IsraAID has opened applications for the position of Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Coordinator, offering experienced humanitarian and development professionals an opportunity to provide technical leadership for a multi-country nutrition programme across Africa. Based in Nairobi, Kenya, the hybrid full-time position will support the implementation of robust MEAL systems, strengthen evidence-based programming, and promote organizational learning across participating country offices.
The role is ideal for professionals with extensive experience in monitoring and evaluation, humanitarian programming, public health, nutrition, or international development who are passionate about improving programme quality and accountability.
About IsraAID
Founded in 2001, IsraAID is an Israel-based international humanitarian non-governmental organization that has delivered emergency response and long-term development programmes in more than 60 countries worldwide.
The organization works alongside communities affected by natural disasters, conflicts, displacement, and humanitarian crises to rebuild lives while strengthening resilience and preparedness for future emergencies. Through partnerships with governments, civil society organizations, and local communities, IsraAID delivers integrated programmes spanning health, nutrition, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), protection, psychosocial support, education, and community resilience.
About the Position
The MEAL Coordinator will provide strategic and technical leadership for Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning across the Integrated Community Nutrition Management Programme.
Reporting to the Global Organizational Learning Lead Manager, the successful candidate will ensure that programme monitoring systems align with IsraAID’s global standards while promoting evidence-based decision-making, accountability, continuous learning, and programme improvement across multiple countries.
The position combines technical oversight, field support, capacity strengthening, research coordination, and knowledge management to ensure programmes achieve measurable impact.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Leading the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the programme’s MEAL framework across all participating countries.
- Conducting at least two field monitoring visits per country each year.
- Supporting the development and maintenance of digital monitoring systems and data collection tools.
- Providing technical guidance and mentoring to country office MEAL teams and programme staff.
- Strengthening organizational learning through knowledge-sharing initiatives and learning events.
- Coordinating MEAL activities with implementing partners and stakeholders.
- Managing external programme evaluations and ensuring recommendations are incorporated into future programming.
- Supporting operational research initiatives in collaboration with academic institutions and research partners.
Required Qualifications
Applicants should possess:
- A Master’s degree in public health, social sciences, statistics, international development, or a related discipline.
- Candidates with exceptional Bachelor’s degrees and significant relevant experience may also be considered.
- Formal specialization or professional training in Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) or MEAL.
Professional Experience
Candidates should demonstrate:
- At least seven years of progressive MEAL experience in humanitarian or international development programmes.
- Experience supporting Health, Nutrition, or WASH interventions.
- Supply chain programme experience will be considered an added advantage.
- Demonstrated expertise managing the complete MEAL cycle, including:
- MEAL framework development
- Monitoring plans
- Digital data collection systems
- Reporting tools
- Learning frameworks
- Data quality assurance
- Previous experience working in African countries is highly desirable.
Technical Skills
Applicants should have strong knowledge of:
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Power BI
- KoBoToolbox
- Open Data Kit (ODK)
- Logalto
- SPSS
- Stata
- R
- NVivo
Experience with DHIS2 or similar Health Management Information Systems (HMIS) will be considered an additional advantage.
Core Competencies
IsraAID is seeking candidates who demonstrate:
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking abilities.
- High-quality report writing and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Capacity to work independently and collaboratively within multicultural teams.
- Understanding of integrated multi-sector humanitarian programming.
- Commitment to accountability, professionalism, flexibility, resilience, collaboration, and humanitarian values.
Language Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Full professional proficiency in written and spoken English.
- Knowledge of Swahili and/or Luganda is considered an advantage.
Ethical Standards
IsraAID maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy regarding misconduct, including Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA). Successful candidates will undergo comprehensive reference checks and safeguarding assessments as part of the recruitment process.
The organization is committed to maintaining safe, respectful, and inclusive workplaces while ensuring the highest standards of professional integrity.
Equal Opportunity Employer
IsraAID is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Qualified candidates will be considered regardless of race, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
Position Summary
- Position: MEAL Coordinator
- Location: Nairobi, Kenya (Hybrid)
- Department: Programs
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Professionals with strong expertise in humanitarian MEAL systems, public health, nutrition, monitoring and evaluation, and organizational learning are encouraged to apply for this opportunity to contribute to impactful programmes supporting vulnerable communities across Africa.
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