Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Officer At Habitat for Humanity

Position Summary:

The coastal regions in West Africa are facing various challenges associated with climate change, including coastal erosion and alterations in rainfall patterns. Rising sea levels and more frequent storms are causing destruction of important ecosystems such as beaches, dunes and coral reefs, which protect the coasts from flooding and erosion. The changes in rainfall patterns are causing more frequent and intense droughts and floods, affecting agriculture, fisheries, and water supply. The challenges are also damaging infrastructure, housing, and agricultural land.

In partnership, UN-Habitat, University of Twente, HFHI and Abidjan Convention designed a project with three different but complementary components: spatial planning, concrete interventions, and coordination and governance. The project goal is to improve adaptation of small to medium coastal settlements of Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire by reducing climate change impact and establishing resilient economies and communities. The project proposal was approved by the Adaptation Fund in August 2023.

HFHI will be in charge of the implementation of various climate adaptation activities at the field level, with a focus on early warning systems, awareness raising, green and blue infrastructure development, mangroves reforestation, climate-resilient agriculture and other livelihoods opportunities

Habitat for Humanity International is seeking a MEAL Officer responsible for adapting and implementing a robust monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning framework.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

responsibilities of the MEAL Officer include (but not limited to):

• Implement a comprehensive MEAL framework for the project, including clear indicators, data collection tools, and reporting mechanisms.
• Regularly monitor and produce reports on project activities, outputs, and outcomes to track progress against established indicators.
• Establish and manage effective accountability mechanisms to ensure feedback from project beneficiaries, partners, and stakeholders.
• Promote a culture of learning within the project team by documenting and sharing best practices, success stories, and lessons learned to contribute to organizational knowledge.
• Collaborate with the project team and external partners to ensure MEAL alignments
• Perform other duties as required

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field (e.g., monitoring and evaluation, development studies, data management and minimum five (05) years of relevant experience in leadership roles such as MEAL Officer
• Fluency in English and French

  Years of Related Experience:

• Proven experience in designing and implementing M&E frameworks and data collection methodologies for development projects.
• Experienced knowledge of Adaptation Fund policies, procedures, and reporting requirements.
• Experience working in the Cote ‘d’Ivoire and Ghana will be an added advantage.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of MEAL methodologies, tools, and best practices
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong data analysis and reporting skills, with proficiency in data management software and tools.
• Commitment to transparency and accountability in project implementation.
• Ability to adapt to changing project needs and drive continuous improvement