Senior MEAL Advisor, Accountability
7 days ago
London
Description Save the Children International has an exciting opportunity for a Senior MEAL Advisor Accountability to join our global team. Team and Job Purpose Team purpose To enhance the culture of quality and impact across Country Offices by ensuring that the right technical expertise is available at the right place and time. Our purpose is to drive an evidence and accountability agenda and embedding learning throughout our programming and operations. We aim to support the Monitoring Evaluation Accountability and Learning (MEAL) function through capacity strengthening PRIME and global indicator roll-out while leading programme incident management risk escalation and reporting to uphold our commitment to excellence and accountability. Role purpose Senior Advisor Accountability provides technical expertise and leadership to enhance accountability and evidence-based decision-making guiding country offices in implementing high-quality accountability measures. The role contributes directly to the organisational purpose by ensuring compliance with donor requirements and operational policies thereby fostering a robust culture of quality and alignment with the values of Save the Children International the position fosters a collaborative and inclusive environment that champions diversity equity and integrity empowering teams to engage effectively with communities and partners. Job Title: Senior MEAL Advisor Accountability Team: Quality & Impact Reports To: Head MEAL Contract Length: Permanent Grade: P4 Location: Any approved Save the Children International office location. Time Zone (that the role holder must be available to work in): Any Right to Work: The successful candidate must possess the unrestricted right to work in their current or preferred location for the duration of employment. Language Requirements: English (additional language of French Spanish or Arabic preferred) International Travel Requirements: Yes up to 40% Budget Responsibility: None People Management Responsibility: None Principal Accountabilities • Provide specialized technical guidance and advice to Country Office teams ensuring high standards in MEAL implementation with a focus on specialized support in Accountability., • Conduct regular reviews and analyses of Accountability components of awards to ensure compliance with donor requirements and organisational policies identifying areas for improvement., • Apply specialised donor and accountability technical knowledge to support the development and implementation of high-quality proposals and strategic plans in collaboration with country teams ensuring alignment with Save the Childrens mission and values., • Oversee the design and quality assurance of capacity building and training initiatives for national and local partners to ensure sustainable and effective Accountability interventions, • Lead on the strategic development and coordination of partnership strategies with local actors local authorities and peer agencies to advance Accountability work, • Play a leadership role in external and internal working groups to continually learn and adapt best practices in Accountability and institutionalize key learning., • Ensuring internal systems are in place to support and learn from country office colleagues implementing Accountability programs, • Manage global and multi-country projects and initiatives to strengthen Accountability specific guidance tools evidence etc., • Deploy to priority countries as needed for emergency response and provide in-person technical support and guidance (up to 40%)., • Promote a culture of diversity equity and inclusion within all programmes ensuring all interventions are accessible and effective for all community members regardless of background or identity. Experience and Skills Essential • Deep understanding of sector specific principles and practices. This should include experience in designing implementing monitoring and evaluating programs and interventions., • Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated with the latest trends and best practices in relevant sectors., • Strong ability to analyse complex data review programme performance metrics and translate findings into actionable improvements., • Considerable experience in building capacity delivering training and mentoring staff and local partners on sector specific practices and broader technical approaches., • Proven experience in developing high-quality proposals and strategic plans. A track record of writing successful proposals for donor-funded projects is essential., • Proficient experience in reviewing and assuring compliance of awards with donor requirements and organisational policies. Demonstrated ability to identify and implement areas of improvement., • High proficiency in communication including experience in negotiation influencing and coaching. Must demonstrate the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with diverse teams and stakeholders., • n/a Key Relationships Internal (excluding direct team and manager) • Strategic partners across humanitarian and development sector Education and Qualifications Essential • A post-graduate degree in degree or equivalent in International Development Social Sciences Public Health Economics or a related field is essential. ___Description Save the Children International has an exciting opportunity for a Senior MEAL Advisor Accountability to join our global team. Team and Job Purpose Team purpose To enhance the culture of quality and impact across Country Offices by ensuring that the right technical expertise is available at the right place and time. Our purpose is to drive an evidence and accountability agenda and embedding learning throughout our programming and operations. We aim to support the Monitoring Evaluation Accountability and Learning (MEAL) function through capacity strengthening PRIME and global indicator roll-out while leading programme incident management risk escalation and reporting to uphold our commitment to excellence and accountability. Role purpose Senior Advisor Accountability provides technical expertise and leadership to enhance accountability and evidence-based decision-making guiding country offices in implementing high-quality accountability measures. The role contributes directly to the organisational purpose by ensuring compliance with donor requirements and operational policies thereby fostering a robust culture of quality and alignment with the values of Save the Children International the position fosters a collaborative and inclusive environment that champions diversity equity and integrity empowering teams to engage effectively with communities and partners. Job Title: Senior MEAL Advisor Accountability Team: Quality & Impact Reports To: Head MEAL Contract Length: Permanent Grade: P4 Location: Any approved Save the Children International office location. Time Zone (that the role holder must be available to work in): Any Right to Work: The successful candidate must possess the unrestricted right to work in their current or preferred location for the duration of employment. Language Requirements: English (additional language of French Spanish or Arabic preferred) International Travel Requirements: Yes up to 40% Budget Responsibility: None People Management Responsibility: None Principal Accountabilities • Provide specialized technical guidance and advice to Country Office teams ensuring high standards in MEAL implementation with a focus on specialized support in Accountability., • Conduct regular reviews and analyses of Accountability components of awards to ensure compliance with donor requirements and organisational policies identifying areas for improvement., • Apply specialised donor and accountability technical knowledge to support the development and implementation of high-quality proposals and strategic plans in collaboration with country teams ensuring alignment with Save the Childrens mission and values., • Oversee the design and quality assurance of capacity building and training initiatives for national and local partners to ensure sustainable and effective Accountability interventions, • Lead on the strategic development and coordination of partnership strategies with local actors local authorities and peer agencies to advance Accountability work, • Play a leadership role in external and internal working groups to continually learn and adapt best practices in Accountability and institutionalize key learning., • Ensuring internal systems are in place to support and learn from country office colleagues implementing Accountability programs, • Manage global and multi-country projects and initiatives to strengthen Accountability specific guidance tools evidence etc., • Deploy to priority countries as needed for emergency response and provide in-person technical support and guidance (up to 40%)., • Promote a culture of diversity equity and inclusion within all programmes ensuring all interventions are accessible and effective for all community members regardless of background or identity. Experience and Skills Essential • Deep understanding of sector specific principles and practices. This should include experience in designing implementing monitoring and evaluating programs and interventions., • Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated with the latest trends and best practices in relevant sectors., • Strong ability to analyse complex data review programme performance metrics and translate findings into actionable improvements., • Considerable experience in building capacity delivering training and mentoring staff and local partners on sector specific practices and broader technical approaches., • Proven experience in developing high-quality proposals and strategic plans. A track record of writing successful proposals for donor-funded projects is essential., • Proficient experience in reviewing and assuring compliance of awards with donor requirements and organisational policies. Demonstrated ability to identify and implement areas of improvement., • High proficiency in communication including experience in negotiation influencing and coaching. Must demonstrate the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with diverse teams and stakeholders., • n/a Key Relationships Internal (excluding direct team and manager) • Strategic partners across humanitarian and development sector Education and Qualifications Essential • A post-graduate degree in degree or equivalent in International Development Social Sciences Public Health Economics or a related field is essential. ___Description Save the Children International has an exciting opportunity for a Senior MEAL Advisor Accountability to join our global team. Team and Job Purpose Team purpose To enhance the culture of quality and impact across Country Offices by ensuring that the right technical expertise is available at the right place and time. Our purpose is to drive an evidence and accountability agenda and embedding learning throughout our programming and operations. We aim to support the Monitoring Evaluation Accountability and Learning (MEAL) function through capacity strengthening PRIME and global indicator roll-out while leading programme incident management risk escalation and reporting to uphold our commitment to excellence and accountability. Role purpose Senior Advisor Accountability provides technical expertise and leadership to enhance accountability and evidence-based decision-making guiding country offices in implementing high-quality accountability measures. The role contributes directly to the organisational purpose by ensuring compliance with donor requirements and operational policies thereby fostering a robust culture of quality and alignment with the values of Save the Children International the position fosters a collaborative and inclusive environment that champions diversity equity and integrity empowering teams to engage effectively with communities and partners. Job Title: Senior MEAL Advisor Accountability Team: Quality & Impact Reports To: Head MEAL Contract Length: Permanent Grade: P4 Location: Any approved Save the Children International office location. Time Zone (that the role holder must be available to work in): Any Right to Work: The successful candidate must possess the unrestricted right to work in their current or preferred location for the duration of employment. Language Requirements: English (additional language of French Spanish or Arabic preferred) International Travel Requirements: Yes up to 40% Budget Responsibility: None People Management Responsibility: None Principal Accountabilities • Provide specialized technical guidance and advice to Country Office teams ensuring high standards in MEAL implementation with a focus on specialized support in Accountability., • Conduct regular reviews and analyses of Accountability components of awards to ensure compliance with donor requirements and organisational policies identifying areas for improvement., • Apply specialised donor and accountability technical knowledge to support the development and implementation of high-quality proposals and strategic plans in collaboration with country teams ensuring alignment with Save the Childrens mission and values., • Oversee the design and quality assurance of capacity building and training initiatives for national and local partners to ensure sustainable and effective Accountability interventions, • Lead on the strategic development and coordination of partnership strategies with local actors local authorities and peer agencies to advance Accountability work, • Play a leadership role in external and internal working groups to continually learn and adapt best practices in Accountability and institutionalize key learning., • Ensuring internal systems are in place to support and learn from country office colleagues implementing Accountability programs, • Manage global and multi-country projects and initiatives to strengthen Accountability specific guidance tools evidence etc., • Deploy to priority countries as needed for emergency response and provide in-person technical support and guidance (up to 40%)., • Promote a culture of diversity equity and inclusion within all programmes ensuring all interventions are accessible and effective for all community members regardless of background or identity. Experience and Skills Essential • Deep understanding of sector specific principles and practices. This should include experience in designing implementing monitoring and evaluating programs and interventions., • Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated with the latest trends and best practices in relevant sectors., • Strong ability to analyse complex data review programme performance metrics and translate findings into actionable improvements., • Considerable experience in building capacity delivering training and mentoring staff and local partners on sector specific practices and broader technical approaches., • Proven experience in developing high-quality proposals and strategic plans. A track record of writing successful proposals for donor-funded projects is essential., • Proficient experience in reviewing and assuring compliance of awards with donor requirements and organisational policies. Demonstrated ability to identify and implement areas of improvement., • High proficiency in communication including experience in negotiation influencing and coaching. Must demonstrate the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with diverse teams and stakeholders., • n/a Key Relationships Internal (excluding direct team and manager) • Strategic partners across humanitarian and development sector Education and Qualifications Essential • A post-graduate degree in degree or equivalent in International Development Social Sciences Public Health Economics or a related field is essential.