Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Officer

Description

About Trócaire

Trócaire is an International NGO. We work with local partners in the world’s most at-risk communities and with people in Ireland to tackle the underlying causes of poverty and injustice and respond to the crises they create. Together we bring about positive and lasting change for a just world. Trócaire works in up to 20 countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East. We work towards five goals:  

•          Defend Human Rights and Promote Access to Justice.  

•          Achieve Climate & Environmental Justice.  

•          Ensure Women & Girls’ Protection, Voice & Influence.  

•          Save Lives and Protect Human Dignity and  

•          Mobilise the Public on the island of Ireland to achieve Global Justice. 

About Trócaire Somalia

Trócaire Somalia has worked in Somalia since the early 1990s, with a strong presence in Gedo and operations across five districts, as well as in Kismayo. The programme combines direct implementation with local partnerships to save lives, reduce suffering, and protect human dignity in times of crisis. Using a humanitarian–development–peace nexus approach, the programme integrates Health, Nutrition, Protection, WASH, Resilience, and Education in Emergencies. These sectors work together to deliver multi donor funded coordinated, life-saving services while strengthening recovery and long-term stability for vulnerable communities.

Trócaire Somalia’s seeks to recruit a dedicated Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Officer to support the organization’s MEAL and research functions and other duties as assigned.  The MEAL Officer will be responsible for supporting baseline surveys, formative and operational researches, community feedback and accountability mechanisms and development of programme reports. S/he will ensure that these tasks are functional and well grounded, strengthening coordination and collaboration with all programme team and partner staff, while ensuring that MEAL is visible within projects.

For the candidate with the required experience and passion for the role, Trócaire offers a competitive package of salary and benefits.

 The role is a local position based in Gedo, Somalia. Somali nationals are highly encouraged to apply.

Reporting to MEAL Coordinator this is a fixed term contract for one year and is based in Gedo, Somalia.

Key responsibilities

Under the direction of the MEAL Coordinator, ensure that the projects have solid MEAL plans, Indicator Performance Tracking Tables, and log frames

•     Support project leads (Programme Coordinators) in updating the indicator tracking tables and provide necessary MEAL guidance regarding project performance.

•     Support online reporting of the health programme on DHIS2 (MoH report), Reporting Hub (cluster report) and other approved reporting systems.

•     Operationalise MEAL community accountability mechanisms and forums where community are holding Trocaire to account on programme implementation as guided by the MEAL Coordinator

•     Support the development of tools and guidelines for data collection, collation and reporting to facilitate timely and accurate collection of indicator data and tracking of beneficiary reach.

•     Support program staff on project related M&E related tools  for data collection; Output trackers (OT) and Indicator Performance Tracking Table (IPTT) etc.

•     Conduct field visits to monitor program activities / interventions against Quality Benchmarks/ Quality Checklists through qualitative and quantitative methods, and thereafter produce and share reports with MEAL Coordinator and the program team

•     Support program staff to strengthen joint planning and monitoring with partners

•     Work with the MEAL Coordinator in conducting data quality assessments to ensure that collected data is validated, is accurate and consistent while providing feedback as necessary to program teams

•     Provide support for all needs assessments, operational research, and evaluations.

•     With direction from the MEAL Coordinator supervise external consultants while they are in the field for data collection

•     Assist MEAL Coordinator/ Program Coordinator in preparing and conducting evaluations, project reviews and routine assessments such as Baseline Studies, Post Distribution Monitoring, Client Satisfaction Surveys and Community Based Nutrition Surveillance (CBNS)

•     With support from programs teams and the MEAL Coordinator, develop quality case studies that will enhance reporting the external stakeholders.

•     Work with MEAL Coordinator to produce MEAL monthly and annual reports

•     Support the updating of data on Salesforce

·       Under the direction and guidance of a MEAL coordinator to provide support on strengthening organizational MEAL systems through programme identification, design, programme monitoring & reporting, requisite database & data Management, and supporting learning & adaptive programme.

·       With support and guidance from MEAL Coordinator set up grants & related projects systems and tools by developing logframes, result frameworks, MEAL plans and indicator protocols for active grants and related projects.

·       Support database and data management by ensuring tools are in place for routine and periodic data collection and related data processing; cleaning & analysis.

·       Support project leads in updating the indicator tracking tables and provide necessary MEAL guidance regarding project performance.

·       Provide data quality controls and audit through monitoring projects delivery against donor commitments and conducting requisite data quality reviews especially under Health & Nutrition programme.

·       Conduct field visits to monitor program activities / interventions against Quality Benchmarks/ Quality Checklists through qualitative and quantitative methods, and producing actionable report programme team.

·       Support implementation of accountability and community-based monitoring approaches, and forums where community are holding Trocaire to account on programme implementation as guided by the MEAL Coordinator.

·       Assist MEAL Coordinator/ Program Coordinator in preparing and conducting evaluations, project reviews and routine assessments such as Baseline Studies, Post Distribution Monitoring, Client Satisfaction Sur-veys, related case studies and Community Based Nutrition Surveillance (CBNS)

·       With support from programs teams and the MEAL Coordinator, develop quality case studies that will en-hance reporting the external stakeholders.

·       Support reporting including online platforms related reporting for instance the health programme on DHIS2 (MoH report), and Reporting Hub (cluster report), Trocaire Salesforec and other approved reporting systems while working with MEAL Coordinator to produce MEAL monthly and annual reports. Provide Requisite Support and guidance to programme teams, partners and peers.

Safeguarding Programme Participants-Children & Adults

Trócaire is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation and abuse and has specific policies on this commitment (including a Global Code of Conduct) which outlines the expected behaviour and the responsibility of all staff, consultants and other organisational representatives. More information on Trócaire’s Safeguarding policies available .

Diversity and Inclusion

We welcome diverse applicants to join our inclusive workforce.

Trócaire is an equal opportunities employer. We are an organisation that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to bring their experiences and perspectives to Trócaire.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement available .

Requirements

Experience/ Qualifications

·    Reputable University degree or higher qualification in Social Sciences, Statistics, Economics, Development Studies, Information/Data Management or another relevant discipline

·       At least 3 years of progressive experience in monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning of development programmes

·       Experience working in Somalia or comparable fragile, conflict-affected or access-constrained environments,

·       Additional skills/experience in one or more of the following technical areas: health services delivery; health systems strengthening; child health/ nutrition; education, WASH, livelihoodsnd humanitarian projects

·       Experience in conducting rigorous data quality assessments, research pieces and report writing

·       Experience in supporting research assistants and consultants for quality data collection

·       Demonstrated experience of developing communication materials

·       Experience in data gathering & management using using digital data-collection platforms such as KoboCollect & proficiency in data analytics and visualization

·       Experience with community engagement on MEAL activities

·       Demonstrable experience in training others

   Qualities

• Shows drive, initiative, and commitment to accountability.

• Possesses an unwavering sense of integrity.

• Committed to continuing personal and professional development and to supporting the professional development of colleagues.

• Builds strong relationships and works effectively on a team, cross-organisationally and with external stakeholders.

Shows flexibility, adapts easily to change. Empathy with and understanding of the work of Trócaire.

Open to Somali Nationals only

Essential Requirements 

Skills

·     Proven technical skills in data management and assessments, including responsible data management,

·       Significant knowledge of MEAL principles and approaches,

·       Strong quantitative and qualitative data-management skills Ability to present concise reports, reflecting the problems and possible solutions

·       Excellent communication skills, including fluency in written and spoken English and fluency in Somali language. 

·       Strong computer skills and a working knowledge of statistical software, especially on data analytics & visualization,

·       Technical knowledge of digital data solutions such as , KoboCollect, Commcare etc

·       Capacity building skills

·       Strong organisational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across programme sectors.

Benefits

For the candidate with the required experience and passion for the role, Trócaire offers a competitive salary and benefits package. This position is based in Gedo Somalia, duty station Dollow with regular travels to Trocaire operational districts and is open to Somali Nationals only. Please note that this is a local position, and Trócaire does not provide R&R or accommodation support for this role.

Closing Date: 13th November 2026.

To apply,

Please send a copy of your CV and covering letter through the link on workable:

At Trócaire, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of performance and integrity in line with our organisational values. All recruitment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs. Trócaire is committed to creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect, recruiting and employing staff from diverse backgrounds and with diverse identities, at all levels in the organisation. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disability. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.

Trócaire is committed to Safeguarding people within our programmes from Exploitation and Abuse and has specific policies on this commitment (including a Global Code of Conduct) which outlines the expected behaviour and the responsibility of all staff, consultants and other organisational representatives. All internal applicants are reminded of their obligations in relation to these policies.