- Company: Action Against Hunger
- Location: Abuja
- Job type: Full-time
- Deadline: 2026-10-20T17:00:00+01:00
About the role
Action Against Hunger is seeking a Head of Department for Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) to join their team in Abuja. This position reports to the Deputy Country Director Programmes, with a proposed start date of November 2026. The role focuses on ensuring high-quality project implementation through robust MEAL systems and strategic guidance.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement contextualized MEAL systems in compliance with organizational guidelines.
- Validate comprehensive MEAL plans for projects to track performance and consolidate mission-level data.
- Manage MEAL Standard Operating Procedures and support the development of the country strategy’s MEAL component.
- Support MIS staff in managing digital platforms, including mobile data collection and digitized cash/voucher systems.
- Upgrade accountability mechanisms, including deploying Opinion ADS and implementing toll-free system features.
- Plan and implement external evaluations, consultancies, and needs assessments.
- Build the capacity of MEAL staff and program teams through training, coaching, and mentoring.
- Conduct regular field visits to support MEAL implementation and provide mentorship.
- Manage the centralized information database and update contextual information dashboards.
- Review and validate MEAL department organograms, job descriptions, and performance appraisals.
- Represent the organization at state-level meetings, clusters, and working groups.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Economics, Social Sciences, Business, Administration, Statistics, Demography, IT, Development Studies, Disaster Studies, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience working with NGOs in multi-sectorial programming and MEAL, including at least 2 years in a coordination-level position.
- Proven management and coordination skills, including HR and project management.
- Proficiency in qualitative and quantitative data management tools such as Microsoft Office, SPSS, STATA, Excel, Epi-info, and Power BI.
- Excellent written and spoken English skills.
- Advanced knowledge of international humanitarian guidelines and donor regulations (e.g., OFDA, ECHO, UN, DFID, FFP).
- Experience working in insecure contexts and emergency settings.
- Willingness to travel regularly to remote field sites.
How to apply
Interested and qualified candidates should click here to apply online. The application deadline is Tuesday, 20th October, 2026, at 05:00 pm (Nigerian Time).
