MEAL Assistant

Uganda
Permanent
Full-time

7 hours ago

Location: NakivaleDuration of contract: 12 monthsStart date: May 2026Report to: MEAL OfficerAbout IsraAID:IsraAID is an international non-governmental humanitarian aid organization based in Israel. Since we were founded in 2001, our teams have worked in emergency and long-term development settings in more than 60 countries around the world. IsraAID responds to emergencies and helps communities affected by crises rebuild their lives and their futures together. From hurricanes to refugee crises to global pandemics, we mobilize quickly and collaborate with communities at the deepest level, accompanying the process of becoming self-reliant in the ability to prepare and respond to emergencies and crises and return to adaptive functioning.In Uganda, we support the recovery and restoration of people affected by humanitarian crises and to cultivate and nurture resilience and build agency while establishing systems and partnerships to reduce the risk of future disasters. We work in 2 geographical locations in Uganda. In Northwestern Uganda in the Palorinya refugee settlement, and Southwestern Uganda in the Nakivale Settlement. We hereby present an exciting position for anyone who would like to use their Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) skills to enhance our work.About the Position:The purpose of this position is to provide technical and administrative support to the MEAL team in day-to-day activities, including data collection and field supervision, entry, cleaning, analysis, reporting, and accountability mechanisms. The role is designed to offer practical exposure to MEAL processes while strengthening IsraAID’s commitment to evidence-based programming.Duties and Responsibilities:MEAL Planning, Tools & Data Management

Conduct background research to inform programme design.
Support development of logframes and theories of change.
Support in developing MEAL plans with clear indicators, tools, analysis, and reporting frameworks.
Support in designing and refining of data collection tools (baseline, endline, FGDs, KIIs).
Integrate team feedback to strengthen data management processes.
Ensure timely data entry and updates in LogAlto and other systems.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting

Lead accurate, timely data collection using participatory approaches in the field.
Conduct field monitoring, evaluations, and desk reviews.
Analyse qualitative and quantitative data and share findings.
Train staff on tools, data collection, and reporting.
Assist in facilitating learning and adaptive programming based on findings.
Support preparation of program updates, donor reports, and completion reports.
Track MEAL workplans and flag risks or delays for corrective action.

Learning, Accountability & Capacity Building

Strengthen accountability systems, including feedback mechanisms (FRM).
Collect and analyse community feedback for programme improvement.
Assist in promoting learning, documentation of best practices, and knowledge sharing.
Support two-way communication with communities.

Coordination & Representation

Assist in maintaining strong stakeholder and partner relationships.
Represent the organisation in coordination forums in the absence of the MEAL Officer.
Ensure continuous communication of findings to inform decision-making.

Required Experience and Technical Competencies:

Bachelor’s degree in one of the following fields: Social Sciences, Statistics, Demographics, Monitoring and Evaluation, or a Related field.
Minimum of two (2) years in the field of MEAL (including indicator selection, target setting, data collection and analysis, facilitating learning processes, reporting, database management, and developing M&E and performance monitoring plans);

Knowledge of the major evaluation types (process, impact, etc.), methodologies (qualitative, quantitative, mixed methods), and data collection and analysis methods.
Experience in developing data collection instruments.
Planning and managing surveys, developing and refining data collection methods and tools, conducting data quality assessments, and providing oversight - experience and knowledge of participatory MEAL methods.
Experience in supporting nutrition projects is an added advantage
Knowledge of the local languages is an added advantage

Skills

Technical MEAL Skills
Data Management
Research & Analytical Skills
Communication Skills
Accountability & Ethics
Adaptability & Flexibility

Key Behaviors

Ability and willingness to take instructions.
Honest, diligent and trustworthy
Flexible and adaptable in terms of time management
Team player
Proactive attitude in dealing with unexpected situations
Commitment to IsraAID’s values: Professionalism, Humanity, Collaboration, Flexibility and Adaptability, Resilience

ETHICAL STANDARDSIsraAID has zero tolerance towards any acts of misconduct, sexual exploitation, and abuse. The recruitment process will include all candidates’ declarations and reference checks focused on misconduct and SEA.EQUAL OPPORTUNITIESIsraAID is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.

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