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MEAL Assistant job at Community Empowerment for Rural Development (CEFORD) | Apply Now
Yumbe, Uganda
CEFORD (Community Empowerment for Rural Development) is a non-governmental organization that focuses on empowering marginalized communities in Uganda through sustainable development programs. The organization's mission is to enhance the well-being of vulnerable populations, particularly women, children, and youth, by promoting education, health, economic development, and human rights. With a strong reputation for delivering impactful programs, CEFORD has earned recognition for its contributions to rural development and poverty reduction.
The work culture at CEFORD is collaborative and inclusive, providing employees with opportunities to develop professionally while making meaningful contributions to society. Job opportunities at CEFORD are designed to promote a positive work-life balance and allow for flexible working arrangements to support staff well-being. Since its inception, CEFORD has grown significantly, expanding its reach to several regions across Uganda and adapting its business model to meet the evolving needs of the communities it serves.
The organization values innovation and continuously strives to find new, more effective ways to empower its target groups. CEFORD is committed to corporate social responsibility (CSR), with initiatives focused on environmental sustainability, education, and community health. Its core values of integrity, accountability, and respect for human dignity guide all of its work. To learn more about CEFORD and its projects, visit their website at www.ceforduganda.org.
Are you looking for NGO jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in MEAL Assistant job at Community Empowerment for Rural Development (CEFORD)
Full Time
Deadline:
10 Jul 2025
Job Title
MEAL Assistant job at Community Empowerment for Rural Development (CEFORD)
Community Empowerment for Rural Development (CEFORD)
Job Description
Job Title: MEAL Assistant (Fresher Jobs)
Organisation: Community Empowerment for Rural Development (CEFORD)
Duty Station: Yumbe, Uganda
MEAL Assistant is to adopt and implement Project MEAL System to promote evidence-based decision-making, project performance, and internal management. Contribute to quality programming through supporting access to and use of relevant and timely information on project scale, relevance, and effectiveness.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
Application letters, accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae and photocopies of relevant academic documents such as transcripts, certificates, and testimonials, along with the contact details (including email addresses and daytime telephone numbers) of three referees – two of whom must be your former supervisors – should be addressed to: The Executive Director – CEFORD P.O. Box 303 Arua. Hard copy applications can be delivered to CEFORD Offices in Arua, Yumbe, Paidha, Moyo and Adjumani. Electronic application having all the required documents combined as one pdf file (only for Livelihood Coordinator, Project Officer and MEAL Assistant Positions) should be emailed with the subject clearly marked “Position Applied-Name of Applicant” to recruitment@ceford.or.ug
Deadline: 10th July 2025
NB: Late submission of applications and those not in one pdf file will not be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Women and persons with disability are encouraged to apply
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How to Apply
Support in designing and update project MEAL System and monitor compliance to SOP, policy, Tools, target bank.
Support evaluations, assessments, learning and resource mobilization.
Participate in project technical report writing progress reports for the board, donors and key stakeholders (OPM, UNHCR).
Measure and disseminate project performance against standard catalogue both programme and finance monthly.
Conduct project data quality assurance, validation of deliverables (items distributed, financial reports and procurement processes) to ensure quality and value for money monthly.
Organize project review meetings and field monitoring monthly.
Develop and maintain project masterplan database and track KPI, budget and ensure digitalization and visualization of data in Power Bi, VisibleImpact, KoboToolBox, ODK, Solstice, GIS, etc.
Support in establishing and tracking project complaints and feedback mechanisms to affected persons.
Provide technical capacity building for staff on MEAL concept to enable result-based intervention.
Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual MEAL costed calendar or work plans for approval by the supervisor before 25th day of the last month to the end of the previous year and quarter.
Ensure proper utilization and accountability for all project funds within 14 days upon receipt of the funds.
Support programme staff to prepare and submit monthly, quarterly and annual reports to supervisor before 20th day of the month of reporting.
Monitor implementation of approved MEAL costed work plan and ensure budget performance is above 50% at all times.
Attend quarterly stakeholder’s coordination meetings at the Settlement, District Local Government and validate quality of CEFORD files with minutes filed for review by the supervisor.
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Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Demography and Population Studies, Business Computing (IT), Social Sciences and any other related field.
Certificate in M&E is a Must.
At least 2 years’ experience in M&E related field with a busy reputable humanitarian organization is an added advantage.
Demonstrated ability to liaise and negotiate with government and social partners.
Ability to perform a variety of conceptual analyses required for the formulation, administration and evaluation of projects.
Ability to work both individually and as part of a team.
Good interpersonal skills, including patience, willingness to listen and respect for colleagues.
Sensitivity to the needs and priorities of different sectors of the community, traditions, culture, beliefs of refugee/host community hierarchical structures.
Must have computer skills, training and mentoring skills.
Knowledge of local or commonly spoken languages in the region is an added advantage.
