MEAL Assistant

5. Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in statistics, economics, social sciences, development studies, information management, business administration, computer science, public administration, or another relevant field.

Professional Experience

• At least two years of relevant experience in monitoring, evaluation, accountability, data management, research, surveys, or project implementation.
• Experience collecting, entering, cleaning, verifying, and managing programme data.
• Experience conducting field monitoring, beneficiary interviews, surveys, or focus-group discussions.
• Experience maintaining beneficiary databases and supporting project reporting.
• Previous experience in livelihoods, economic empowerment, agriculture, social protection, vocational training, or enterprise-development programmes is an advantage.
• Experience with UN agencies, international donors, NGOs, or WFP-funded programmes is desirable.
• Experience using digital data-collection platforms such as KoboToolbox, ODK, or similar systems is preferred.
• Knowledge of the Baghdad operating context and experience working with vulnerable households are desirable.

6. Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Basic knowledge of monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning principles.
• Good quantitative and qualitative data-collection skills.
• Ability to identify errors, inconsistencies, duplication, and missing information.
• Strong organizational, recordkeeping, and time-management skills.
• Ability to communicate respectfully with beneficiaries and stakeholders.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information responsibly.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and digital data-collection tools.
• Basic data analysis and visualization skills.
• Good written and spoken Arabic and working proficiency in English; Kurdish is an advantage.
• Ability and willingness to undertake regular field visits.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

7. Core Values and Behavioural Expectations

The postholder is expected to demonstrate:

• Integrity, accuracy, professionalism, and accountability.
• Respect for diversity, inclusion, and human dignity.
• Commitment to safeguarding and prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment.
• Zero tolerance for fraud, corruption, discrimination, and data manipulation.
• Confidentiality and responsible data management.
• Respectful communication with beneficiaries and colleagues.
• Objectivity and independence when recording monitoring findings.
• Willingness to learn and respond constructively to feedback.

8. Performance Indicators

Performance will be assessed against:

• Accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of beneficiary and activity data.
• Quality and frequency of field monitoring.
• Timely identification and correction of data-quality issues.
• Completeness and traceability of supporting documentation.
• Quality of survey and assessment data.
• Timeliness of indicator updates and reporting inputs.
• Effective tracking of beneficiary progress and project outcomes.
• Proper management of complaints and feedback records.
• Compliance with confidentiality and data-protection requirements.
• Responsiveness to monitoring findings and corrective actions.
• Quality and organization of electronic and hard-copy files.
• Compliance with AGO, WFP, safeguarding, and accountability requirements.

9. Safeguarding Statement

Aid Gate Organization is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and maintaining a working environment free from sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, discrimination, and retaliation. The selected candidate must comply with AGO’s Code of Conduct, safeguarding policies, data-protection requirements, and reporting procedures.

10. Equal Opportunity Statement

Aid Gate Organization is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified candidates are considered without discrimination based on gender, disability, ethnicity, religion, age, marital status, or other protected characteristics. Women and persons with disabilities who meet the position requirements are strongly encouraged to apply.

Interested applicants must apply via the link below

MEAL Assistant

Note:

• Applications not meeting the specified minimum requirements may not be considered.
• The CVs received after the closing date may not be considered.
• Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview that may include a written test of communication and writing skills.
• Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as applications may be screened prior to the vacancy deadline.