Monitoring, Evaluation, Assessment, and Learning (MEAL) Consultant at This Ability

The MEAL Consultant will support the organization in strengthening its monitoring, evaluation, assessment, and learning mechanisms. The consultant will provide independent, data-driven insights to improve program effectiveness, inform decision-making, and ensure adaptive learning across the organization’s disability-inclusive SRHR initiatives.

Scope of Work

The MEAL Consultant will be responsible for the following key tasks on a quarterly basis:

Monitoring and Evaluation

• Review and refine the internal MEAL framework for disability-inclusive SRHR programs.
• Assess program activities, outputs, and outcomes against established indicators.
• Conduct field visits and stakeholder consultations (as needed) to evaluate program effectiveness.
• Analyze data collection systems and recommend improvements.

Assessment and Reporting

• Conduct quarterly evaluations to assess program impact and identify gaps.
• Compile and analyze data to provide evidence-based recommendations.
• Develop quarterly MEAL reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Learning and Adaptation

• Facilitate quarterly learning sessions with staff to review program progress, successes, and challenges.
• Document best practices, lessons learned, and case studies to inform future programming.
• Ensure the integration of disability-inclusive approaches in all MEAL activities.

Capacity Building and Stakeholder Engagement

• Provide periodic training and guidance to staff on MEAL tools and methodologies.
• Engage with partners, beneficiaries, and stakeholders to collect feedback and enhance participatory approaches.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and adaptive learning across the organization.

Deliverables

• Quarterly MEAL reports with key findings, insights, and recommendations.
• Updated indicator tracking matrix and program impact data.
• Documentation of lessons learned and best practices.
• Capacity-building sessions for staff on MEAL processes.
• Recommendations for enhancing data collection, analysis, and reporting.

Consultancy Requirements

• Advanced degree in Monitoring & Evaluation, Public Health, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in MEAL roles within the non-profit or development sector, preferably in SRHR or Disability Inclusion.
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing MEAL frameworks.
• Strong analytical skills, including experience with data visualization and statistical software (e.g., SPSS, Excel, Power BI).
• Proven track record in facilitating learning sessions and capacity-building initiatives.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with diverse teams.