MEAL Officer - Al- Tawasol Forum Society

Al- Tawasol Forum Society is an NGO, registered with the Palestinian Interior Ministry holds a certificate of registration number 7536, was established in 2006 to activate the role of women, youth, children and the elderly and to integrate them into their societies.

Position Title: MEAL Officer
Position Type: Part time (40%)
Location: AlTawasol Forum Society (TFS)
Duration: 4 months ( with possibility of extension)

Starting Date: As Soon As Possible

The MEAL Officer, under the supervision of Executive Manager, is responsible for carrying out and developing, monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning activities in the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Developing MEAL system, including designing a framework for the monitoring, evaluation, accountability and Learning of the project activities and defining methodologies for collecting data that will be used for monitoring the effective implementation.
Supports the development of MEAL tools and supervises quality data collection.
Keep accurate records of data, activities, and Community/beneficiaries’ participation in monitoring activities.
Ensure that data is collected and recorded ethically and within the remits of TFS policy on confidentiality and consent.
Ensures data quality measures implemented during data flow process and meeting the standards.
Supports the use of information, communication, and technology for development to advance MEAL objectives.
Leads quantitative and qualitative data analyses and reflective discussions on ongoing monitoring data.
Develops and implements activities according to MEAL plan.
Ensures accountability to targeted beneficiaries, supporting the use of Feedback and Response Mechanism.
Supports the capacity development of TFS and partner staff in MEAL competencies by providing coaching, accompaniment, and training.
Supports project evaluations and reviews as required.
Conducts regular field visits as key task of the MEAL Department to all running activities and develop the required field reports.
Integrates protection and gender perspectives in all areas of work, to ensure equal participation of women, men, boys and girls, and people with disabilities in data collection processes.
Participates in projects’ specific assessments (baseline, end line) and a multi-sectorial needs assessment and support in beneficiary selection process.
Develops information materials for Complaints Feedback and Response Mechanisms.
Manages the beneficiary feedback mechanism by receiving and filing complaints based on the pre-established protocols.
Keeps complaints records confidential and only accessible to relevant staff according to the internal feedback mechanism guidelines.
Identifies and documents lessons learned, generates best practices.
Participates/facilitates in internal projects evaluations and learning reviews that are intended for lessons learned and operational decision making.
Prepares regular monitoring reports including ongoing data analysis with status of implementation progress.
Prepares Focus Group Discussion and other qualitative reports.
Performs any other duties related as may be assigned.

Qualification:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or its equivalent in Monitoring and evaluation, social sciences, Research, Engineering, Management, or any other relevant field.

Education:

Minimum of 3 years’ practical experience in monitoring, evaluation, learning and results-based management with excellent theoretical knowledge about MEAL requirements.
At least 3 years of experience in projects coordination and project management with NGOs or INGOs.

Language:

Fluency in English (verbal and written).

Previous Experience:

Experience in project’s proposal & report writings; planning; implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
Experience in and commitment to participatory management and maintaining a supportive, open environment to ensure the transferring of knowledge & development of all staff.
Strong conceptual knowledge about results frameworks and logic models.
Experience with designing and facilitating MEAL meeting and events, such as data analysis and interpretation workshops.
Experience in MEAL capacity strengthening, including facilitating training.
Demonstrated knowledge of data analysis using Excel and SPSS through good statistical methods and techniques.
Experience in database development/management.

Knowledge and skills:

Confident user of MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Power BI), knowledge and use of other statistical packages is a plus
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in both Arabic and English.
Excellent communication and coordination skills, with strong personality.
Excellent planning and administration skills.
Initiative, self-reliant and cooperative.
Excellent time, organizational management skills and motivation.
Excellent ability to work under pressure and carry out multiple tasks.

آلية التقديم

Al- Tawasol Forum Society (TFS) is an equal opportunities employer. Women are encouraged to apply for this position

Interested candidates should submit their CVs, certificates and supporting documents through MEAL Officer

Deadline for applications is 17/11/2021 at 12:00 PM.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For inquiries, please call the Association's telephone number: 082557209