Meal officer

Job Title :  Meal  officer

TEAM/PROGRAMME: Operations

GRADE: N/A

Number of people Required: 1

LOCATION: Jigjiga

Full time

Contract length : 9 months with possible extension

About MCDO

Mother and Child Development Organization is a non-governmental, non-political, non-religious and non-profit making indigenous organization established to improve the livelihood of impoverished women and children directly working at the grass root level with the local communities to address their needs and to enhance sustainable development in Somali region and Ethiopia since 1997

. Safeguarding Commitment
The Mother and Child Development Organization is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, youth, and adults at risk. This position involves direct contact with:

• Children and young people
• Adults at risk
• Staff members
• Organizational representatives
• Volunteers
• Consultants engaged for specific tasks

The MEAL Officer provides essential support to MCDO programs by ensuring the effective roll-out of the MEAL system at the field level. The role focuses on building staff capacity, strengthening accountability mechanisms, and ensuring programs meet Minimum Operating Standards. The officer ensures that projects deliver high-quality results to beneficiaries and donors, while institutionalizing learning for continuous improvement

SCOPE OF ROLE:

Reports to:   Program Manager.  

Location: Jigjiga

Staff directly reporting to this post: None  

Key Responsibilities

• Implement Monitoring & Evaluation Systems Establish and maintain a monitoring and evaluation system that meets project management and donor requirements, ensuring compliance with MEAL standards.
• Support Project Implementation Work closely with project teams to assess implementation progress, build staff capacity, and facilitate the collection of high-quality data under the supervision of Executive Director and Projects Coordinator.
• Programme Design & Reporting Contribute to programme and project design, funding proposals, and donor reporting, including the development of theories of change and logical frameworks.
• Accountability & CHS/FCRM Integration Mainstream Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS) and Feedback & Complaints Response Mechanisms (FCRM) into projects to strengthen accountability to communities and stakeholders.
• Monitoring Practices Review, advise, and adjust monitoring practices based on log frames and project monitoring plans to ensure compliance with donor requirements and MEAL standards.
• Survey & Evaluation Activities Participate in the design and implementation of surveys, including baseline studies, evaluations, and assessments. Supervise and train enumerators as required.
• Data Management & Analysis Establish and manage project databases, conduct data analysis, and regularly update project deliverables and indicator performance.
• Knowledge Sharing & Learning Present data collection results in concise and impactful formats, including executive summaries, photo/video documentation, conclusions, and recommendations. Contribute to lessons learned and adaptive management processes.
• Field Monitoring & Documentation Conduct regular joint project site visits, providing detailed information for narrative reporting and documentation to ensure alignment of activities with proposals and budgets.
• Learning Events Support project learning events such as review meetings, action research, and exchange visits to promote knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
• Reporting & Compliance Collaborate with programme and finance staff to review and prepare monthly, quarterly, and final narrative reports, ensuring alignment with project indicators, processes, and frameworks such as the Project Management Cycle Standards, Evaluation Guide, Measuring Success Framework, and Impact Measurement Frameworks.
• Planning & Review Contribute to annual, quarterly, and monthly project and programme planning and review meetings.
• Representation Represent the organization in meetings, workshops, conferences, and donor visits as required.

Skills and Behaviors: Core Values/principles  in Practice

 Accountability

• Holds self-accountable for decisions, efficient resource management, and role modelling MCDO values.
• Ensures team and partners deliver on responsibilities by granting autonomy, supporting development, and applying fair consequences when results are not achieved.

 Transparency

• Sets ambitious, challenging goals for self and team, while taking responsibility for personal growth.
• Shares personal vision for MCDO openly, inspiring and motivating others.
• Thinks strategically with a future-oriented mindset.

 Partnership & Networking

• Builds and sustains effective relationships with colleagues, members, external partners, and supporters.
• Values diversity as a source of strength and competitive advantage.
• Approachable, empathetic, and an active listener.

 Community & Child Participation

• Encourages innovative solutions that address community and child needs.
• Willing to take disciplined risks to achieve meaningful impact.

 Teamwork

• Promotes honesty, openness, and transparency within the team.
• Fosters collaboration and mutual respect.

 Loyalty

• Demonstrates commitment to MCDO’s mission and values.
• Upholds trust and dedication in all actions and relationships

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Statistics, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in MEAL or project management in humanitarian/development contexts.
• Knowledge of MEAL frameworks, safeguarding, and accountability standards.
• Experience in training and capacity building at field level.
• Strong communication, analytical, and reporting skills.

Key Competencies

• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Commitment to child protection and safeguarding principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data management tools.
• Cultural sensitivity and ability to work in diverse environments

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their suitability for the role

to [email protected], [email protected]  staring date 24/9/2026 and end date 30/9/2026. Please include

“Meal Officer Application” in the subject line. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, and individuals

With disabilities.