MEAL Assistant

Position : MEAL Assistant Duty Station: Lahj Governorate (with field travel across targeted districts) Contract Type: Full-time (subject to budget availability) Number of Positions: 1 Key Responsibilities - Conduct regular field monitoring visits using standardized and approved tools (forms, checklists, quality standards). - Implement data collection activities, including market assessments, beneficiary verification, baseline and endline surveys, and Post-Distribution Monitoring (PDM). - Carry out field verification activities and review beneficiary lists according to approved targeting criteria. - Facilitate Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) and participatory data collection methods with communities, ensuring adherence to ethical standards. - Support the activation and operation of the Complaints and Feedback Mechanism (CRM/CFM) at project sites. - Receive complaints and feedback from beneficiaries, document and track them systematically while ensuring confidentiality and data protection. - Prepare field visit reports and support lessons learned sessions and corrective action planning with relevant teams. - Ensure proper data filing and archiving according to the approved system. - Maintain close coordination with the MEAL Officer and program team regarding field implementation and findings. - Liaise with field teams and community committees to ensure smooth implementation of accountability and monitoring activities. Qualifications and Experience - Higher Diploma or Bachelor s degree in Statistics, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a related field. - 1 3 years of experience in field data collection or monitoring and evaluation with civil society organizations. - Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and electronic data collection platforms (e.g., Kobo). - Ability to work in remote field locations and engage effectively with local communities. - Strong teamwork and communication skills. - High level of accuracy and objectivity in data collection. - Good command of English.