MEAL Trainee

About the Position

DRC Uganda is currently looking for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join our dynamic team as Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) Trainee.

The MEAL Trainee will support the MEAL Officer in implementation of Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) activities at field level. He/she will gain practical experience in data collection, data quality assurance, reporting, accountability mechanisms, and basic data analysis while supporting project teams to track progress and improve program quality.

Responsibilities

• Support routine field data collection activities using digital tools such as Kobo Collect.
• Assist in conducting assessments, surveys, and Post Distribution Monitoring.
• Participate in spot checks and routine data quality checks in the field.
• Assist in data entry, cleaning, compilation, and basic analysis using Excel or other data tools.
• Support preparation of weekly, monthly, and activity reports.
• Maintain organized filing systems for MEAL tools, reports, attendance sheets, and monitoring documents.
• Support collection and documentation of beneficiary feedback and complaints through established accountability channels.
• Collect and manage clients’ feedback and ensure that it generates evidence that informs the project.
• Participate in field monitoring visits and learning activities.
• Support documentation of success stories, lessons learned, and good practices.
• Support dissemination of monitoring findings and lessons to the program team.
• Perform any other MEAL-related duties assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Information Management, Data Science, Monitoring & Evaluation, or related field.
• Basic understanding of Monitoring and Evaluation concepts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong willingness to learn and work in a multi-cultural field work environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills: sensitivity and responsiveness to all partners, respectful and helpful relations with donors and project staff.
• Able to adhere to the vision, mission, strategic goals, values, and ethical standards of the DRC Uganda Program.
• Attention to detail, teamwork and collaboration, integrity and professionalism, willingness to learn, time management, and basic analytical skills.

Desirable

• Experience in mobile data collection using Kobo Collect.

We Offer

• Contract length: 3 months
• Designation of Duty Station: Imvepi
• Start date: October 2026

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for national employees; please refer to our website.

Application Process

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.

Closing date for applications: 14th October 2026

DRC does not solicit money for any part of its recruitment process. All recruitment is merit-based and follows HR best practices that are globally acceptable. Henceforth, should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it

About the Company

Founded in 1956, DRC Danish Refugee Council is Denmark’s largest, and a leading international NGO. We have continuously been ranked as one of the best NGOs in the world - and are one of the few with a specific expertise in forced displacement. In over 30 countries, we protect, advocate and build sustainable futures for refugees and other displacement-affected people and communities.

By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of over 6,000 employees. We pride ourselves on our:

• Professionalism, impact & expertise
• Humanitarian approach & the work we do
• Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution
• Culture, values & strong leadership
• Fair compensation & continuous development

DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process.

Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer and we consider all applicants based on individual merit and qualifications, regardless of personal characteristics or attributes. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce, aiming for a 50% balance of men and women in management roles and ensuring that at least 50% of management roles are filled by national staff. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive team is crucial for achieving our organizational goals and making a positive impact on the communities we serve.