Field Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting, and Learning (MERL) Officer

IIntroduction:

Positive Action for Development (PAD) is an indigenous, non-governmental, non-profit, secular, and legally registered Ethiopian Civil Society Organization (Registration No. 2330). PAD is committed to promoting a just, compassionate, and inclusive society where all people can thrive. Guided by the values of optimism, integrity, kindness, excellence, and impactful action, PAD works to provide effective humanitarian and development support to communities in need.

PAD is currently seeking qualified and motivated individuals for the following position(s)

Job Summary: 

The Field MEL Officer is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the monitoring, evaluation, and learning framework for field-based projects and programs. This role involves collecting, analyzing, and reporting data to measure project performance and impact, ensuring accountability, and fostering continuous learning and improvement.

Position Details: 

• Position: Field Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting, and Learning (MERL) Officer

• Number required: 1 (one) 

• Duty Station: Setit Humera, with regular field travel required

• Language: Proficiency in English and the local language(s) of the region is required. 

• Employment Type: Contractual, project-based position subject to project funding and duration

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement robust MEL frameworks.
• Collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data.
• Prepare and present regular MEL reports to stakeholders.
• Conduct field visits to monitor project activities.
• Facilitate learning sessions and workshops to improve project outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with donor requirements and organizational policies.
• Collaborate with project teams to develop and refine data collection tools.
• Identify and document best practices and lessons learned.

• Overall Responsibilities: 

• Prepare Monitoring checklist in line with project activity and objectives.

• Collect weekly, monthly and quarterly plan of each staffs in hard and soft copy.

• Collect weekly, monthly and quarterly reports from each staffs and document in hard & soft copy. 

• Provide feedback to the project coordinator on project strategies and activities. 

• Full documentation of service provision, reports and care plan. 

• Encode beneficiaries’ profile data, service and care plan to database.  

• Promotion of the use of evaluation findings among the projects. 

• Monitor the allocated resources for the project interventions in terms of effectiveness and efficiency. 

• Assist project coordinators in preparing monthly, quarterly and annually reports. 

• Assist the project personnel with M&E tools and supporting them in their use.

• Facilitate and conduct mid-term and terminal evaluation for medium and long-term projects.     

• Make sure all project team have prepared, reviewed, and submitted periodic activity plan and report. 

• Prepare and maintain data collection tools, collect data, conduct data quality assurance, analyze and interpret results. 

• Prepare review meeting and supportive supervision schedule and conduct the program.

• Prepare and document change stories.  

• Monitor and evaluate overall progress on achievement of project results.

• Monitor the sustainability of the project's results.

• Report monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual service provided for M & E coordinator and project coordinator. 

• Train and support staff in monitoring and evaluation processes as requested.

• Conduct and analyze staff capacity building need assessment and facilitate trainings.

• Provide input and update information related to project outcome.  

• Perform other duties as maybe assigned by the project coordinator.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Statistics, International Development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in MEL or related field.
• Proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., SPSS, STATA).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work in challenging field environments.
• Knowledge of donor MEL requirements are a plus.

Other Considerations:

• Willingness to travel frequently to field locations, including remote areas.

• Commitment to upholding humanitarian values and the organization's mission.

Competencies

• Action facilitations

• Communications

• Ethics & Values

• Teamwork

• Behavioral Flexibility

• Client Orientation

• Initiative

• Interpersonal Relations

• Reasonable Judgment

Equal Employment Opportunity

• PAD promotes fairness, equity, and diversity in the workplace. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, religion, or other personal status.

• Hiring decisions are made solely based on skills, experience, and suitability for the role.
  PAD is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive environment where all staff can thrive, contribute meaningfully, and grow professionally.

Zero Tolerance for Misconduct

• PAD maintains zero tolerance for abuse, harassment, exploitation, or misuse of power. All staff, volunteers, and partners are expected to follow PAD’s policies and uphold our values at all times.
  All successful candidates will undergo background checks and must adhere to PAD’s code of conduct and safeguarding principles.

Recruitment Flexibility

• PAD reserves the right to:

• Recruit more than the required candidates from this announcement.

• Keep qualified applicants in our database for future similar roles.

Important Notice on Recruitment Fraud

• If you encounter any misconduct, fraud, or corruption related to PAD’s recruitment process or operations, please report immediately via:

• Email: safeguarding@padethiopia.org 

• Link: https://one-pad.org/guest_new/public_add_issue 

• Toll-Free Hotline: 9135

• PAD treats all reports confidentially and takes them seriously, ensuring appropriate action is taken. 

How To Apply

Application Process

Candidates interested in the position should submit:

• CV with relevant documents (education certificates, experience, etc.). All documents must be combined into a single file.

• Motivation/Cover Letter– including current salary and salary expectations is recommended.

Submission Instructions

• All applications should be submitted by email using job@padethiopia.org

• Applications must specify the location and position. Applications that do not mention the location and position, or lack clear position details, may not be considered.

Selection Process

• Only selected candidates will be contacted.

• Fair and transparent evaluation based on qualifications, experience, and competencies, written and interview exam result.

• Hiring decisions aligned with PAD’s values of equity, integrity, and professionalism.

• Applicants who do not follow the procedures will be disqualified immediately.

• This job description provides a general overview and may change based on organizational needs.

Contact for additional Information

• Email: job@padethiopia.org 

• Website: www.padethiopia.org

• Phone: 0948787677 or 0936280820

PAD is committed to upholding zero-tolerance policies against all forms of abuse and exploitation while actively protecting the rights and well-being of individuals.