MEAL Officer (National) – Zanzibar

About the role

The MEAL Officer will support and implement the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) system across multiple projects in Zanzibar. Reporting to the Country Office MEAL Coordinator and working closely with project managers, the role ensures high‑quality data collection, analysis, learning and accountability aligned with Save the Children’s MEAL framework.

Key responsibilities

• Support the design, implementation and maintenance of MEAL tools and processes for all assigned projects.
• Collect, verify and analyse quantitative and qualitative data to produce timely reports.
• Facilitate learning and adaptive management by sharing findings with project teams and donors.
• Ensure accountability mechanisms are in place and functioning effectively.
• Contribute to country‑level MEAL deliverables and coordinate with the MEAL Coordinator.
• Assist in preparing donor reports and evidence‑based programme assessments.

Required profile

• Experience working with MEAL systems in humanitarian or development contexts.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet reporting deadlines.
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to data quality and integrity.
• Effective communication skills for liaising with project managers and donors.

Required skills