Overall purpose of the role:
Monitoring Evaluation Accountability & Learning (MEAL) Officer will conduct field level M&E activities and provide technical support to MEAL Lead in ensuring timely and quality learning as well as implementation reporting with a specific focus on Fair Recycling Project enhancing circularity and sustainable waste management as well as gender and social inclusion engagements under The Coca Cola Foundation (TCCF) project. The position holder will assist project teams in collecting data against indicators, lead data collection based on data-collection tools and methodologies designed by the MEAL team. The MEAL Officer will also lead project assessments and project compliance audits in all cross-border locations covering Kenya Urban Program, Kakuma and Greater Kampala City regions. The MEAL Officer will collaborate closely with the MEAL Lead and field programme team to ensure compliance with the projects MEAL requirements and best practices. The role will also ensure programme data and other protected data is accurately and ethically collected, stored, analysed, and shared in strict adherence to the projects data protection policy and MEAL Plan.
Responsibilities:
R1. Designing, planning & implementation of strategies for data collection & storage, analysis & sharing:
R2. Design and Implementation of Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning Plans:
Participate in the baseline, mid-term and end of term evaluations of program activities In coordination with PM and MEAL coordinator, guide and cooperate with advisors/consultants who are contracted to implement specific surveys, assessments and studies required for evaluating outcomes and impact. Under the direction of the MEAL Coordinator, support research and study activities on M&E related issues. Conduct community visits, focus group discussions with beneficiaries and non-beneficiaries to receive feedback on project activities. Maintain the Complains and feedback received and ensure a timely and appropriate follow-up or referral if needed.R3. Report Writing & Documentation:
Coordinate and quality assure MEAL activities and processes for the project Build capacity of partners in the consortium on MEAL Ensure the Indicator performance tracking tool is updated monthly for all projects by the project team and partners. Compile and submit relevant project reports to the project manager. Prepare sectorโs operation plans/work plans & reviews Maintain a clear and transparent filing system. Documentation and dissemination of lessons learned from monitoring data, grant closure reviews, evaluations and project studies. Undertake any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the project manager.Personal Qualities
Organised, punctual and delivers on time, Strong ability to motivate and inspire staff and partners, Excellent networking skills, Intelligent and creative mind in data collection and analysis, Outcomes documentations, report writing. Curious and seeks out information, strong drive to learn new things and improve own capacity, Takes initiative โ identifies what needs to get done and does it, Hard working and driven to achieve objectives, Able to work under minimum supervision. A good team player, culturally sensitive and able to resist external pressure.
Experience and technical competencies:
Education:
DRCโs Core competencies:
All DRC roles require the post-holder to master the DRCโs core competencies below:
Conditions:
Contract duration: 1 year 8 months contract with possibility of extension, subject to funding and performance. Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Danish Refugee Council terms of employment for National staff.
Employment Category: Band H2
Reporting to: PMU Manager with dotted line to Meal Manager
Availability: 1st December 2025
Location: Eastleigh (with frequent travel to Kakuma and Karamoja in Uganda)
Key stakeholders:
Internal Stakeholders: Fair Recycling Project Team, MEAL Coordinator, MEAL Manager, Partnership coordinator, Accountability officer, IMS, PDQM, Grants Coordinator, HDP manager, Head of Operations, DRC Uganda teams
External Stakeholders: Community, Local Authorities both in Kenya and Uganda, Other NGOs, TCCF Project consortium Partners
General
Commitments:
DRC has a Humanitarian Accountability Framework, outlining its global accountability commitments. All staff are required to contribute to the achievement of this framework (http://www.drc.dk/HAF.4265.0.html)
Application Process:
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications, which should include a 1-page cover letter clearly stating their motivation, and qualifications and a CV. Applications should include contact details of three professional referees who have supervised the candidate in the last five years. One referee must be the applicantโs most recent manager. Only applications that address the stipulated duties and meet the required qualifications will be considered.
We only accept applications sent via our online application form on www.drc.ngo under Vacancies. Applications should be sent no later than: 23rd October 2025.
Gender Equality:
DRC is committed to achieving gender parity in staffing at all levels. In light of this, female candidates and those from minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply.