Danish Refugee Council, one of the worldโs leading humanitarian NGOs, is currently looking for a highly qualified MEAL Assistant.
About the job
The M&E Assistant will assist in the effective implementation of monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning (MEAL) strategies and global standards. They will support the mainstreaming of MEAL throughout the Project Cycle Management (PCM) and reinforce quality program management in the area of responsibility. Your main duties and responsibilities will be:
1. MEAL Strategies, Capacities, and Institutional Commitments:
Follow data protection protocols and steps. Support capacity building and training for program and sector staff to improve field monitoring or address other MEAL needs. Follow accountability and ethical standards in everyday work. Engage in collaborative relationships with internal and DRC partners to ensure engagement and support for MEAL in the area of responsibility.
2. Monitoring and Evaluation:
Support the MEAL Coordinator in developing realistic and efficient MEAL work plans. Ensure that field-level data collection tools are regularly reviewed and updated by the technical leads, MEAL Coordinator, and the Information Management (IM) team. Coordinate with the MEAL Coordinator to create detailed work plans for every MEAL exercise, ensuring sufficient time and resources are allocated for effective execution. When relevant, hire, train, and supervise enumerators for data collection exercises. Conduct data collection in accordance with project/area M&E plans, including the use of various monitoring and assessment tools such as surveys, focus group discussions, interviews, and pre- and post-training questionnaires. Ensure data quality throughout the data collection process. Provide feedback to relevant DRC staff on tools and processes based on field experiences. Support data entry, translation, XLSForm coding, etc., as required by the MEAL Coordinator or Base Manager. Assist with data cleaning, initial analysis, and updating trackers and databases as required by the MEAL Coordinator/Base Manager. Conduct spot checks, field verifications, and data quality audits as tasked by the MEAL Coordinator or Base Manager. Support any evaluation, research, or other studies carried out by external consultants or entities, as tasked by the MEAL Coordinator or Base Manager.
3. Accountability
Ensure beneficiaries are treated with respect, confidentiality, and informed consent. Promote the Complaints and Feedback Mechanism (CFM). Contribute to resolving problems and conflicts during activities and respond to minor complaints from beneficiaries.
4. Learning
Contribute to organizational learning by supporting project learning events.
About you
To be successful in this role, we prefer candidates who Previous data collection experience (quantitative & qualitative. Moreover, candidates should meet the following criteria:
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRCโ five core competencies:
Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process. Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback. Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation. Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly. Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
We offer
Contract length: 28 February 2027 Band: NMI Designation of Duty Station: Tindouf Suggested Start date: 1 March 2026
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Councilโs Terms of Employment for national employees; please refer to our website. For questions regarding the vacancy please contact Us.
Application process
All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.
Closing date for applications: 23 January 2026
For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.