VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Concern Worldwide is an Irish-based non-governmental, international, humanitarian organization, dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working towards the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries. Concern is currently recruiting the below post:

Job Code: 25-008-RH (You must quote this code on your application

Job Title: MEAL Manager (x1)

Location: Buchanan, Grand Bassa County

Reporting To: Programme Director

Contract duration: Fixed Term (12 months)

Role Requirement: Based in Buchanan. Internal travel to project locations (possibility of travelling outside of Buchanan to other Counties).

About Concern: Established in 1968, Concern is a non-profit, non-governmental humanitarian organization, dedicated to the reduction of suffering and the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries. Concern’s vision, our mission, and our work are all defined by one goal – ending extreme poverty, whatever it takes. Concern strives for a world free from poverty, fear, and oppression. Our culture is values-driven and we believe that our people are central to all that we do and are key to delivering on our goal of Reaching the Furthest behind First. We are committed to ensuring a workplace where everybody feels valued and is enabled to succeed in their work and contribute to delivering on our mission.

Job Purpose: Under the supervision of the Programme Director the MEAL Manager will manage the MEAL team and support programme teams to uphold quality programming and learning through collection and analysis of quantitative and qualitative data. The MEAL manager will line manage MEAL officers and assistants, providing technical leadership and adherence to Concern policies. They will also be responsible for improving the quality and accountability of programmes by ensuring high quality data collection and reporting and collaborating with the Accountability officer to monitor Concern’s accountability to programme participants.

Specific Roles and Responsibilities:

Supporting Programmes on Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation

• Strengthen planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) systems, processes and capacity across the organisation, working closely with field staff, Programme Support Officer (PSO) and other programme colleagues
• Lead the development of effective planning, M&E systems across Concern Liberia with particular focus on measurement of results at the outputs and outcomes level.
• Guiding programme teams on information and data collection, collation, analysis and dissemination.
• Build the capacity of programme teams to develop detailed and accurate reports for donors and for internal use, based on comprehensive M&E data.
• Maintain the reporting calendar in collaboration with the PSO.
• Support continual learning and collaboration between programmes, including documentation and dissemination of case studies and lessons learnt.

Grant management

• Maintain in-country grant tracking/monitoring and filing systems, in close collaboration with the PD, ensuring these are up-to-date and in-line with information held by the Desk Officer in Dublin.
• Ensure all programme teams are fully aware of, and comply with, donor reporting requirements/timelines and grant compliance issues.
• Maintain regular correspondence with the Concern Desk Officer in Dublin on grant/donor-related issues and ensure quick follow-up on any queries

Information Management

• Ensure the project beneficiary data base is up to date and regularly updated
• Improve the storage and dissemination of information within the programme.
• Ensure that appropriate data collection technologies, and tools are used for data storage and management.

Partnerships

• Work with the Programme coordinator and Concern`s local partners to ensure effective monitoring systems and tools are in place, which address indicators set out in project proposals and partnership agreements.
• Ensure that learning from partnership projects is systematically captured and shared between partners.

Capacity Building

• Line manage and coach junior staff members to ensure they fully understand outcomes which are expected of them, through Concern’s Performance Development Reviews system (PDR’s).
• Capacity building of national project staff and partners with updates on training materials and technical knowhow.
• Build the capacity of the programme team in the collection and analysis of quantitative and qualitative data, including the organisation of training seminars.
• Ensure team members are aware of core Concern policies and procedures relevant to their work, and with the support of others, carry out regular briefings on these policies, including the Code of Conduct and its Associated policies, security management, accountability. Contribute to the implementation of these policies.

Mainstreaming of key policies / strategies within Concern Liberia:

• Promote accountability and ensure compliance with the requirements of Concern’s Accountability standards including acting as a HAP focal person within Concern Liberia, ensuring the successful development of key organisational documentation (e.g. Accountability progress reports and annual plans) and championing the mainstreaming of accountability into all areas.
• Promote equality, especially gender equality, within the organisation and across all programmes, in line with Concern’s Equality Policy and practices of targeting marginalised and most vulnerable groups.
• Promote and comply with the Programme Participant Protection Policy (P4) and code of conduct
• All staff are responsible for upholding and promoting Concern’s values, including our workplace equality, diversity and inclusion, and safeguarding values.
• All staff are required to participate and contribute as necessary towards Concern’s emergency response as and when required.

Experience & Qualification:

• Preference for a BA/BSc level degree in agriculture, sociology, development studies, social policy or a related subject, but consideration will be given to candidates with a related diploma degree and previous experience working at project level on MEAL.
• At least 3 – 5 year experience in the design and management of M&E systems, preferably with an INGO
• At least 3 year experience in grant management / coordination and donor communication.
• Experience working in Liberia rural areas
• A strong understanding of Gender mainstreaming
• A background in project monitoring of Livelihood, WASH, Nutrition and Health programmes
• Experience of working with Local partners and other stakeholders.
• Knowledge of Core Humanitarian Standards, Sphere and Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS).
• Strong interest in the application of Information and Communication Technology to MEAL
• Previous experience in M&E of humanitarian and development programmes and strong understanding of M&E principles and processes, including reporting etc.
• Strong facilitation and training skills with diverse audiences of NGO practitioners.
• Ability to work effectively with, contribute to multidisciplinary teams, and provide team leadership as required.
• Strong understanding of M&E methodologies and data-based decision
• Demonstrable understanding and knowledge of inequality, rights related to development and emergency contexts, gender inequality, analysis and prevention and response to Gender Based Violence.
• Computer literate with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel and Word.

Desirable:

• Experience engaging with county level Education authorities.
• Experience working in education programs and in rural settings.
• Previous experience working with NGOs a plus.

Competencies:

Candidates are expected to demonstrate abilities in the following priority competency areas

We encourage all eligible candidates, irrespective of gender, ethnicity or origin, disability, political beliefs, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or socio[1]economic status to apply to become a part of the organization. Concern is against all forms of discrimination and unequal power relations and is committed to promoting equality.

If this role sounds right for you, please apply with your CV and cover letter. We will respond to every applicant. Please be aware we may offer positions before the closing date. Concern reserves the right to interview and select the chosen candidate before closing date for receipt of applications, so early application is strongly recommended.

If you have any concerns about our recruitment process and need particular assistance – for example if you have a disability e.g. a hearing impairment – please let us know and we will do our best to respond to your needs.

How to apply:

By email to: liberia.hr@concern.net with the JOB CODE 25-008-RH MEAL Manager (1x) clearly in the SUBJECT LINE.

By Hand to: HR Department, Concern Worldwide, Building Number-5 Andalucía’s Complex Compound Number-2, Between 6th & 7th Streets Sinkor Beachside, Behind Home City Furniture Store, Monrovia. JOB CODE 25-008-RH MEAL Manager (1x) clearly indicated on the envelope.

Applications must include the following:

• JOB CODE 25-008-RH MEAL Manager (1x) A letter of application stating why you believe you are the best suited for the position.
• A copy of your CV (maximum 4 pages) giving active daytime contacts.
• Names and addresses of two (2) work-related referees with professional e-mail addresses

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS 5 pm on Saturday 13 th September 2025.

FEMALE APPLICANTS ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

Important information:

Concern has an organisational Code of Conduct with three Associated Policies: The Programme Participant Protection Policy, the Child Safeguarding Policy, and the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Policy accessible here. These have been developed to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants from exploitation, and to clarify the responsibilities of Concern staff, consultants, visitors to the programme and partner organisations, and the standards of behaviour expected of them. In this context, staff have a responsibility to the organisation to strive for, and maintain, the highest standards in their work, in accordance with Concern’s core values and mission. Any candidate offered a job with Concern Worldwide will be expected to sign the Concern Staff Code of Conduct and Associated Policies as an appendix to their contract of employment. By signing the Concern Code of Conduct, candidates acknowledge that they have understood the content of both the Concern Code of Conduct and the Associated Policies and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these policies. Additionally, Concern is committed to the safeguarding and protection of adults and children in our work. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work or volunteer with adults and children are recruited by us for such roles. Consequently, working or volunteering with Concern may be subject to a range of vetting checks, including criminal background checking.

During this job application, you will provide Concern with your personal data. Concern takes its responsibilities towards this personal data very seriously and is committed to complying with all relevant data protection legislation.

Concern Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society. While all applicants will be strictly assessed on their individual merit, qualified women are particularly encouraged to apply