Job Description: MEAL Specialist

 

Position Title: MEAL Specialist

 

Reports To: Program Manager/Project Manager

 

Location: Based in Dhaka with frequent field visits

Job Type: Full-Time, contractual up to June 2027

 

 Job Summary:

 

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated MEAL Specialist with 3-5 years of professional experience and a Master’s degree in a relevant field. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of publications and a deep understanding of research methodologies. This role involves contributing to the strategic direction of the team and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and excellence.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

1. Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E)

• Design and implement robust M&E frameworks, tools, and indicators for projects and programs.
• Develop data collection methodologies (quantitative and qualitative), validate data collection processes and supervise partners’ data collection processes.
• Analyze M&E data to assess program performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Prepare high-quality M&E reports for internal and external stakeholders, including donors.
• Create a data management framework for collecting partner data and integrating it into the central project database.
• Manage and maintain the project’s data backup system.

 

2. Accountability

• Establish and maintain community feedback and complaints mechanisms.
• Ensure that beneficiaries and stakeholders have access to timely and relevant information about the project.
• Ensure that accountability practices are integrated into all stages of the project cycle.

 

3. Learning and Knowledge Management

• Promote a learning culture through documentation, reflection sessions, and knowledge sharing.
• Lead lessons, learned exercises, and evaluations to inform future programming.
• Ensure that learning is shared across teams and integrated into program design.
• Maintain project records and draft the donor reports
• Document field visits, case studies, and lessons learned.

 

4. Capacity Building

• Provide training and technical support to program teams on MEAL systems and best practices.
• Support partners and local staff in understanding and implementing MEAL strategies.

5. Compliance and Reporting

• Ensure MEAL systems comply with donor requirements and international standards.
• Contribute to donor reports, proposals, and log frames as required.

 

 

Qualifications & Skills

• Master’s degree in [Development Studies/Economics/Statistics/Sociology/Anthropology/ relevant field]
• 3-5 years of professional research experience in [specific industry/field].
• Proven track record of study report/research article
• Strong knowledge of research methodologies and statistical analysis.
• Excellent report writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead and manage research projects effectively.
• Experience with grant writing and securing research funding is a plus.
• Proficiency in relevant software/tools.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Creative problem-solving abilities.

 

 

 

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their detailed CV with a cover letter, and a list of publications to jobs@dnet.org.bd . Please include “MEAL Specialist” in the subject line.