MEAL & Compliance Expert

About the Hariri Foundation (HF)

The Hariri Foundation for Sustainable Human Development is a Lebanese non-governmental organization with special consultative status in the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). Tha Hariri Foundation is dedicated to sustainable development across various sectors, including Education & Training, Public Health, Community Support, Urban Development, and Environment & Agriculture. HF operates in partnership with stakeholders to promote citizen engagement, social cohesion, and community resilience.

Overview

The Hariri Foundation for Sustainable Human Development is currently seeking a highly skilled and dedicated MEAL and Compliance Expert to join its team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing a comprehensive Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) system on a multiple project basis, identifying vulnerability criteria within project contexts, and linking project outcomes to relevant Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Additionally, the MEAL and Compliance Expert will play a crucial role in ensuring adherence to all relevant compliance standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Vulnerability Criteria Identification

Conduct a vulnerability assessment within project areas.

Identify key vulnerability criteria relevant to the organization's projects.

Integrate vulnerability criteria into the MEAL system for targeted analysis.

Linkage to SDGs

Review current and potential project outcomes.

Identify SDGs aligned with the organization's mission and projects.

Develop a framework to measure and report on the organization's contribution to selected SDGs.

Compliance Operations

Manage the systems developed

Perform recurrent evaluations and submit reports

Deliverables

Provide a detailed report with list of expected deliverables, including:

MEAL system documentation

Vulnerability criteria report

SDG linkage framework

International mechanisms used

Training materials and sessions

Qualifications

Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Monitoring and Evaluation, Compliance, Development Studies).

Minimum of 7 years of experience in MEAL and compliance roles within the development sector.

Strong understanding of vulnerability criteria, social impact assessment, and Sustainable Development Goals.

Familiarity with compliance standards and regulations in the development sector.

Proficiency in using MEAL software and tools.

Excellent communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills.

Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team and cross-functional environment.