Coordinateur(trice) MEAL

Job Posting Organization:
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organization that has been operational in the Central African Republic since 201

• NRC is dedicated to helping people who have been forced to flee their homes due to conflict, displacement, and limited access to basic services. The organization focuses on various programmatic sectors including Information, Counseling and Legal Assistance (ICLA), Education, Shelter, and Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), as well as Protection against Violence (PfV). NRC is committed to providing high-quality aid and defending the rights of refugees and internally displaced persons. The organization emphasizes professional growth, innovative teamwork, and a supportive culture, fostering an environment of open dialogue with management. NRC is also dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring that all employees contribute to a safe environment free from exploitation and harassment.

Job Overview:
The coordinator" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">MEAL Coordinator role is crucial for the Norwegian Refugee Council's operations in the Central African Republic. This position involves coordinating and adapting the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) systems and standards at the area level. The MEAL Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that MEAL systems, plans, tools, and procedures are effectively implemented. This role includes providing technical supervision, capacity building, and guidance to MEAL staff and program teams. The Coordinator acts as a bridge between strategic MEAL frameworks defined at the country office level and their practical application in projects, ensuring that evidence informs program decision-making, learning, and adaptation. The position also supports the development and implementation of robust MEAL systems that meet organizational standards, contributing to the overall effectiveness and sustainability of NRC's programs in the region.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The MEAL Coordinator has a comprehensive set of responsibilities, including:

• Managing the performance of directly reporting staff, setting clear objectives aligned with country strategy, and supporting staff in achieving these goals.
• Supporting the development and implementation of MEAL systems, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), guidelines, and tools.
• Coordinating the implementation and harmonization of NRC's MEAL systems and standards at the area level.
• Providing technical support to MEAL staff and program focal points for evaluations, results monitoring, and assessments.
• Ensuring that evidence from results monitoring, evaluations, and community feedback mechanisms is collected, synthesized, and used to adapt MEAL tools and processes.
• Contributing to evaluations, learning exercises, and the deployment of digital MEAL systems.
• Supporting partners and consortium members to strengthen their MEAL systems and contribute to joint learning.
• Ensuring adherence to NRC policies, guidelines, and procedures, particularly regarding MEAL. Specific responsibilities include providing technical support for multi-sectoral assessments, ensuring quality in data collection and analysis, consolidating MEAL evidence for strategic learning, training program staff and partners on data collection tools and methodologies, and coordinating with partners for joint evaluations and results monitoring.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a minimum of 3 years of experience in MEAL, with at least 2 years in a management position within an international NGO, preferably in emergency or post-conflict contexts. Experience working with internally displaced persons (IDPs) is highly desirable. A minimum educational qualification of a BAC+3 in statistics, information systems management, social sciences, development studies, or a related field is required. Candidates without the specified degree but with at least 5 years of relevant experience may also be considered. Additional training in monitoring and evaluation is preferred, along with strong data analysis skills, the ability to interpret trends, and effective communication of results. Experience in coordinating MEAL activities remotely is also beneficial.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a minimum of a BAC+3 degree in statistics, information systems management, social sciences, development studies, or a related field. Candidates who do not meet the educational requirement but have substantial relevant experience (at least 5 years) may still be considered for the role. Additional training or certifications in monitoring and evaluation methodologies are advantageous and will enhance a candidate's profile.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL), with at least 2 years in a management role within an international NGO. Experience in emergency or post-conflict settings is preferred, particularly with populations affected by displacement. Candidates should have a proven track record of working with diverse teams and managing MEAL systems effectively, demonstrating the ability to adapt to challenging environments and ensure high-quality program implementation.

Languages:
Fluency in French is mandatory for this position, as it is the primary language of communication in the Central African Republic. Proficiency in English is considered an asset and will be beneficial for collaboration with international teams and stakeholders. Knowledge of local languages spoken in the intervention area is also advantageous and may enhance communication with affected communities.

Additional Notes:
This position is a full-time role with a 12-month renewable contract, contingent upon funding availability. The work location is Bouar, with approximately 30% of the role involving field travel. The salary is based on NRC's Grade 7, step 1 of the salary scale for the Central African Republic. The position is specifically reserved for candidates of Central African nationality and foreign candidates who have the legal right to work in the Central African Republic. NRC is committed to diversity and inclusion, actively encouraging applications from women and underrepresented groups. The recruitment process is free of charge, and NRC does not request any payment during recruitment.