MEAL Officer - Jordan

Location: Amman, Jordan

Role Type: Full-time FTC

CLOSING DATE: 31 March 2026

About ARK

ARK is a social enterprise, empowering local communities through the provision of agile and sustainable interventions to create greater stability, opportunity and hope for the future. 

We believe that strong, resilient communities are the foundation of local, national, regional and international development and stability – and ultimately a safer, peaceful and more prosperous world. At ARK, we have delivered research and programmatic interventions validating this approach in over twenty countries since 2008. As a social enterprise, we work in partnership with communities, our donors, and other implementers to build local capacities, generate opportunity and bring about sustainable change. 

Learn more about our impact here:  https://www.ark.international/impact

About the Role

The Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) role serves as the focal point for measurement, monitoring, evaluation, and learning within a Canadian government-funded programme. The programme aims to enhance the capability and resilience of key Jordanian security entities to protect the stability of Jordan from threats related to terrorism and transnational organised crime, while ensuring a gender-sensitive approach. 

The role is responsible for implementing the project’s MEAL plan and associated tools, conducting data collection, analysis, and interpretation, and producing high-quality MEAL outputs. These activities support evidence-based decision-making and enable continuous learning and adaptive management throughout the programme. 

What you'll be doing

• Be the focal point for project MEAL activities in line with the agreed MEAL plan to ensure ARK and the donor (Canada) can track the effectiveness and efficiency of delivery, identify lessons, implement project changes in response to emerging evidence and learning, and meet all reporting requirements.   
• Maintain and update the relevant MEAL plan and tools as required, in collaboration with relevant MEAL colleagues. The remit will encompass the Theory of Change, Logical Framework, indicator list, data collection tools and instruments, reporting schedule and any other MEAL-related donor requirements.  
• Manage the data collection, knowledge management and analysis of data consistent with ARK guidelines.  
• Create and deliver MEAL trainings and provide ongoing support to the relevant Jordanian partners where required on the use of MEAL tools.  
• Quality-assure all collected data on performance indicators (timeliness, accuracy, validity, reliability, integrity, completeness) including by conducting field visits to delivery locations.   
• Be the focal point for internal and external communication of findings from project activities by collecting, analysing, visualising, and sharing data in appropriate and utilisation-focused formats based on the nature of the data request.  
• Conduct key informant interviews, focus group interviews, needs assessments, surveys, baseline and endline assessments as required.  
• Manage, facilitate and support the work of the Third-Party Monitor (TPM).  
• Manage and store all project data in secure locations.  
• Update the quarterly and annual progress reports, aggregating data and findings across programme components. Identify opportunities for contributing to and support the creation of other relevant reports and publications using project data and findings. 

Requirements

Essential:  

• Circa 5 years relevant work experience.  
• Proven experience of using social science, mixed-methods research/data collection methodologies.   
• Knowledge of Monitoring & Evaluation Tools, Techniques and Approaches.  
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and analyse, and present information from datasets.   
• Genuine curiosity for ongoing learning, including appreciation of the value-add of qualitative data.   
• Ability to remain objective under pressure, dedication to evidence-driven progress.  
• Strong, diplomatic interpersonal and communication skills.  
• Well organised, and able to manage multiple tasks.  
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision but skilled and enthusiastic in collaborating and coordinating with other project staff and partners.  
• Demonstrate integrity, and professionalism with regard to monitoring and evaluation   
• Full professional fluency in English and Arabic.  

Desirable:  

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of social sciences e.g. International Development, International Relations, Political Science, Sociology, Anthropology or Area Studies. A Masters degree preferred.  
• Experience delivering projects for governmental organisations.  
• Experience in the monitoring and evaluation of security assistance programmes.   
• Understanding of and genuine belief in the importance of gender mainstreaming, conflict-sensitivity and Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP) in the international development context.  
• Interest in / experience of working with initiatives involving social norms change. 

Benefits

Why join ARK?  

• Impactful Work: Your expertise will directly impact the lives of those in need.  
• Global Reach: Collaborate with international experts and local stakeholders.  
• Innovation: Engage in pioneering solutions for sustainable change.  
• Career Growth: Expand your horizons with varied projects and challenges.  

Our People  

Our team covers a diverse range of professional backgrounds, from diplomacy, humanitarian, development and the military, to the UN, civil society groups, multilateral organizations, journalism and the private sector.  

Smart: We think deeply about things. We’re proud of our institutional knowledge and our grounding in rigorous research, which we use to make informed decisions.   

Humble: Our work leaves little room for pride or arrogance. Our operating environment is constantly evolving, and we recognize out limitations. We believe in and rely on the education and experiences of others while remaining quick to read, invite feedback, and ask sensible questions.   

Accountable: Each of us want ARK, its partners, and beneficiaries to succeed. This means taking initiative, assuming ownership when necessary and never giving up on our beneficiaries. We are committed and accountable, to both our donors and the communities we serve.   

Collegiate: We know we are stronger together and that every contribution counts. We trust each other and always support each other.   

Outspoken: We tackle diverse challenges, and we always want to find the best solution to a problem. We aren’t afraid to share our opinions, and we want to hear those of others too.   

ARK Group is an equal opportunity employer. We actively seek a diverse applicant pool and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. ARK Group does not discriminate on the basis of ability, age, gender identity or expression, national origin, race and ethnicity, religious beliefs or sexual orientation. We welcome all kinds of diversity. ARK Group places human dignity at the center of its development and stabilization work and is this committed to the protection from sexual exploitation and abuse of children and adults. All ARK Group employees and related personnel are expected to share this commitment and only those who also uphold these values will be recruited as part of our team. This vacancy is therefore subject to a range of due diligence checks.