Job Title: MEAL Volunteer (No Experience US NGO Jobs)
Organisation: International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Duty Station: Twajiji Village, Yumbe District, Uganda
About the Company:
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC works with people forced to flee from war, conflict and disaster and the host communities which support them, as well as those who remain within their homes and communities. At work today in over 40 countries and 25 U.S. cities, we improve outcomes in the areas of health, safety, economic wellbeing, education, and power.
Job Summary: On a rolling basis, the project conducts a range of Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) activities in Bidi-Bidi Refugee settlement, Yumbe District, Uganda. To support these efforts, the IRC seeks to engage qualified MEAL Volunteer on a temporary basis to assist in data collection, entry, and preliminary analysis.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Collect and update relevant data using approved MEAL tools, platforms, and methodologies under the Integrated Protection Project.
- Report daily to the Senior Protection Officer under the technical guidance of MEAL Manager he or she will support routine project activities.
- Support the updating and monitoring of project databases in collaboration with the MEAL and protection teams.
- Ensure proper storage and filing of all MEAL-related documents in designated physical and digital locations.
- Perform data cleaning, entry, and preliminary analysis to ensure quality, accuracy, and completeness.
- Run quality and consistency checks on collected data and make corrections where necessary.
- Collaborate with Project focal people from various Zones to collect activity data
- Provide administrative support to the MEAL team at the IRC office when required.
- Participate in regular data review meetings, provide feedback, and support data-driven decision-making with MEAL Officers and program teams.
- Take part in surveys, assessments, and evaluations, supporting data management processes.
- Conduct routine data backups and update M&E files (both physical and digital) at scheduled intervals.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor to support MEAL and program implementation.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Demography, Economics, M&E, or a related field.
- Additional certification in Monitoring and Evaluation or Statistics is an added advantage.
- Basic understanding of monitoring, client feedback, and accountability systems.
- Experience with both quantitative and qualitative research methods is preferred.
- Prior experience working with diverse community groups, including youth and adults.
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Word.
- Willingness and ability to travel to and work within field sites in Bidibidi Refugee Settlement.
- Fluency in local languages spoken within and around the refugee settlement is mandatory.
- Qualified Locals of Yumbe are highly encouraged to apply.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply online at the link below
Deadline: 23rd May 2025
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