MEAL Coordinator

Job Posting Organization:
Solidarités International (SI) is an international humanitarian aid association that has been operational for over 40 years. The organization focuses on providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters, addressing their basic needs for food, water, and shelter. SI is particularly dedicated to combating diseases linked to unsafe water, which is a leading cause of death globally. The organization operates in 26 countries and employs around 3,200 individuals, including expatriates, national staff, permanent staff at headquarters, and volunteers. SI is committed to professionalism and cultural respect in its interventions.

Job Overview:
The coordinator" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">MEAL Coordinator is responsible for the overall coordination and high-quality implementation of Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, Learning, and Information Management (MEAL & IM) activities across the mission. This role supports program quality, accountability, data-driven decision-making, and donor compliance. The MEAL Coordinator provides technical support and guidance to the MEL Managers and their teams in Aleppo and Raqqa, ensuring effective coordination and harmonization of MEAL and Information Management practices, tools, outputs, and reporting across the mission. The position is crucial for maintaining high standards in monitoring and evaluation processes, ensuring that the organization meets its humanitarian objectives effectively.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The MEAL Coordinator has several key responsibilities, including leading the development and implementation of the consortium-wide MEAL & IM strategy, ensuring alignment with donor requirements and consortium objectives. They are tasked with harmonizing MEAL and IM tools, indicators, reporting templates, and accountability mechanisms across partners. The role involves overseeing data consolidation, analysis, and visualization for reporting and decision-making, as well as ensuring compliance with data protection and ethical standards. The MEAL Coordinator will also coordinate evaluations, lessons learned exercises, and after-action reviews, promoting evidence-based decision-making and program adaptation. Additionally, they will provide technical guidance and capacity building to partner MEAL and IM teams and facilitate regular coordination meetings with consortium partners.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Information Management, Statistics, or Social Sciences. They should have 3-4 years of experience in the humanitarian sector, with a similar duration of experience in a comparable position. Technical skills required include proficiency in Excel, KoboToolbox, and strong expertise in MEAL and Information Management systems. Candidates should also have experience in data collection, analysis, interpretation, and donor-compliant reporting within humanitarian and development programming.

Educational Background:
A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field is required for this position. Relevant fields may include Information Management, Statistics, or Social Sciences, which provide the necessary theoretical and practical knowledge for effective performance in the role.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have 3-4 years of experience in the humanitarian sector, with a similar duration of experience in a comparable position. This experience should include a strong background in monitoring and evaluation, data management, and accountability mechanisms within humanitarian contexts.

Languages:
Proficiency in English and Arabic is mandatory for this position. These language skills are essential for effective communication and coordination within the multicultural environment of the organization and with local partners.

Additional Notes:
The position is a short-term contract with a desired start date of June 2026 and a mission duration extending until December 31, 202

• The role is based in Damascus, Syria, and offers a monthly gross salary of 2,590 USD, subject to social security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security and income tax deductions. The application process requires candidates to submit a CV and cover letter, as CV-only applications will not be considered. The vacancy may close before the stated deadline, so timely applications are encouraged.