Job Description

Monitoring and Evaluation Officer – Humanitarian Programs

Company: Danish Refugee Council (DRC)
Location: Juba, South Sudan
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL)
Experience: 3–6 Years
Reports To: MEAL Manager

About the Organization

Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a globally recognized humanitarian organization supporting displaced populations and vulnerable communities across conflict-affected regions. In South Sudan, DRC implements large-scale interventions in protection, livelihoods, emergency response, food security, resilience, and community development.

As part of its expanding operations, DRC seeks an experienced Monitoring and Evaluation Officer to strengthen programme performance, improve accountability systems, and support evidence-based decision-making.

This opportunity is suitable for candidates seeking jobs in South Sudan, NGO jobs in Juba, and Monitoring and Evaluation jobs in South Sudan.

Position Summary

The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will be responsible for designing monitoring frameworks, conducting data collection and analysis, tracking programme indicators, ensuring data quality, supporting donor reporting requirements, and strengthening organizational learning systems.

The successful candidate will work closely with programme managers, field officers, technical specialists, and partner organizations to ensure projects achieve measurable results and comply with donor standards.

Professionals interested in M&E Officer jobs in South Sudan, humanitarian jobs in Juba, and international NGO jobs in South Sudan are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Monitoring Activities

• Develop project monitoring plans and indicator tracking systems.
• Conduct routine field monitoring visits across project locations.
• Verify programme outputs and outcomes against approved targets.
• Support beneficiary registration and verification processes.
• Maintain monitoring databases and information systems.

Data Collection and Analysis

• Design data collection tools and survey methodologies.
• Conduct baseline, midline, and end-line assessments.
• Analyze quantitative and qualitative project data.
• Generate performance dashboards and statistical reports.
• Identify trends and recommend programme improvements.

Candidates searching for data analyst jobs in South Sudan and project monitoring jobs in Juba will find this role highly relevant.

Reporting and Documentation

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual performance reports.
• Support donor reporting requirements.
• Maintain accurate project documentation.
• Produce lessons learned and best-practice reports.
• Ensure timely dissemination of monitoring findings.

Accountability and Learning

• Support community feedback and complaint response mechanisms.
• Facilitate beneficiary satisfaction surveys.
• Promote accountability to affected populations.
• Organize learning workshops and reflection sessions.
• Strengthen organizational knowledge management systems.

Data Quality Assurance

• Conduct regular data quality audits.
• Verify field-level information.
• Improve data accuracy and reliability.
• Train field teams on monitoring tools and methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with donor monitoring standards.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Economics, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Public Health, Information Management, or related field.
• Master’s Degree will be considered an added advantage.
• Professional certification in Monitoring & Evaluation, Data Analysis, or Project Management is desirable.

Applicants seeking development sector jobs in South Sudan and research jobs in Juba are encouraged to apply.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 3–6 years of experience in Monitoring and Evaluation.
• Experience working with international NGOs or UN-funded projects.
• Strong knowledge of donor compliance requirements.
• Experience conducting field assessments and surveys.
• Proven ability to manage large datasets and reporting systems.

Candidates interested in programme officer jobs in South Sudan and MEAL jobs in South Sudan are highly encouraged to apply.

Required Technical Skills

• Monitoring & Evaluation Frameworks
• Logical Framework Approach (LFA)
• Results-Based Management
• Indicator Tracking
• Kobo Toolbox
• Power BI
• Excel Advanced Functions
• SPSS or STATA
• Data Visualization
• Report Writing
• Survey Design
• Database Management

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical thinking
• Excellent communication skills
• Problem-solving ability
• Team collaboration
• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Stakeholder engagement
• Adaptability in complex environments

Salary and Benefits

• Monthly Salary: USD 2,800 – USD 4,500
• Medical Insurance
• Housing Allowance
• Transport Support
• Annual Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Pension Contribution
• Life Insurance Coverage
• Field Travel Allowance

Training Opportunities

Selected candidates will receive training in:

• Advanced Monitoring & Evaluation Systems
• Humanitarian Accountability Standards
• Data Quality Management
• Power BI and Dashboard Development
• Donor Compliance Procedures
• Protection Mainstreaming
• Emergency Response Monitoring

Working Environment

The position is based in Juba with regular travel to field offices throughout South Sudan. The successful candidate should be comfortable working in remote locations and interacting with diverse communities.

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Preferred Competencies

• Experience with humanitarian information systems.
• Knowledge of South Sudan operational context.
• Familiarity with donor-funded projects.
• Strong statistical analysis capability.
• Ability to train and mentor field teams.
• Commitment to humanitarian principles.

This role is highly suitable for professionals searching for jobs in Juba, Monitoring and Evaluation jobs in South Sudan, MEAL Officer jobs in South Sudan, NGO vacancies in South Sudan, development jobs in South Sudan, statistics jobs in South Sudan, survey coordinator jobs in Juba, field monitoring officer jobs, and donor compliance jobs in South Sudan.

Application Procedure

Interested applicants should submit:

• Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Cover Letter
• Academic Certificates
• Professional Certifications
• Contact Details of Three Referees

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. DRC is committed to equal opportunity employment and encourages qualified women and underrepresented groups to apply.