Save the Children
Job Description
The Opportunity
Save the Children (SC) is seeking a Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) Manager for the GCF Project to oversee and deliver all program M&E activities, including survey design, analysis, and report writing. This includes developing qualitative and quantitative survey tools, sample frameworks, and reports for baseline and annual surveys, as well as tracking routine indicator outputs. The MEAL Manager will be responsible for designing, implementing, and strengthening MEAL systems for the Climate Resilient Health and Wellbeing for Communities in Southern Malawi project. Key responsibilities include leading the development and implementation of annual MEAL plans, creating and distributing MEAL tools, training staff, communities, and partners on MEAL concepts, and documenting and sharing key learnings to support program objectives.
Under the Direct Supervision of the Project Director; the MEAL Manager will guide program teams to achieve outcomes and ensure timely accountability to beneficiaries and stakeholders, in alignment with Save the Children’s and donors’ policies. The role involves maintaining strong coordination and relationships with team members, colleagues, external partners, government departments, and other NGOs, in close collaboration with the National MEAL Manager and Program Director.
In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly.
To be successful, you will bring/have:
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Essential
- At least 5 years hands-on experience in Monitoring Evaluation and research work in the health and climate sectors or related development fields, preferably with a nongovernmental organization.
- High level ability in quantitative as well as qualitative research methods.
- Demonstrated knowledge and skills in quantitative and quantitative methods for measurement of learner achievement.
- Considerable experience in designing and maintenance of management information systems and tools.
- Excellent analytical skills and ability to effectively use different data analysis packages (SPSS, Excess, STATA, and similar statistical packages).
- Familiarity with mobile data collection platforms such KoboCollect, ODK or SuveyCTO.
- High level understanding and ability to develop terms of reference (ToRs) for independent consultants, supervision of independent consultants, and reviewing research/evaluation reports.
- Ability to communicate complex scientific data to communities, program staff, and partners in simple and clear manner.
- Good personal organizational skills, including time management, and ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
| The Organisation
We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard. We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:
We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued. We believe in providing reasonable accommodations to support the professional growth and success of all employees. We thus encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including persons with disabilities. Application Information: Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application and include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at www.savethechildren.net/careers We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.
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About Us
We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard. We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:· No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
· All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
· Violence against children is no longer tolerated
We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children.We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.
Method Of Application
Please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at www.savethechildren.net/jobs We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.