator, Project Manager, and program team.
• Ensure the timely submission of reports to the country coordination team, adhering to required deadlines.
• Compile and draft program progress reports (monthly, quarterly, and annually) against key indicators and proposal targets.
• Synthesize and analyze MEAL data to produce summary reports, graphs, tables, and thematic findings for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure the availability and verification of data sources across all supported health facilities, maintaining proper documentation in both hard and soft copies as Means of Verification (MoV).
• Act as the focal point for reporting-related queries, ensuring alignment with reporting templates, donor requirements, and organizational guidelines.
• Ensure timely data entry into Monitool, IPTT data submission, and SITREP report submission in collaboration with the Project Manager and Field Coordinator.
• Support gender and other relevant assessments, ensuring key findings are well-documented and shared with relevant stakeholders.

Data Management and Coordination

• Under the direct supervision of the Field Coordinator and with technical support from the MEAL & Grant Coordinator at the coordination office, lead the compilation and quality control of monthly reporting tools, including Indicator Performance Tracking Table (IPTT), Monitool, SITREP, and regional cluster coordination reports.
• Monitor progress against key indicators, ensuring reports accurately reflect program achievements, challenges, and necessary adjustments.
• Systematically manage the M&E data and information system, overseeing data collection, entry, analysis, and reporting to ensure accuracy, completeness, and reliability.
• Provide technical guidance and support to field teams on data management, verification, and analysis.
• Ensure proper organization and documentation of all project data, including best practices, lessons learned, success stories, and case studies, for effective learning and knowledge sharing.
• Organize and facilitate regular project implementation reviews, performance assessment meetings, and learning sessions to enhance program effectiveness.
• Ensure strong coordination and communication within the MEAL team and across other departments to promote data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.

Employment Term: 9 months contract

Reported to:Field Coordinator

Required positions: 1 (One)

Qualifications and experience:

• Degree in data science, statistics, social science, or any other related field.
• Experience or background in epidemiology, public health, health information management or a related discipline
• A BSc/MSc in Data Science, Statistics, Social Sciences, Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Information Management, or a related discipline, with at least 3 years of experience in monitoring and evaluation of humanitarian projects.

Skills and qualities

• Proven experience in quantitative and qualitative data collection, including survey design, implementation, and analysis.
• Demonstrated expertise in training and building the MEAL capacity of field staff.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic data collection tools such as Kobo Toolbox, or similar platforms.
• Experience in data visualization tools, including Power BI and advanced Excel.
• Experience with GIS and geospatial data analysis, including QGIS mapping.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to process complex data sets and generate actionable insights.
• Ability to systematically collect, clean, and critically analyze data and information to support evidence-based decision-making.
• Strong understanding of humanitarian programming and adherence to humanitarian principles.
• Experience working with NGOs is preferred.
• Willingness to travel regularly to field locations as required by the role
• Professional proficiency in Amharic and English is mandator

Required personal skills.

Maintain professionalism, self-restraint, and respect for beneficiaries’ dignity.

• Strong teamwork, adaptability, and willingness to support various activities.
• Commitment to equity, human rights, neutrality, and impartiality.
• Proactive, motivated, and open to continuous learning and capacity building.
• Respect for team roles, responsibilities, and expertise.
• Ability to accept feedback and improve personal skills.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
• Reactive, adaptable, and capable of taking initiative.
• Effective communication, writing, and reporting skills.
• Strong team spirit and interest in humanitarian work.
• Ability to work under pressure and in challenging conditions.

Languages

• English and Amharic/Fluent