MEAL Officer
Kampala, Uganda * Full-time.webp)
Danish Refugee Council
DRC Uganda is currently looking for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join our dynamic team as a MEAL Officer.
The overall purpose of the role:
The MEAL Officer will be responsible for supporting the effective implementation of Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) activities for the OCHA-funded cash and protection project implemented by DRC. The role holder will ensure systematic monitoring of programme activities, support quality data collection and analysis, strengthen accountability mechanisms, and facilitate learning to improve programme effectiveness and compliance with donor and organizational standards.
QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
About you
To be successful in this role, you must have at least 3 years of experience in MEAL roles in humanitarian or development programmes. Moreover, we also expect the following.
Required
- Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or related field.
- Experience in cash-based programming monitoring (protection and cash) .
- Strong skills in quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis.
- Experience with digital data collection tools (Kobo, ODK etc.).
- Knowledge of humanitarian standards such as Sphere, CHS, and Protection Principles.
- Strong communication and report writing skills.
- Knowledge of both written & Spoken English
Desirable
- Knowledge of at least two of the most used languages by Congolese and South Sudanese refugees’ communities.
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:
Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
HOW TO APPLY
We offer
- Contract length: 6 months
- Band: NM H2
- Designation of Duty Station: Bidibidi
- Start date: April 2026
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for national employees; please refer to our website.
Application process
All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.
Closing date for applications: 18th March 2026
Deadline: Expired
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