National Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Specialist
Tbilisi
- Organization: FAO - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
- Location: Tbilisi
- Grade: Consultancy - Consultant - Contractors Agreement
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Occupational Groups:
- Education, Learning and Training
- Monitoring and Evaluation
- Closing Date: 2026-01-20
IMPORTANT NOTICE\: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device
- FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture
- Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply
- Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values
- FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination
- All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
- All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
FAO’s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.
Organizational Setting
The position is located at the FAO Representation in Georgia, based in Tbilisi. The main aim of the FAO country offices, which are headed by the FAO Representative, is to assist governments to develop policies, programmes and projects to achieve food security and to reduce hunger and malnutrition, to help develop the agricultural, fisheries and forestry sectors, and to use their environmental and natural resources in a sustainable manner.
The position will be integrated within the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) team of the European Neighbourhood Programme for Agriculture and Rural Development (ENPARD) IV.
Reporting Lines
The National MEAL Specialist will work under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative in Georgia, the ENPARD-IV Programme Manager, and the direct supervision of the International MEAL Specialist.
Technical Focus
The MEAL Specialist will support in the implementation of the MEAL framework by conducting output and outcome assessment, establishing and managing an online database base in ZOHO, developing dashboards, preparing reports for donor, MEPA and the FAO Corporate reporting system.
Tasks and responsibilities
• Assist the International MEAL Specialist in undertaking all MEAL activities
• Develop and manage database in ZOHO including creating data collection forms, reports and dashboard
• Support in planning and conducting monitoring missions, including beneficiary verification and post distribution monitoring (telephonic and in-person) and prepare monitoring reports to ensure timely, equitable and transparent delivery of assistance/services to beneficiaries
• Develop MEAL tools for data collection and analysis
• Assist in conducting training for enumerators/project staff in data collection, validation, processing, analysis, interpretation and presentation/dissemination
• Support in data verification, data quality assessment, analysis and management
• Ensure an update on regular monitoring data (beneficiary data) in ZOHO platform
• Assist in preparing quarterly, six monthly and annual reports
• Support in planning and conducting outcome assessments
• Any other tasks assigned by the supervisor.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in agricultural science, agricultural economics, food science, statistics or related subjects
• 1 year of relevant experience in monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning
• Working knowledge of English and Georgian
• National of Georgia
FAO Core Competencies
• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
• Working knowledge of online monitoring systems (ZOHO, KOBO, ODK), and statistical analysis software
• Computer literacy with demonstrated use of presentation software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) is essential
• Solid understanding of the Georgia Law on Personal Data Protection
• Computer literacy with demonstrated use of word processing, database, and presentation software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.) is essential
• Experience with database development and management in ZOHO, MS Access, KOBO, ODK, etc
• Knowledge of United Nations and International Organizations’ administrative policies and procedures
• Excellent drafting skills and analytical mind
• Demonstrated ability to conduct social surveys
• Demonstrated fluency in written and spoken English
• Excellent interpersonal skills and to work in a team-oriented multi-cultural environment
• Willingness to travel
• Good knowledge of communication and documentation standards
• Display initiative and take responsibility for achieving agreed outputs within set deadlines and closely follow-up until successful outputs are achieved.
• Continue to seek new, innovative and improved methods and systems for accomplishing the work assigned
• Identify and recommend remedial measures to address problems in systems design or implementation
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing)
- Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted
- Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http\://www.whed.net/
- For additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website\: http\://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.
HOW TO APPLY
• To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
• Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application
• Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http\://www.whed.net/.These qualifications should be in alignment with the International Standard Classification of Education (ISCED) mappings.
• Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications
• Incomplete applications will not be considered
• Personal information provided on your application may be shared within FAO and with other companies acting on FAO’s behalf to provide employment support services such as pre-screening of applications, assessment tests, background checks and other related services. You will be asked to provide your consent before submitting your application. You may withdraw consent at any time, by withdrawing your application, in such case FAO will no longer be able to consider your application
• Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered
• Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile
• We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.
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FAO IS A NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.