Senior MEAL Officer

Empathy for Life Integrated Development Association (ELiDA) 
is inviting qualified applicants for an external vacancy for the position of Senior MEAL Officer.

Position Overview

The Senior MEAL Officer will be responsible for leading Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) systems within development and humanitarian programs. The role requires strong analytical, reporting, and data management skills, with proven experience in NGO settings.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Applicants must hold a Master’s Degree in Monitoring & Evaluation, Statistics, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Economics, or related fields.

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience (MA holders) or 7 years (BA holders) in MEAL-related roles within NGOs
• Experience in sectors such as peacebuilding, education, humanitarian response, livelihoods, and GBV
• Strong background in donor reporting, evaluation design, and accountability systems
• Advanced knowledge of both qualitative and quantitative research methods
• Practical skills in tools such as SPSS, STATA, Power BI, KoboToolbox, ODK, and CommCare
• Strong report writing, analytical, and presentation abilities
• Good understanding of safeguarding and accountability principles
• Fluency in English and Amharic is required

Core Competencies

• Strategic thinking and leadership
• Integrity and professionalism
• Results and quality orientation
• Gender sensitivity and inclusiveness
• Innovation and adaptability
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Commitment to safeguarding principles

Workplace

📍 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Application Deadline

🗓 01 July 2026