MEAL Officer
Team: Program
Location: Addis Ababa Frequently travel-Somali Region – Liban Zone (Dheka Suftu & Khersa Dula Woredas)
Type of Contract: Fixed Term
Number of Positions: 1
Global Women Empowerment Development, Ethiopia (GWEDE) envisions a future where the progressive pursuit of gender equality and empowerment is central to societal progress. Established in 2022, GWEDE is an emerging, community-rooted, and forward-thinking non-profit organization. We are guided by a strong commitment to uplifting the voices of marginalized communities particularly women and youth across the pastoral regions of Ethiopia. Administered by pastoral women, GWEDE is grounded in the principles of diversity, inclusivity, and community ownership, ensuring that all voices are heard and represented. We are proud to be governed by a 70 percent female Board and to operate as a platform that promotes leadership opportunities for women from all backgrounds across all levels of the organization.
Strategic Direction (2025–2030): Our five-year strategic plan reflects a commitment to holistic development, resilient communities, and a paradigm shift that recognizes and values women’s leadership. Through integrated development and humanitarian programming, GWEDE aims to address both immediate needs and long-term structural inequalities.
GWEDE is currently implementing donor-funded humanitarian projects under the Ethiopia Humanitarian Fund (EHF) in partnership with the Partnership for Pastoralist Development (PAPDA) in the Somali Region. To ensure effective WASH programming and compliance with donor requirements, GWEDE is seeking to recruit a qualified and committed MEAL Officer.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. MEAL Tool Development and Data Management
Develop and implement a robust monitoring and evaluation system to track project/programme data/results at output, outcome, and impact levels.
Develop or adopt an integrated database for all projects/programmes, ensuring data integrity, accountability, and collaboration with data processors.
Collaborate with programme officers and managers to collect relevant data for effective monitoring of strengths, weaknesses, and gaps in projects/programmers.
Review and update existing data collection tools for current programmes and projects.
2. Monitoring and Reporting
Maintain and update indicator results frameworks for country projects/programmes.
Develop M&E plans for all projects and proposals and ensure implementation aligns with these plans.
Ensure all grants have updated work plans and performance management plans (PMP).
Conduct regular data quality assessments/audits and provide guidance for corrective actions.
Review monthly progress reports from partners/network members and provide feedback.
Collate and prepare internal reports such as quarterly and annual reports.
Mainstream cross-cutting issues (gender, age, disability) using the SADD framework.
3. Assessments, Surveys, Research, and Evaluations
Conduct baseline surveys for new projects/programmes and evaluations for ongoing projects.
Coordinate and lead assessments, evaluations, and research initiatives.
Develop TORs for external surveys and oversee consultant recruitment and report reviews.
Ensure learning from final evaluations informs future project design.
4. Learning, Accountability, and Capacity Building
Conduct monitoring of project implementation to ensure standards are met.
Provide evidence for learning from projects and share insights with colleagues.
Ensure accountability, gender, and SADD standards are consistently applied.
Build staff capacity through training on new data monitoring tools and approaches.
Stay updated on MEAL tools and approaches and provide guidance to staff.
5. Safeguarding Responsibilities
Prevent harm and abuse in all operations and report any safeguarding incidents.
Comply with all safeguarding policies and mandatory training.
Follow HR vetting and safeguarding procedures consistently.
Person Specification
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, Public Policy, Statistics, Economics, M&E, Demography, Development Studies, life/health sciences, or related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
Experience: Minimum 5 years’ MEAL experience in, humanitarian and Development programmes.
Ability to work independently in challenging field environments.
Fluency in English and local languages is an asset.
Prior involvement in donor-funded projects (e.g., UN, EU, USIAD) is a plus.
Skills:
Data processing and management of large-scale surveys.
Proficient in statistical/data analysis software (Koboo,SPSS, SAS, Epi Info, Stata).
Strong research, evaluation, and analytical skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Strong interpersonal and team collaboration skills.
Knowledge of gender- and disability-sensitive approaches is a plus.
Experience in health care or social protection programmes is advantageous.
PSEAH (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment)
GWEDE maintains zero tolerance for sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (SEAH) in all its operations. All staff, volunteers, and partners are expected to:
Uphold the highest standards of professional and ethical conduct.
Sign and comply with GWEDE’s Code of Conduct and PSEAH Policy.
Report any concerns or suspicions of SEAH through confidential reporting mechanisms.
Participate in mandatory PSEAH orientation and refresher training.
Job Requirements
Person Specification
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, Public Policy, Statistics, Economics, M&E, Demography, Development Studies, Life/Health Sciences, or related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
Experience: Minimum 5 years’ MEAL experience in, humanitarian and Development programmes.
Ability to work independently in challenging field environments.
Fluency in English and local languages is an asset.
Prior involvement in donor-funded projects (e.g., UN, EU, USIAD) is a plus.
Skills:
Data processing and management of large-scale surveys.
Proficient in statistical/data analysis software (Koboo,SPSS, SAS, Epi Info, Stata).
Strong research, evaluation, and analytical skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Strong interpersonal and team collaboration skills.
Knowledge of gender- and disability-sensitive approaches is a plus.
Experience in health care or social protection programmes is advantageous.
PSEAH (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment)
GWEDE maintains zero tolerance for sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (SEAH) in all its operations. All staff, volunteers, and partners are expected to:
Uphold the highest standards of professional and ethical conduct.
Sign and comply with GWEDE’s Code of Conduct and PSEAH Policy.
Report any concerns or suspicions of SEAH through confidential reporting mechanisms.
Participate in mandatory PSEAH orientation and refresher training.
How To Apply
Application Procedure
Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit their CV, application letter, and supporting documents (educational and experience certificates) via email to:
📧info@gwede.org. Please indicate “MEAL Officer” in the subject line.
Please note: Applications will only be accepted through email. Do not come to the office in person.
🕓 Application Deadline: 01/01/2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
