Norwegian Church Aid works with people and organizations around the world in their struggle to eradicate poverty and injustice. We provide emergency assistance in disasters and work for long-term development in local communities. To address the root causes of poverty, we advocate for just decisions by public authorities, businesses, and religious leaders.

Norwegian Church Aid (NCA) is an International Non-Governmental Organization working in over 30 countries around the world. It is a member of the worldwide ACT-Alllance, comprised of 140 churches and church-related organizations cooperating on humanitarian assistance, advocacy, and development. Norwegian Church Aid and DanChurchAid have been working in Malawi since 2002 and the 1980s, respectively.

In 2021, NCA joined forces with DCA and are operating as a Malawi Joint Country Programme (JCP). The vision for Malawi JCP is to have a just, resilient, and inclusive Malawi society for economic growth. The Programme aims to realize this vision through three interlinked long-term goals: Save Lives, Build Resilence, and Seek Justice. NCA-DCA Malawi Strategic Priorities for the period 2025-2029 are Econemic Development and Food Security, Climate and Environmental Stewardship, Fighting Inequalities (FI) and addressing Gender-Based Violence (GBV). Please visit our website: www.nca.no.

With possible funding from ECHO, and in partnership with Evangelical Association of Malawi (EAM) and Foundation for Civic Education and Social Empowerment (FOCESE), NCA-DCA will implement a 12-month Humanitarian Cash Assistance and Protection Project and therefore seeks experienced persons with sold knowledge and skills to fill position of MEAL Officer.

The successful candidate will be part of the Humanitarian Response Team, funded by ECHO, and will be based in Nsanje. The position will report to the MEAL Coordinator.

Responsibilities or duties

• Develop and strengthen monitoring, inspection, and evaluation procedures
• Monitor the project activities and progress towards achieving the project output.
• Conduct Data quality assessments on the project amongst the implementing partner organisations
• Provide feedback to the project team on project strategies and activities.
• Report monthly, quarterly, halt-yeary, and annual progress on all project activities to the MEAL Coordinator.
• Participate in annual project reviews and planning workshops
• Support monitoring and evaluation of the effects and impact of the project.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

• In-depth knowledge in Digital Data Management,
• Good understanding of capacity assessment methodologies and excellent ability to identify significant capacity building opportunities.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Sensitivity to and responsiveness to all partners, respectful and helpful relations with donors and project staff.

Experience needed

• University Degree preferably in Economics, Social Sciences, or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in the design and implementation of MEAL in humanitarian projects implemented by national/international NGOs and the government.
• Experience in designing tools and strategies for data collection, analysis, and production of reports.
• Proven ICT skills, especially the use of Kobo Toolbox
• Expertise in analysing data using statistical software.
• Strong training & facilitation skills.
• Economics

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

NCA-DCA Malawi Joint Country Programme is an equal opportunity Employer, therefore, women, and those with disabilities are encouraged.

• Develop and strengthen monitoring, inspection, and evaluation procedures
• Monitor the project activities and progress towards achieving the project output.
• Conduct Data quality assessments on the project amongst the implementing partner organisations
• Provide feedback to the project team on project strategies and activities.
• Report monthly, quarterly, halt-yeary, and annual progress on all project activities to the MEAL Coordinator.
• Participate in annual project reviews and planning workshops
• Support monitoring and evaluation of the effects and impact of the project.

• In-depth knowledge in Digital Data Management,
• Good understanding of capacity assessment methodologies and excellent ability to identify significant capacity building opportunities.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Sensitivity to and responsiveness to all partners, respectful and helpful relations with donors and project staff.
• Proven ICT skills, especially the use of Kobo Toolbox
• Expertise in analysing data using statistical software.
• Strong training & facilitation skils.

• University Degree preferably in Economics, Social Sciences, or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in the design and implementation of MEAL in humanitarian projects implemented by national/international NGOs and the government.
• Experience in designing tools and strategies for data collection, analysis, and production of reports.