MEAL Assistant - Local Hire

Location: Gaza Strip, Palestine, State of. Project HOPE is an international NGO with more than 1,000 engaged employees and volunteers who work around the globe, responding to the world’s most pressing global health challenges. Throughout our 65-year legacy, Project HOPE has treated millions of patients, provided more than $3 billion worth of medicines to local health care organizations around the world, helped build hundreds of health programs from the ground up, and responded to humanitarian crises worldwide. It is our shared responsibility and obligation to treat each other with respect, take affirmative steps to prevent matters involving Sexual Exploitation & Abuse and Trafficking in Persons, and to disclose all potential and actual violations of our Code of Conduct, which may include Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption, Discrimination or Harassment. Together we can reinforce a culture of respect, integrity, accountability, and transparency. Program Summary Project HOPE is providing humanitarian assistance to the conflict-affected population in Gaza. The current response portfolio focuses on Health, Mental Health, Protection, and WASH programming through Project HOPE programs and local partnerships. Position Summary Reporting to the MEAL Officer, the MEAL Assistant supports data entry, monitoring activities, accountability systems, and field-based data collection. The role ensures accurate data management, organized documentation, and adherence to data protection standards to support Project HOPE’s emergency response in Gaza. This position is being advertised contingent upon award; while the recruitment process will proceed as part of organizational preparedness, no formal offer will be extended until funding is confirmed. Responsibilities Database Management Verify, clean, update, and maintain data in DHIS2, Kobo, or designated systems. Conduct regular backups and ensure organized archiving of documentation. Produce requested data summaries for team leaders. Participate in designing and preparing live and interactive dashboards for presenting progress using data from the field. Field Monitoring & Data Collection Conduct and support field visits according to MEAL workplans, systematically documenting observations in field reports and sharing key findings with program teams to inform project adjustments. Assist in collecting data for surveys, needs assessments, baselines, PDMs, and evaluations. Participate in data verification and quality assurance processes. Orient and support field staff in using data collection platforms effectively. Accountability Support Monitor and support Feedback and Complaints Mechanism (FCM/CFM). Conduct field visits to assess accessibility and effectiveness of FCM. Conduct sensitization sessions to inform community members about their rights and how to use the available feedback channels. Ensure project information (objectives, selection criteria, etc.) is shared in a timely and accessible manner. Organize and facilitate Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) and community meetings to gather qualitative feedback on project quality and satisfaction. Reporting & Documentation Compile project data accurately and timely. Support preparation of cluster progress reports. Maintain organized documentation in shared systems. Ensure alignment with Project HOPE MEAL minimum standards and SOPs. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in statistics, social sciences, business, or related field. 0-1 years of experience in data management or monitoring. Experience with digital data collection platforms is preferred. Strong attention to detail and data confidentiality awareness. Ability to work in fast-paced, high-pressure humanitarian environments. Fluency in Arabic and English. Physical Demands And Work Environment The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be mobile in an office environment and able to use standard office equipment. Must be able to communicate in verbal and written form and must be able to travel. Project HOPE employees may be required to travel or work in countries where working conditions are classified as “hardship.” Work Environment This position is based in Gaza. Given the current conflict conditions, candidate must be able to work in a rapidly changing environment. Travel for extended periods may be by air and/or other modes of transportation. Project HOPE employees may be required to travel or work in countries where working conditions are classified as “hardship.” #J-18808-Ljbffr