Monitoring Evaluation Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Officer: GOAL
Deadline: 30 September 2018

Who we are
GOAL is an international non-denominational, non-governmental and non-political humanitarian organisation dedicated to work towards ensuring the poorest and most vulnerable in our world and those affected by humanitarian crises have access to the fundamental rights of life, including but not limited to adequate shelter, food, water and sanitation, healthcare and education. We began humanitarian and developmental work in Zimbabwe from 2002 have gradually evolved from emergency response to long-term development. Currently our focus is on Livelihoods, Nutrition and WASH.

Career Opportunities with GOAL
GOAL is an equal opportunities employer to all individuals seeking possible employment with the organisation. We are looking for a suitably qualified, highly competent and motivated to fill in the vacant post of Monitoring Evaluation Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Officer. The MEAL Officer will be part of the GOAL Zimbabwe team at our Country Office in Harare on a fixed term contract with a duration of 12 months. Potential employment seekers are therefore invited to apply.

General Description of the Role
Reporting to the MEAL Coordinator the MEAL Officer will be responsible for promoting evidence-based programming and strategy through developing and implementing quantitative and qualitative research activities within GOAL’s programmes. S/he will also be responsible for building M&E capacity of GOAL project staff and support the implementation of an M&E framework.

Summary of Key Duties
Responsible for the implementation of the programmes’ monitoring and evaluation systems; Develop appropriate monitoring and evaluation tools for data collection and manage databases for programme participants; Lead and plan all assessments and surveys related to the programme through the development of terms of reference for the assessments; Conduct training of project staff and stakeholders on data collection methodology and M&E systems; Contribute to the GOAL M & E component in proposal writing through the development of the logical frameworks and indicators; Mainstream cross cutting issues of gender, HIV/AIDS, Child Protection and Environment in monitoring and evaluation.

Person Specifications (Attributes and Qualifications)
A Bachelors’ Degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies or the equivalent; Post-graduation qualification in Monitoring and Evaluation a prerequisite; At least 3 years’ experience in implementing surveys and other research activities within an NGO environment; Demonstrated experience in applying quantitative and qualitative /participatory research methods including skills in digital data gathering techniques; Evidence of maturity and experience in working on rural community development programs; Experience in mainstreaming activities such as Gender, HIV/AIDS & Child Protection; Effective presentation and facilitation skills with proven record in provision and facilitation of trainings; Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to dialogue, and network in both Ndebele desirable; Proficiency in using standard computer programs like MS office and data entry/statistical packages, such as MS Access, SPSS, Minitab, Epi Info.

To apply
Interested individuals who meet the above specifications should apply via email to [email protected] clearly indicating the position being applied for on the subject line of the email. The application must include an application letter; and a Current CV with full contact details of at least three contactable referees.

Please note that applications received outside the stated channels will be disqualified.