MEAL Officer West Bank - oPt

BACKGROUND

Alianza por la Solidaridad (Alianza) is a Spanish NGO existing since more than 30 years and present in the Middle East since 1993. Since 2009 it has developed a process of sectorial and geographical targeting for its interventions, which meant the prioritization of women’s rights and gender equality. Alianza por la Solidaridad (Alianza) in the Middle East works within three main lines of action:

• Prevention and response for Gender Based Violence, individual and community approach.
• Women´s economic empowerment.
• Women´s participation and active citizenship.

Alianza maintains stable local partners with whom it works in a sustained manner and deepening not the relations and regular contacts through the office in the field, but a fluid communication and analysis of the changes caused by the protracted conflict-related crisis and humanitarian situation in Palestine. Engaging men is a key piece to achieve meaningful results in gender equality, therefore, since 2017 there is a progressive work on implementing a new masculinities approach with community members and with CBOs, partners and other key actors. Alianza works closely with its partners and support their work in a manner that represent Alianza and the partners values. Alianza has extensive experience and expertise on women´s rights and there is a high degree of knowledge about the environment and only relation with the population, civil society organizations, other humanitarian actors and local public entities. Alianza por la Solidaridad is member of Action Aid since June 2018.

Action Aid and Alianza share the idea that when people become aware that their future is in their hands and when they organize to challenge power structures and contribute to the betterment and changing of institutions, changes can succeed. These changes should take place on a global scale in order to generate maximum impact, and they should be rooted in the political values of solidarity and internationalism. In addition, for Action Aid and Alianza, Social justice, gender equality, and climate justice succeed through individual and collective actions that actively change inequitable and unjust power relationships, either hidden, visible, or invisible, from the home to local, national, and international spaces. The empowerment of people that live in poverty and marginalization, and of women and youth is a crucial part of creating these changes. Collective efforts and fights are stronger when they are bound together through solidarity, campaigns, and common causes between communities, organizations, and social movements and other allies to influence local and global institutions and public policy.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding

Alianza is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct. We are also committed to preventing and responding to any form of sexual harassment, exploitation and child abuse and abuse of adults at-risk, whether carried out by staff/representatives or resulting from our work. Alianza expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: MEAL Officer
Location: Based in the West Bank with regular field visits across target areas (Nablus, Jenin, Tubas, Tulkarm, Bethlehem, Hebron, etc.)
Reports to: Project Manager/Area Manager
Contract Type: Full-Time
Duration: May 10, 2025 – May 9, 2026 (One-Year Contract)

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Monitoring and Evaluation:
   1. Lead the development and implementation of the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) framework, tools, and plans across ongoing projects, with a particular focus on the Musanadeh Project.
   2. Monitor indicators as defined in the project results matrix, and ensure regular data collection, cleaning, and validation.
   3. Conduct field visits to track progress and collect quantitative and qualitative data from CBOs and community initiatives.
   4. Support CBOs in data collection and reporting, ensuring understanding of M&E requirements.
   5. Consolidate data and maintain an updated MEAL database and dashboard.
2. Accountability and Learning:
   1. Support the development and improvement of community-based complaint and feedback mechanisms.
   2. Ensure complaints and feedback are recorded, referred, and responded to in a safe, timely, and confidential manner.
   3. Conduct regular community consultations and feedback sessions to ensure inclusiveness and accountability.
   4. Organize reflection sessions and learning reviews with CBOs and project staff to analyze progress, challenges, and adaptations.
3. Reporting and Documentation:
   1. Support the preparation of quarterly, final, and ad-hoc reports to donors (technical and narrative).
   2. Analyze data and generate infographics, summaries, and dashboards to inform program decisions.
   3. Ensure timely and quality documentation of success stories, case studies, and lessons learned.
   4. Ensure all MEAL documentation is organized and uploaded to SharePoint and other required platforms.
4. Capacity Building:
   1. Provide ongoing coaching and support to CBOs and APS field staff on MEAL tools and processes.
   2. Participate in the design and facilitation of training sessions related to MEAL, accountability, and data use.
5. Additional Tasks:
   1. Participate in internal planning, coordination, and review meetings.
   2. Carry out any other duties requested by APS management relevant to MEAL and organizational learning.

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REQUIREMENTS

• Advanced degree in Social Sciences, Gender Studies, Development Studies, Statistics, or other related fields relevant to Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in MEAL roles within humanitarian or development programs.
• Proven experience in designing M&E frameworks, indicators, and data collection tools.
• Solid experience with accountability and feedback systems, including CFMs.
• Strong analytical and report-writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Kobo Toolbox, Power BI or other relevant tools.
• Fluent in Arabic and English (written and spoken).
• Strong interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity.
• Willingness to travel frequently to field locations across the West Bank.

CONTRACT AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Contract Type: Full-Time Labor Contract
• Duration: 10, 2025 – May 9, 2026 (One-Year Contract)
• Remuneration: According to APS’s salary scale and relevant experience.
• Probation Period: Three months.
• Location: West Bank (Field-based)

HOW TO APPLY

Qualified candidates are invited to submit:

• A Resume (in English)
• A Cover Letter explaining their suitability for the position (in English)
• Two references with contact details

Email Subject Line: MEAL Officer Application – [Your Full Name] Qualified candidates are invited to submit:

• A Resume (in English)
• A Cover Letter explaining their suitability for the position (in English)
• Two references with contact details

Applications must be sent to [email protected] and Dima Dajani at [email protected] no later than Tuesday, 29 April 2025 at 4:00 PM (Palestine Time). Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. APS is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all backgrounds, without discrimination based on gender, nationality, religion, disability, or orientation.