Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning (MEL) Officer

We are seeking an experienced, analytical, and reflective MEL Officer to design and implement a robust framework that tracks progress, captures impact, and facilitates knowledge sharing (Learning). This role ensures the project meets its goals while continuously integrating feminist principles into its measurement and accountability systems.

Job Type: Full Time (Temporal)

Duration: 3 Months (November 2025 to January 2026)

Core Function and Key Responsibilities

The core function is to design and implement the project’s MEL framework, focusing on tracking progress, capturing impact, and facilitating knowledge sharing, ensuring adherence to MEAL standards and feminist evaluation criteria.

Your responsibilities will be directly aligned with project and organizational needs:

• MEL System Design (MEAL Standards Alignment):
  • Lead the development and finalization of the Monitoring and Evaluation Plan, Logical Framework (LogFrame), and Indicator Performance Tracker, ensuring all are based on feminist principles (e.g., participatory, context-specific, power-aware) aligning with the project focus, and MEL framework designed.
  • Establish clear data collection protocols that prioritize ethical data management and respect the confidentiality and agency of participants.
• Training Evaluation (Activity 2):
  • Design and administer participatory feedback tools to measure the effectiveness, utility, and feminist alignment of the capacity-building workshops, focusing on meaningful change rather than just attendance.
• Learning and Feedback Mechanisms (Activity 4):
  • Lead the development of the Project Feedback Tool and the Project Best Practice Tool (Sub-Activity 4.1), prioritizing accessible and inclusive methodologies.
  • Co-facilitate the Project Monitoring and Learning session (Sub-Activity 4.2), and lead the capture, synthesis, and intersectional analysis of all session data to inform real-time adjustments.
• Reporting and Documentation (Activity 4):
  • Lead the comprehensive documentation, analysis, and feminist formatting of all monitoring and learning data into the Final Report (Sub-Activity 4.3).
  • Develop and submit detailed activity reports weekly and monthly to the Project Coordinator, clearly communicating data trends, learning insights, and recommendations for adaptation.

What We’re Looking For (Essential Skills & Experience)

(Note: We prioritize skill, passion, and lived experience over traditional ‘years of experience’ markers. If you have the ability to do the work, please apply.)

• Feminist MEL Experience: Demonstrated practical experience in designing and managing M&E systems, including LogFrames and Indicator Trackers, preferably within a social justice, gender equity, or development context.
• Analytical Acumen: Proven ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative data and translate complex findings into accessible, actionable insights and learning for diverse audiences.
• Tool Development: Proficiency in developing and administering participatory feedback tools that minimize bias and ensure the voices of marginalized groups are centered.
• Reporting and Communication: Excellent skills in technical writing, data visualization, and preparing clear, compelling reports for both internal learning and external accountability.
• Ethical Practice: A strong commitment to data ethics, privacy, and accountability within all MEL activities.

Nice-to-Have (Valued Assets)

• Lived experience relevant to the communities we serve.
• Experience working in a non-hierarchical or flat organizational structure.
• Familiarity with micro-soft word, excel, PowerPoint, google meet, zoom and internet search engines and email.

Compensation and Benefits

We believe in pay equity and transparency.

• Salary: based on experience and internal pay equity structure. We commit to negotiating within this stated range only.
• Health & Well-being: Generous mental health support
• Flexible Work: Flexible hours, clear boundaries around ‘on’ and ‘off’ time.
• Professional Development: Budget for training, mentorship opportunities

How to Apply (An Equitable Process)

We are committed to a hiring process that minimizes bias and focuses on skill and potential. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organisational need. If you are unable to complete our online application form due to any disability, please send an email hr@graciousgifters.org  GGF values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands.

1. Submit: Your CV/Resume with 02 references and a Cover Letter detailing your experience with feminist or social justice-aligned MEL frameworks, specifically how you ensure learning translates into organizational adaptation; and Photocopy of ID card (Combine all files as 1 PDF not more than 02 MB)
2. Deadline: 07th of November 2025 at 11:59pm
3. Send Applications to: jobs@graciousgifters.org or use the application form on the website.

Equity Commitment: We strongly encourage applications from individuals who are often underrepresented in the workforce, including but not limited to, women, people with disabilities, and individuals from economically marginalized backgrounds. We are happy to discuss and accommodate accessibility needs throughout the application and interview process.

About Gracious Gifters Foundation

At Gracious Gifters Foundation (GGF), we are committed in creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. GGF recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of religion, ethnicity, colour, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or other bias covered by appropriate law in Cameroon.  At Gracious Gifters, we believe that true systemic change requires an intersectional approach, fostering a workplace that is equitable, collaborative, and deeply respectful. We prioritize well-being, work-life balance, and continuous learning for every team member. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind.  Financial integrity is a cornerstone of our work. The Finance Officer plays a critical role in upholding transparency, accountability, and ethical resource use, ensuring every dollar supports our mission effectively and responsibly, fully aligned with our new feminist-aligned financial policy.

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🚫 NO FEES OR PAYMENTS ASKED: Gracious Gifters Foundation will NEVER ask candidates to make any payments (fees, deposits, or security funds) at any stage of the recruitment process. If you receive such a request, please disregard it and notify us immediately at info@graciousgifters.org

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Gracious Gifters Foundation