MEAL OFFICER

Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI); Makati; On-site; PHP 446,000 - 670,000; Full time

Job summary

Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) Foundation seeks a Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Officer to evidences outcomes and demonstrate impact of social development programs through timely collection, analysis, and management of performance data.

The role designs MEAL plans, sets up data systems, performs field validation, and leads MEAL staff to ensure program indicators are met and results are reported with high accuracy.

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree required in a related field such as Business, Social Science, or Community Development
• At least 3 years of experience in social development program monitoring, evaluation, outcomes measurement, and impact assessment
• Knowledge of MEAL frameworks and practices for social development programs
• Familiarity with digital MEAL tools, systems and processes
• Knowledge of program management, risk management and results-based management
• Knowledge of Theory of Change and results-based program management
• Strong monitoring, evaluation, and data management skills
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint; ability to use digital MEAL tools
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail skills
• Leadership and stakeholder management abilities
• Motivation to contribute to underserved communities and social development
• Able to work with urgency, accountability and professionalism
• Ability to build relationships across levels of the organization and community
• Creative, dynamic, and team-oriented mindset
• Well-organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Adaptable to fast-paced environments

Responsibilities

• Designs and implements monitoring and evaluation plans and procedures
• Sets up data collection systems aligned with program indicators
• Gathers and analyzes data on outputs, outcomes and impact
• Ensures timely data maintenance and reporting of results
• Conducts fieldwork and interviews for data validation and quality assurance
• Captures and responds to beneficiary and partner feedback
• Provides capacity building for MEAL techniques and tools
• Works with program teams to align MEAL plans with management
• Contributes to program design and improvements based on MEAL findings
• Prepares and reviews budgets and requests based on approvals
• Leads MEAL staff and activities

Skills

MEAL frameworks

data management

analytical skills

leadership

stakeholder management

oral and written communication

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

creative problem solving

attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/ Social Science/ Community Development

Tools

Microsoft Copilot

digital MEAL tools

Job description

The Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability And Learning (Meal) Officer is primarily responsible for evidencing outcomes and demonstrating the impact of BPI Foundation’s social development programs through the timely and accurate collection, generation, analysis, measurement, and management of program performance data.

Core Responsibilities

• Designs and implements monitoring and evaluation plans and procedures
• Sets up appropriate tools and data collection systems that are accurate, user-friendly, and aligned with program indicators to track program performance
• Gathers, assesses, analyzes, and measures data on project outputs, outcomes, and impact
• Ensures timely data maintenance and reporting of program results
• Conducts field work and interviews with beneficiaries for data validation and quality assurance
• Captures and responds to feedback from beneficiaries and partners
• Provides capacity building for program teams on monitoring and evaluation techniques and tools
• Works closely with program teams to ensure alignment of MEAL plans and procedures with program management
• Contributes to program design and improvements based on MEAL findings and insights
• Prepares and reviews budgets and approves requests and payments based on approval limits
• Leads MEAL Staff

Qualifications

• With at least a four-year college degree, preferably in Business, Social Science, Community Development, or related disciplines
• At least three (3) years of experience in social development program monitoring, evaluation, outcomes measurement, and impact assessment
• Knowledge of social development monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning (MEAL) frameworks and practices
• Knowledge of digital MEAL tools, systems, and processes
• Knowledge of social development program management
• Knowledge of risk management principles and practices
• Knowledge of Theory of Change and results-based program management
• Knowledge of commercial AI tools, including Microsoft Copilot
• Strong program monitoring, evaluation, and data management skills
• Above-average oral and written communication skills
• Proficient in MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, and digital MEAL tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Motivated to help underserved communities and contribute to social development initiatives
• Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency, accountability, and responsibility
• Possesses high ethical standards and professionalism
• Able to build effective relationships and engage with stakeholders across different levels of the organization and community
• Creative, dynamic, and results-oriented
• Collaborative team player
• Well-organized and able to manage multiple priorities
• Adaptable to change and capable of handling challenges in a fast-paced environment