MONITORING, EVALUATION, ACCOUNTABILITIES & LEARNINGS (MEAL) OFFICER

Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI); Makati; On-site; PHP 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) is seeking an experienced MEAL Officer in Makati, Philippines. The role focuses on measuring outcomes, ensuring data quality, and driving learning across social development programs.

You will design MEAL systems, collect and analyze performance data, and collaborate with program teams to foster continuous improvement and accountability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Social Sciences, Community Development or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in monitoring, evaluation or impact assessment in social development.
• Strong knowledge of M&E methodologies and data management.
• Familiarity with digital MEAL tools and systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with diverse communities and teams.

Responsibilities

• Designs and implements MEAL plans, frameworks, and procedures.
• Develops data collection tools aligned with program indicators.
• Collects, analyzes, and interprets program data to measure impact.
• Ensures timely maintenance, reporting, and dissemination of performance data.
• Conducts field visits and beneficiary interviews for data validation.
• Manages feedback mechanisms and supports accountability initiatives.
• Documents lessons learned and builds organizational learning.
• Provides training and coaching to strengthen MEAL capabilities.
• Collaborates with teams to integrate MEAL into planning.
• Provides data-driven insights to improve program design.
• Prepares and reviews budgets within authorized limits.
• Supervises MEAL staff.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data interpretation

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Development / related field

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

Digital MEAL tools

Job description

MONITORING, EVALUATION, ACCOUNTABILITIES & LEARNINGS (MEAL) OFFICER Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines 3 - 5 Years Probationary

Job Description

The MEAL Officer is responsible for measuring,monitoring, and demonstrating the outcomes and impact of BPI Foundation'ssocial development programs through the timely collection, analysis, andmanagement of program performance data. The role ensures that monitoring,evaluation, accountability, and learning (MEAL) systems, processes, andinsights support effective program implementation and continuous improvement.

Main Accountabilities

• Designs and implements monitoring, evaluation, accountability, andlearning (MEAL) plans, frameworks, and procedures
• Develops and maintains effective data collection tools and systemsaligned with program indicators
• Collects, validate, analyzes, and interprets program data to measureoutputs, outcomes, and impact
• Ensures accurate and timely maintenance, reporting, and dissemination ofprogram performance information
• Conducts field visits, beneficiary interviews, and data validationactivities to ensure data quality and integrity
• Manages beneficiary and partner feedback mechanisms and supports accountability initiatives
• Documents lessons learned, best practices, and program insights tostrengthen organizational learning
• Builds the monitoring and evaluation capabilities of program teamsthrough training and coaching
• Collaborates closely with program teams to integrate MEAL processes intoprogram planning and implementation
• Provides data-driven insights and recommendations to improve programdesign and effectiveness
• Prepares and reviews budgets and oversees requests and payment approvalswithin authorized limits
• Supervises and provides leadership to MEAL staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Social Sciences, Community Development,Social Development, or a related field; a four-year college degree is required
• At least 3 years of experience in monitoring, evaluation, outcomesmeasurement, or impact assessment within social development, nonprofit, orcommunity-based programs
• Strong knowledge of monitoring and evaluation methodologies, impactmeasurement, Theory of Change, and social development program management
• Familiarity with digital MEAL tools, systems, and data managementprocesses
• Knowledge of risk management principles and practices
• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and other relevantdigital tools
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Demonstrated leadership and stakeholder management abilities
• Ability to work effectively with diverse communities, partners, andcross-functional teams
• Adaptable, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities in adynamic environment
• Passion for social impact and serving underserved communities, with astrong sense of responsibility and integrity