MEAL Officer

Lebanon - Beirut office, Lebanon - Tripoli office

Full-time

Fixed-term

Your mission

Learning outcomes / skills

General Objective of the Job:
The MEAL Officer is responsible for supporting the implementation of Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) framework in Lebanon. This includes ensuring effective data systems, quality monitoring, learning, and accountability mechanisms across projects and partnerships. The MEAL Officer contributes to improving program quality, evidence-based decision-making, and organizational learning

Position in the Organization:
The MEAL Officer reports to the MEAL Manager and is a member of the MEAL Team.
S/he works closely with the Programmes Team, Global MEAL and Accountability departments, technical staff, and partner organizations to ensure MEAL and accountability standards are consistently applied.

Detailed job description/Results Areas:

1. MEAL Systems Development and Management

Support the design, piloting, and implementation of MEAL tools, templates, and systems across all projects.
Maintain reliable and user-friendly MEAL databases and indicator tracking systems.
Ensure data quality, accuracy, completeness, and security.
Conduct data analysis and produce dashboards, summaries, and reports to inform learning and decision-making.
Provide guidance and technical support to partners and project teams on MEAL tools and data use.

2. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting

Support project teams in data collection, verification, and reporting aligned with donor and organizational standards.
Conduct field monitoring visits to assess data quality and project performance.
Contribute to project evaluations, assessments, and reporting processes.
Translate monitoring and evaluation findings into actionable recommendations to improve program design and delivery.

3. Accountability

Ensure that the Core Humanitarian Standard (CHS) commitments are mainstreamed across operations and partnerships.
In collaboration with the Safeguarding Focal Point, support the design, rollout, and management of Feedback and Complaints Response Mechanisms (FCRM).
Analyze and report community feedback trends to inform program adaptation.
Ensure accountability principles (CHS, Sphere, safeguarding) are reflected in program design, implementation, and monitoring.

4. Learning and Knowledge Management

Facilitate learning and reflection sessions with staff and partners to strengthen adaptive programming.
Document lessons learned, best practices, and success stories, ensuring they inform future programming.
Contribute to organizational learning initiatives
Promote the use of MEAL findings and system outputs for continuous program improvement.

5. Capacity Strengthening

Assess MEAL and accountability capacity needs of staff and partners.
Design and deliver trainings, coaching, and mentoring on MEAL systems, tools, and standards.
Support partner MEAL focal points to build their capacity in data management, reporting, and accountability practices.
Encourage the use of MEAL evidence for planning, decision-making, and advocacy.

6. Coordination and Communication

Ensure effective collaboration and communication with project teams, partners, and stakeholders.
Regularly share MEAL findings, feedback trends, and recommendations with the MEAL Manager and relevant staff.
Support internal coordination on learning, accountability, and evidence use.

Your profile

Education level:
Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree is an asset).

Education field:
Social Sciences, Development Studies, Research, Economics, Statistics, Public Health or a related field

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Minimum 3 years of MEAL experience in the humanitarian or development sector.
Proven experience in data systems management, accountability mechanisms, and learning facilitation.
Experience working with local/national partners and in complex or conflict-affected contexts (preferably Lebanon).
Sound knowledge of MEAL methodologies, tools, and standards (including CHS and Sphere).
Experience in at least two of the following areas: Education, Child Protection, and Mental Health & Psychosocial Support.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent English written and verbal communication; Arabic proficiency is a strong asset.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Good facilitation and training skills.
Excellent interpersonal and coordination skills.
Commitment to War Child’s values: Impact, Creativity, Inspiration, and Integrity.

What we offer

Location: Lebanon
Type of Contract: Local contract with salary and secondary labour conditions based on the in-country salary scale, local T&C's will apply.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their applications (CV in English) by September 04, 2026. We are reviewing submissions on a rolling basis, interviews may take place before the application deadline, and the position may be filled as soon as suitable candidates are identified. Therefore, early applications are strongly recommended.

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