Asst. Manager – Programme Operations (Project Coordination & MEAL)

Balrakshabharat; India; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Bal Raksha Bharat (BRB) invites applications for the role of Assistant Manager- MEAL to lead Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning activities for the Samagra Vikas initiative in Rohat block, Pali, Rajasthan. The role requires strong data handling, documentation, and collaboration with project teams and external partners.

You will develop MEAL Plans, MIS tools, and in-project study tools, support field teams, and ensure data quality and timely reporting to strengthen evidence-based

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in statistics, developmental studies, population studies, information science, social studies, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant work experience in MEAL or RBMS frameworks.
• Fluency in English and local language; excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop MEAL plans and tools aligned with BRB strategy.
• Lead data collection, analysis, and reporting to ensure data quality.
• Coordinate external evaluations and research studies.
• Train field staff in MEAL activities and WHO/BRB standards.
• Prepare project monthly, quarterly, and annual reports with lessons learned.
• Ensure MIS updates across projects and support knowledge sharing.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Coordination

Planning

Monitoring

Education

Postgraduate degree in statistics or related field

Tools

STATA

SPSS

MS Office

Job description

Job ID - 1077

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title

G Department

Programme Operations Reporting to

Rohat Block in Pali, Rajasthan Contract duration

3 years

About Bal Raksha Bharat

Bal Raksha Bharat (also known as Save the Children) is India's leading independent child rights organisation. It is a member of Save the Children movement that operates globally with the mission to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and achieve immediate and lasting changes in their lives. We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

• No child dies from preventable causes before their fifth birthday
• All children learn from a quality basic education and
• Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We run programmes in the remotest corners of India and urban areas in the areas of Health & Nutrition, Education, Child Protection and Livelihood & Economic Wellbeing in order to facilitate quality education, healthcare and protection from harm and abuse and life-saving aid during emergencies to children.

Role Purpose

Bal Raksha Bharat (BRB) is initiating a holistic development project, “Samagra Vikas”, focusing on developing model villages. The initiative integrates interventions across Health & Nutrition, Livelihood, Education, Financial Inclusion, Social Protection, and Social & Behaviour Change Communication (SBCC). The intervention attempts to develop and demonstrate the efficacy of a holistic development project by developing model villages. This would be based on a robust MIS system and demands thorough documentation, reflections and dissemination of the processes and learnings generated throughout the project period.

Bal Raksha Bharat (BRB) is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Assistant Manager- MEAL for the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning domain, reporting to the Project Lead / Head of the PIU (Programme Implementation Unit) and collaborating closely with the project implementing teams and thematic/technical support teams.

The Assistant Manager- Project Coordination & MEAL will support the design, implementation, and maintenance of project M&E, and Knowledge Management Systems aligning with BRB’s Goals, Programme Strategy & Result Frameworks. This role requires strong coordination, communication, and analytical skills to facilitate programme system practice strengthening, knowledge sharing, collaboration, and learning among our teams, with a deeper understanding of data around themes of Health & Nutrition (H&N), Education, Child Protection, Economic Well‑being programs, and Child Cantered Disaster Risk Reduction (CCDRR). With support from the National MEAL team, the role holder will develop MEAL Plans, Project MIS Tools, in-project Study Tools, etc. The role holder will also support project managers, with support from the NSO MEAL team, in third-party research & studies with ToR development, Review of Tools, Training Plans, draft reports, and assist with MIS process & quality monitoring. S/He will ensure quality in the programmatic deliverables’ aspects of project implementation in all the thematic areas through utilizing Monitoring, Evaluation and Data Management Tools, Knowledge and Skills to ensure that the project is implemented effectively and evidence generation against the targeted outcomes of the project is accomplished and also contributes towards proper documentation and learning management in the project.

The ideal candidate must have an aptitude for extensive data handling, research, story‑telling, and capacity building. This role is based in Rohat block, Pali, and reports to the Project Lead.

SCOPE OF ROLE

Reports to: Head – Project Lead Staff Reporting to This Post: None Budget Responsibilities: No

Role Dimensions: The Role Holder will actively collaborate with:

• Project Lead to understand the donor and internal commitments & expectations.
• National MEAL Leads and Thematic Leads - to understand associated technical aspects, seek guidance in the MEAL system designing & integration in the project, and seek validation.
• Project Team in the field- to deliver the M&E-related expectations regarding system practice, quality data, and evidence gathering for authenticity, accuracy, reliability, etc.
• Donor Representatives / External Stakeholders- to understand the external compliance requirements and expectations.

The Role Holder drives the agenda of quality programme implementation through MIS setting up, practice and analysis to continuously evaluate the programme implementation strategy & delivery performance.

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY

MEAL:

• Develop an understanding of the BRB’s programme strategy, goals, and projects to strengthen the comprehensive Impact evidence building and harvesting.
• Assist project leads with PRIME usage for Log frame & DIP filling and progress reporting.
• Lead in MEAL system design, pilot, and rollout in assigned projects aligning with BRB strategy & donor commitments/ reporting requirements under the guidance of the Project Lead / PIU Head, with the support of NSO MEAL Focal and the thematic team.
• Train field staff and volunteers in conducting field-based MEAL activities.
• Conduct Supportive Supervision and ensure quality data are collected on paper and/or via digital MEAL tools on a timely basis and managed properly.
• Review data inputted into the database for quality assurance. Conduct periodic reviews of programme data and suggest course corrections.
• Lead in simple analyses and reflective discussions on ongoing monitoring data. Contribute and share initial findings and field-based insights to project discussions.
• Plan and undertake research studies for evidence-based programming.
• Communicate key project information and results with community members and colleagues.
• Share insights and perspectives based on observations and interactions with community members, colleagues and stakeholders.
• Ensure MIS is updated across assigned projects and assist NSO MEAL Focals in periodic system performance reviews.
• Support the line manager in organisation MEAL strategy & quality delivery management.
• Supports field-level implementation of community feedback mechanisms under the guidance of Project Lead.

Coordination & Communication:

• Coordinate all External Evaluation & Research Studies in projects for evidence-based programming.
• Monitor project compliance and communicate results to project leadership for action.
• Liaison with the PMU team to ensure compliance with donor & BRB MEAL requirements.
• Support field-level implementation project teams with feedback mechanisms.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Prepare project-level monthly, quarterly, and annual reports and share them with the Project Lead(s). Assist with review activities that align with donor commitments, external stakeholder expectations, and BRB Management requirements within TAT.
• Facilitate the Field Team in collecting quality (accurate, correct, and true) data, compiling it, and timely submitting all required reports.

Context: Development

Behaviours (Values in Practice)

• Accountability: Takes responsibility for delivering results efficiently and transparently.
• Ambition: Sets high goals and demonstrates commitment to achieving them.
• Collaboration: Builds and maintains effective relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Creativity: Innovates and adapts to deliver impactful solutions.
• Integrity: Upholds ethical standards and organizational values.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Postgraduate degree in statistics, developmental studies, population studies, information science, social studies, or a related field.
• Any other relevant certifications are a plus.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• At least 3-5 years of experience relevant to job responsibilities, after relevant minimum qualification.
• Excellent verbal, written, and communication skills, fluency in the local language & English.
• Good command of data analytics and statistical software like STATA, SPSS, Etc.
• Handled impact assessments and tool designing.
• Experienced in social development program designs, MEAL & RBMS frameworks.
• Experience in large data handling, processing, statistical analysis, interpretation, and analytical report generation.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Large data handling, complex statistical analysis, data interpretation & presentation skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Sound understanding of MEAL & RBMS frameworks and tools.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent planning, facilitation, and monitoring skills.
• Excellent knowledge of STATA/SPSS, and office IT packages: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work in the project localities, away from metro cities.
• Willingness to work on irregular hours when the job dictates (such as for events, emergency response times, etc.)
• Being the Voice of Children: Utilises being part of a global movement to promote change in the policy and public sphere on child related issues
• Advancing Equality & Inclusion: Drives an enabling environment for gender equality and inclusion, and prioritising the most deprived and marginalised children
• Builds & Strengthens Partnerships: Inspires others to embrace the values and principles that underpin partnerships and the localisation agenda
• Child Rights: Promotes the rights of children in own work and in work with colleagues and peers

Additional job responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the role holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience.

Child Safeguarding

We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

SAFEGUARDING (Please remove whichever is not applicable)

Level 2: Either the role holder will have access to personal data about children and/or young people as part of their work; or they will be working in a ‘regulated’ position (Finance, Monitoring & Evaluation, Legal, etc.); therefore, a police check will be required.

Safeguarding our Staff

The post holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the BRB’s anti-harassment policy.

Bal Raksha Bharat aims to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applications irrespective of age, race, colour, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion, belief or creed. Women candidates are encouraged to apply.