MEAL Assistant
Ngo & Social Services Jobs
- CARE International in Zimbabwe
- Expires 23 Sep 2025
- Mwenezi
- Full Time
Job Description
CARE is a leading humanitarian organization dedicated to fighting poverty and social injustice
with a special emphasis on women and girls. CARE began working in Zimbabwe in 1992 in
response to severe regional drought and has since expanded programming to address longer- term development issues. The organization seeks to recruit outstanding candidates who are known for their excellence, professionalism, integrity and who are committed to providing
support to the country office. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply for the position
posted below:
Position: MEAL ASSISTANT
Base Station: MWENEZI
Deadline: 23 September 2025
About the Role
CARE Zimbabwe is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive MEAL Assistant to support a
project focused on building resilience and enhancing food security for drought-affected
smallholder farmers. This role is critical in implementing Monitoring, Evaluation,
Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) activities that promote climate-smart, integrated, and sustainable farming practices. The ideal candidate will have strong data management skills, experience in community engagement, and a passion for empowering vulnerable groups including women and youth.
Duties and Responsibilities
What You’ll Be Doing
The MEAL Assistant role entails:
Program Implementation
• Develop and submit an Individual Operating Plan aligned with the project’s overall
goals.
• Support community mobilization and participant registration.
• Validate and verify participant eligibility and maintain accurate digital records.
Monitoring, Learning and Reporting
• Assist in establishing help desks and monitoring accountability issues.
• Collect and consolidate data from post-distribution surveys and other field activities.
• Provide technical support on MEAL systems to project staff and stakeholders.
• Compile and submit district-level statistical reports
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants should have
A bachelor’s degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Statistics, Data Analytics, Development Studies, or a related field.
Experience:
3–5 years of practical experience in MEAL, preferably within development or resilience-
building projects.
Skills & Competencies:
• Strong knowledge of Climate-Smart Agriculture and integrated farming systems.
• Experience in training, community mobilization, and participatory approaches.
• Proficiency in data collection, validation, and analysis using various tools.
• Excellent communication skills in English and local languages.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving mindset.
Why Join Us?
At CARE Zimbabwe, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team working to uplift vulnerable
communities. We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional
growth, and the chance to contribute to impactful, sustainable development initiatives.
How to Apply
Application Process
If you are passionate about people and culture and want to make a difference, please submit your resume and cover letter. Click here to upload your CV by 23 September 2025. We look forward to your application!
