Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) Intern

Position Summary

Under the overall supervision and guidance of the DM&E Specialist, the intern will provide support to the MEAL team in various projects by assisting in research, design, monitoring and evaluation, and organizational learning efforts of Search projects conducted in Lebanon meets the quality requirements, delivers on time and that organizational learning is captured.

The intern must be available to work 25-30 hours per week and must commit to 6 months.

Internship Schedule:

From Monday to Friday

From 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Internship Stipend: Net USD 250 per month

Reports to: DM&E Specialist

Working relationships: Works closely with the DM&E Specialist and colleagues from other projects and departments

Roles and Responsibilities

Key Area 1: Participate in the development of the system for data collection,  data entry and reporting formats and suggest ways to facilitate data collection and flow of data within the team.

Key Area 2: Undertake data collection and field monitoring as required to conduct household interviews, phone interviews, pre/post testing, satisfaction surveys, focus group discussions, and community visits

Key Area 3: Contribute to the design, development, and management of databases, spreadsheets and other data tools; understand, document, and ensure the quality of high-value data for accuracy, consistency, and comparability; consolidate operational information as needed to support analysis.

Key Area 4: Support in the facilitation of Reflection Sessions and assist project managers in identifying and synthesizing good practices and lessons learned

Key Area 5: Ensure that data collected through project activities is properly entered and shared with the M&E Specialist for storage in a central database/folder per project.

Key Area 6: Maintain and regularly update MEAL  folder in Google Drive

Key Area 7: Effectively communicate with the M&E Specialist for any issues related to the projects.

Required Profile

Minimum Qualifications:

BA (completed or in progress) in Business Administration, Statistics, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, International Relations, Conflict Resolution, Peacebuilding, or any relevant field of study or equivalent experience;

Commitment to peacebuilding, human rights, gender equality and non-discrimination;

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in working with civil society organizations, charity and/or project management is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic are mandatory.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Self-starter, able to work independently, and willing to take on tasks small and large

Competency Behavior Indicators

• Engages effectively with collaborators and team members.
• Builds relationships. May participate in external meetings.
• Relates well to colleagues and to all levels of managers; works cooperatively and effectively across teams.
• Participates in active listening and is receptive to learning.
• With close supervision and direction from the supervisor, researches and compiles materials for team documents, briefing materials, and presentations.
• Appreciates multicultural teamwork
• Has knowledge of and respect for the organization’s values and norms.
• Obtains essential information for a task or project.
• Organizes information or materials for others.
• Is resourceful and uses Search’s technology to support efficiency for self and team members.
• Safeguarding: Remain alert and responsive to any safeguarding risks, acquire relevant knowledge and skills that will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices, understand the safeguarding policy and procedures, and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with the Safeguarding Policy.