MEAL Officer at ZOA International

ZOA’s Programme in Nigeria

• ZOA has been working in Borno State in Nigeria since 2016, especially in 10 LGAs in Borno State and 3 LGAs in Yobe State.
• We reach out to the internally displaced persons and vulnerable host communities with emergency humanitarian & early recovery assistance to meet their needs. ZOA Nigeria focuses on Food Security & Livelihoods, WaSH, Education.
• Position is opened for National Candidates.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and implementation of monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning (MEAL) activities in line with project objectives.
• Develop MEAL frameworks, tools, and data collection methodologies for effective program tracking.
• Ensure that cross-cutting issues such as participation, gender, age and disability are effective. Addressed/mainstreamed in all project implementations as part of ensuring accountability  Assessments, surveys, and evaluation
• Facilitate and/or coordinate all country assessments, evaluations and performance evaluation tasks including planning and reporting on the same. 
• Assist in the development of TOR for external surveys and consultant recruitments/selection..
• Timely plan and initiate all pre- and post-intervention assessments, KAP surveys, After Action Reviews, Post Distribution Monitoring and Real-Time Evaluation of emergency programmes.
• Conduct regular field visits to monitor project implementation, data quality, and beneficiary feedback.
• Support data collection, cleaning, analysis, and timely reporting of project indicators.
• Train and build the capacity of project staff and community volunteers on MEAL tools and practices.
• Work closely with program teams to integrate MEAL findings into program planning and implementation.
• Ensure accountability mechanisms such as feedback and complaints handling systems are functional and accessible.
• Support the development and documentation of success stories, lessons learned, and case studies.
• Contribute to donor reports and ensure that data is accurately reflected.
• Participate in periodic project reviews and evaluations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in MEAL or a similar role within the humanitarian or development sector.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing M&E systems and tools.
• Strong data analysis skills using software like Excel, Kobo, SPSS, RedRose or Power BI.
• Experience in facilitating training and capacity-building activities.
• Knowledge of accountability mechanisms and feedback handling systems.
• Excellent communication and report writing skills.
• Fluency in English; local language proficiency is an asset.

Skills:

• Flexible and adaptability;
• Interpersonal and cross-cultural sensitive;
• Able to work under pressure and with strict deadlines;

Behaviour & Attitude:

• Able to work in a sometimes fluid and insecure environment.

Special Conditions:

• Frequent travel to in-field locations within the programme area, and to other ZOA programme locations, and stay with the project implementation team for further guidance and support.

Salary And Other Terms of Employment

• Attractive and Negotiable.