MEAL Assistant

ROLE PURPOSE:

The MEAL Assistant is responsible for supporting data collection, data quality assurance, database management, reporting, and monitoring activities, ensuring accurate, timely, and secure information is available to support evidence-based programming, accountability, and organizational learning.

SCOPE OF ROLE:

Reports to: MEAL Manager

Staff reporting to this post: N/A

Budget Responsibilities: N/A

Other Reporting & Coordination Responsibilities: N/A

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

Data Collection and Monitoring Support

• Conduct high-quality data collection using Kobo-based digital tools through face-to-face and phone interviews.
• Support monitoring activities, needs assessments, surveys, and other data collection exercises.
• Participate in field visits to collect, verify, and monitor program data.
• Ensure timely and accurate registration of data in approved data collection systems and forms.

Data Management and Quality Assurance

• Enter, maintain, and update AO databases and data management systems.
• Perform routine data cleaning, verification, and validation to ensure accuracy, completeness, consistency, and reliability of information.
• Identify and report data quality issues and support corrective actions.
• Maintain organized records and documentation of monitoring and assessment data.

Data Analysis and Reporting

• Support data analysis activities by summarizing quantitative and qualitative information.
• Contribute to the preparation of monitoring, assessment, and evaluation reports as requested.

Data Protection and Confidentiality

• Ensure confidentiality and secure handling of all collected data in accordance with organizational policies and data protection standards.
• Maintain secure storage, encryption, access control, and transmission of sensitive information.
• Adhere to ethical data collection and information management practices at all times.

MEAL Operations and Team Support

• Collaborate with program and MEAL staff to ensure timely availability of quality data.
• Support the MEAL team with additional tasks and priorities as assigned.

SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS (our Values in Practice):

Accountability

• Takes personal responsibility for decisions, effective use of resources, high-quality results, and acting in alignment with Save the Children values.
• Supports colleagues and partners to take ownership of their responsibilities by providing guidance, opportunities for development, and constructive feedback.
• Addresses underperformance proactively and fairly, ensuring accountability for outcomes.

Ambition

• Sets clear, ambitious goals for themselves and contributes to a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Actively promotes and communicates the vision of Save the Children to inspire, motivate and engage others.
• Thinks creatively and strategically to drive progress and long-term impact for children.

Collaboration

• Builds positive, trusting, and inclusive relationships with staff, partners, and stakeholders.
• Values diversity and different perspectives as strengths that enhance the organization’s collective impact.
• Demonstrates strong communication skills, showing empathy, openness, and willingness to support others.

Creativity

• Proactively seeks and encourages innovative, practical solutions to improve effectiveness and staff experience.
• Confident in proposing new ideas and taking responsible, well-considered risks to enhance results.

Integrity

• Acts with honesty, fairness and professionalism in all interactions.
• Promotes an environment of transparency, trust, and mutual respect, upholding the highest ethical standards.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Education

• College degree (at least completed school education).

Qualifications

• Fluency in written and spoken Ukrainian, Russian and, English will be an advantage
• Good level of computer proficiency and ability to use MS-Office.
• Basic report writing skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines.

Experience (Required)

• At least 1 years of experience in Monitoring and Evaluation of programs or relevant experience.
• Experience in Excel, KoboCollect, CommCare.
• Experience in data collection, data management, and analysis is highly desirable.
• Familiarity and comprehension with database designs and management.

Experience (Desirable)

• Experience working with humanitarian organizations, preferably in MEAL related roles.
• Experience supporting partners and field teams in data collection, reporting and quality assurance.
• Experience conducting focus group discussions, key informant interviews.
• Previous experience working with accountability mechanisms, including feedback and reporting channels.