MEAL Coordinator

DRC Uganda is currently looking for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join our dynamic team as MEAL Coordinator. 

The overall purpose of the role:

The MEAL Coordinator will support the operational implementation, quality assurance, and harmonization of Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) activities across all operational areas for DRC Sudan, reporting to the MEAL Manager. The role holder will also provide technical supervision to field MEAL Officers to ensure effective implementation of MEAL plans in compliance with DRC's MEAL Minimum Monitoring Requirements and donor requirements. He/she will ensure consistency in monitoring systems, data quality, learning processes, and partner MEAL compliance, while contributing to evidence-based programming and continuous improvement across projects.

Your main duties and responsibilities will be: 

Results Monitoring & Program Quality Support 

• Support the integration of MEAL throughout the Project Cycle Management (PCM). 

• Work with MEAL Officers to develop and update project-specific MEAL Plans under the guidance of the MEAL Manager with collaboration with the program team. 

• Ensure MEAL activities are implemented in line with approved MEAL plans and donor requirements.

• Oversee development of indicator tracking tools, Indicator Performance Tracking Tables (IPTTs), and data collection systems in coordination with program teams.

• Follow up with Area MEAL Officers and Program Teams to ensure timely submission and quality validation of monthly Indicator Performance Tracking Tables (IPTTs) as per laid IPTT development SOP.

• Provide input on MEAL-related aspects of project proposals (indicators, logical frameworks, and MEAL budgeting) as requested by the MEAL Manager/ Program Development and Quality Manager (PDQ M). 

• Participate in project Kick-off, Review, and Close-out meetings to ensure cross-project learning. 

• Ensure monitoring findings are systematically shared with program teams to support adaptive management. 

Data Quality Assurance & Methodology Oversight 

• Oversee the development and refinement of data collection methodologies (quantitative and qualitative). 

• Plan and implement data quality assurance (DQA) measures across data collection, entry, analysis, and reporting. 

• Ensure ethical standards, protection principles, and DRC Code of Conduct are upheld during data collection. 

• Coordinate with Information Mangement (IM) personnel when digitalization of tools is required, without assuming Information Management ( IM) system management responsibilities. 

• Ensure compliance with data protection, storage, and security protocols in line with DRC and donor standards. 

• Review monitoring data and reports submitted by MEAL Officers for quality and consistency before submission to the MEAL Manager. 

Supervision & Team Management 

• Provide technical supervision to Area MEAL Officers, including performance appraisals, objective setting, and work planning.

• Provide continuous technical support and mentoring to strengthen field MEAL capacity. 

• Conduct regular performance check-ins and coaching sessions. 

• Oversee work planning and task allocation to ensure timely implementation of MEAL activities. 

• Conduct field visits to monitor quality and provide hands-on technical support. 

• Support MEAL Officers in troubleshooting field-level monitoring and partner-related challenges. 

Capacity Building & Partner Support 

• Conduct MEAL Partner Capacity Assessments (PCA) with support from the MEAL Manager. 

• Support and deliver MEAL capacity-building sessions for DRC staff and local partners. 

• Ensure partners have access to appropriate MEAL tools and guidance aligned with DRC, donors and global quality standards. 

• Ensure partner compliance with MEAL plans, indicator tracking, and donor frameworks. 

• Promote a culture of learning and evidence-based programming across project teams. 

Accountability Mainstreaming support 

• Liaise with the Accountability Officer and Accountability Assistant to support mainstreaming of Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP) components at project level.

• Ensure Area MEAL Officers support accountability awareness activities in operational areas. 

• Promote integration of feedback data into monitoring and learning processes. 

About you 

To be successful in this role, you must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in MEAL roles, preferably in humanitarian or development contexts. Moreover, we also expect the following. 

Required 

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Statistics, Monitoring & Evaluation, Economics, Public Administration, or other relevant fields.

• Strong technical expertise in MEAL frameworks, data collection methodologies, accountability mechanisms, and learning approaches. 

• Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools (Excel, Power BI, KOBO Toolbox, etc.). 

• Experience with MEAL planning and donor reporting for agencies like ECHO, USAID, GFFO, UN, etc. 

• Previous experience with information management systems

• Previous experience with leading organizational capacity assessments and capacity building on MEAL is an advantage 

• Experience with providing technical guidance and oversight to MEAL staff

• Demonstrated experience in community feedback mechanisms, complaint handling, and CHS accountability standards. 

• Strong analytical skills and ability to manage large datasets and complex MEAL systems. 

• Excellent communication and coordination skills, with experience engaging across teams and external stakeholders. 

• Advanced proficiency in English (spoken and written) 

Desirable 

• Master's degree in Social Sciences, Development studies, Statistics, Monitoring & Evaluation, Economics, Public Administration, or other relevant fields

• Additional certifications in MEAL, Data Analysis, Information Management, or Accountability. 

• Knowledge of Arabic language and fluency in local languages. 

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:

Striving for excellence : You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.

Collaborating : You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.

Taking the lead : You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.

Communicating : You listen and speak effectively and honestly.

Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. 

We offer 

• Contract length: 7 months 

• Band: G1 

• Designation of Duty Station: Kampala, with travel to Sudan 

• Start date: as soon as possible 

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for national employees; please refer to  our website .

Application process 

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered. 

Closing date for applications: 30th May 2026

DRC does not solicit money for any part of its recruitment process . All recruitment is merit-based and follows HR best practices that are globally acceptable. Henceforth, should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it 

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website  drc.ngo .