MEAL Director
On-site · Amman, Amman, Jordan
Job Summary
MEAL Director to lead design, implementation, and enhancement of MEAL systems for the Jordan Humanitarian and Systems Strengthening (JHASS) – Protection Component; oversee data collection, management, and reporting; ensure indicators align with Gender, Equity, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) commitments and Value for Money (VfM); mentor MEAL staff; collaborate with project partners, donors, and stakeholders; develop MEAL plans, data quality systems, and learning agendas; note that the position is contingent upon project award and funding.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree (or equivalent) in sociology, biostatistics, statistics, social sciences or a related field, or a combination of education and experience that yields the required competencies
- A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in leading, designing, and implementing MEAL activities for international development programs, preferably in the humanitarian sector
- Experience in evaluating the gender effects of programmatic interventions and in developing gender-transformative instruments and protocols
- Experience in conducting Value for Money (VfM) or costing analyses
- Strategic thinking and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for supplier and stakeholder engagement
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- High attention to detail and accuracy in managing contracts and financial transactions
- Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship skills
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite
- Previous experience working in Jordan
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