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The MEAL Officer will be responsible for coordinating the project's monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning systems to ensure that programme performance, results and impacts are systematically measured, documented and used to inform decision-making.\nThe position will support the development and implementation of MEAL plans, indicator tracking tools, data collection systems, assessments and reporting processes in line with project objectives, donor requirements and CARE's standards. The MEAL Officer will work closely with the Project Manager, implementing partners, government institutions, community structures and technical teams to generate reliable evidence on the adoption of regreening practices, landscape restoration, household livelihoods, green enterprises and institutional strengthening.\nThe role will promote evidence-based programming, adaptive management, knowledge sharing and accountability to communities and stakeholders, contributing to the project's overall objective of scaling community-led landscape restoration and strengthening resilient livelihoods.\nResponsibilities\nSCOPE:\nEmployment Type: Contract - Full-Time\nJob Status: Nationals only.\nSlots: 1\nLocation: Sokoto, Sokoto State.\nRESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:\nJob Responsibility #1: Monitoring, Evaluation and Results Measurement\nDevelop, update and implement the project MEAL plan, ensuring alignment with the approved results framework, logical framework, indicators, targets and donor reporting requirements.\nEstablish and maintain indicator tracking tools and performance measurement systems to monitor outputs, outcomes and progress towards project objectives.\nConduct regular field monitoring visits to assess the implementation and quality of regreening activities across project locations.\nMonitor the adoption of Farmer-Managed Natural Regeneration (FMNR), agroforestry, tree planting, nursery development and other sustainable land management practices.\nTrack relevant project indicators, including household adoption, farmer participation, tree survival where applicable, restoration practices, green enterprise development, and women's and youths' participation.\nSupport baseline, midline, endline and other assessments to measure changes in household practices, livelihoods, environmental outcomes and institutional capacity.\nWork with project teams and implementing partners to establish clear indicator definitions, data collection methodologies, targets and verification procedures.\nEnsure monitoring findings are shared with the Project Manager and relevant technical teams to support timely corrective action and improved programme performance.\nJob Responsibility #2: Data Management, Quality Assurance and Analysis\nDevelop and maintain appropriate data collection tools, databases, indicator tracking sheets and reporting templates for project monitoring and evaluation.\nCoordinate the collection, compilation, cleaning, validation, analysis and interpretation of quantitative and qualitative data.\nConduct routine data quality assessments to verify data accuracy, completeness, consistency, reliability and timeliness.\nEnsure that project data are disaggregated by sex, age, location and other relevant categories, in line with donor and programme requirements.\nSupport the use of digital data collection and monitoring tools, including mobile-based platforms, geospatial information and relevant project applications.\nWork with project teams to verify farmer registration, lead farmer group records, training attendance, nursery activities, restoration sites and other programme evidence.\nMaintain an organised and secure system for storing monitoring data, assessment reports, attendance records, photographs, GPS coordinates and supporting documentation.\nEnsure appropriate data protection, confidentiality and informed consent procedures are followed during data collection and management.\nProduce periodic dashboards, analytical summaries and visual presentations to communicate programme performance and emerging trends.\nJob Responsibility #3: Reporting, Learning and Adaptive Management\nCoordinate the preparation of timely and accurate MEAL inputs for monthly, quarterly, annual and donor reports.\nWork closely with the Project Manager and technical teams to document progress against targets, explain variances and identify implementation challenges.\nDocument good practices, success stories, lessons learned and evidence of changes resulting from project interventions.\nFacilitate reflection sessions, learning reviews and after-action reviews with project staff, implementing partners, communities and other stakeholders.\nSupport evidence-informed decision-making by translating monitoring findings and assessment results into practical recommendations for programme improvement.\nContribute to the documentation and dissemination of learning through workshops, learning briefs, case studies, presentations and other knowledge products.\nSupport the use of relevant Regreening Africa II learning approaches and tools, including outcome mapping, the SHARED methodology and joint review and learning processes, as applicable to the project.\nTrack agreed recommendations from monitoring visits, assessments and learning sessions to ensure that responsible teams follow up on identified actions.\nSupport the Project Manager in identifying performance gaps and proposing adjustments to implementation approaches based on evidence.\nJob Responsibility #4: Accountability, Capacity Building and Stakeholder Engagement\nSupport the establishment and strengthening of community feedback and complaints mechanisms to ensure that project participants can safely share concerns, suggestions and feedback.\nEnsure that feedback received from communities is documented, referred to the appropriate personnel and followed up in accordance with CARE's accountability procedures.\nPromote the participation of women, youth, persons with disabilities and other relevant community groups in monitoring, feedback and learning activities.\nTrain and mentor project staff, community facilitators, lead farmers and implementing partners on data collection, monitoring tools, reporting standards and evidence documentation.\nWork with government institutions, extension workers, community structures and implementing partners to strengthen their capacity for participatory monitoring and learning.\nParticipate in stakeholder meetings, technical workshops, joint monitoring visits and review sessions to communicate findings and promote shared learning.\nCoordinate with CARE's MEAL and programme quality teams to ensure compliance with organisational standards and consistency in monitoring approaches.\nJob Responsibility #5: MEL Planning, Risk Management and Other Duties\nContribute to annual work planning, budget preparation and periodic reviews by providing evidence on implementation progress, indicator performance and resource needs.\nIdentify risks that may affect data quality, monitoring activities, reporting timelines and the achievement of project results, and recommend mitigation measures.\nSupport the documentation of programme assumptions and monitor changes in contextual factors that may affect project outcomes.\nEnsure MEAL activities are implemented in line with approved budgets, workplans, donor requirements and CARE policies.\nContribute to resource mobilisation through the provision of reliable programme evidence, results summaries and lessons learned for concept notes and proposals.\nPerform other relevant duties assigned by the supervisor in support of project objectives.\nOther Responsibilities:\nContribute to CARE's resource mobilization efforts.\nPerform any other related duties assigned.\nRequirements\nQUALIFICATION/EXPERIENCE/TECHNICAL SKILLS:\nRequired\nBachelor's degree in Statistics, Economics, Agricultural Economics, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Natural Resource Management, Monitoring and Evaluation or a related field.\nAt least three (3) years of relevant experience in monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning for humanitarian or development programmes.\nDemonstrated experience in developing and implementing MEAL plans, results frameworks, indicator tracking systems and data collection tools.\nExperience conducting field monitoring, assessments, data quality checks, data analysis and programme performance reviews.\nDemonstrated ability to analyse quantitative and qualitative data and prepare clear, evidence-based reports.\nPractical experience using digital data collection tools such as KoboToolbox, ODK, SurveyCTO or similar platforms.\nProficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data management or visualisation tools; experience with Power BI, SPSS, Stata or equivalent analytical software is an advantage.\nExperience in livelihoods, agriculture, climate resilience, natural resource management, landscape restoration or environmental programming is an advantage.\nFamiliarity with donor-funded projects, particularly EU-funded programmes, and their monitoring and reporting requirements.\nUnderstanding of results-based management, theories of change, logical frameworks, outcome mapping and participatory monitoring approaches.\nDemonstrated experience working with communities, government institutions, implementing partners and multidisciplinary project teams.\nStrong written and verbal communication, analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.\nAbility and willingness to travel regularly to project implementation locations in Sokoto State.\nFluency in English is required; knowledge of Hausa is an advantage.\nDemonstrated commitment to CARE's safeguarding standards, including Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Harassment and Abuse (PSHEA), and to Diversity, Equity, Belonging and Inclusion (DEBI).\nCompetencies:\nMonitoring, evaluation and results measurement.\nData management, analysis and interpretation.\nAttention to detail and data quality assurance.\nReporting, documentation and knowledge management.\nAnalytical thinking and problem-solving.\nCommunication and interpersonal skills.\nStakeholder engagement and teamwork.\nPlanning, organisation and time management.\nAccountability, integrity and confidentiality.\nCommitment to inclusion, safeguarding and community participation.\nResearch methods with specific capacities for Randomized Controlled Trials\nNOTE:\nOnly shortlisted applicants will be contacted.\nCARE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CARE considers all applicants on the basis of merit without prejudice to race, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, colour, national origin, marital status, or veteran status.\nCARE Nigeria is committed to preventing sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (PSEAH), child abuse, and human trafficking. We hold zero tolerance for abuse, exploitation, or discrimination. The selected candidate will be required to adhere to CARE’s Safeguarding Policies, Code of Conduct, and undergo strict background checks, including reference and screening checks.\nThere are individuals who may use CARE’s name and trademark in emails and on websites in an attempt to solicit fees from interested job seekers. 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