Senior Coordinator Jobs in Sudan – Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL)

Company: IRC (International Rescue Committee)
Location: Sudan
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning (MEAL)
Industry: NGO / Humanitarian / International Development
Experience Level: Senior Management / Coordinator Level

Job Overview

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is hiring an experienced and highly motivated Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Senior Coordinator to strengthen humanitarian programming and emergency response operations across Sudan.

Reporting directly to the Programs Director (PD) and technically supported by the Regional Measurement Advisor, the MEAL Senior Coordinator will lead the strategic direction, implementation, and strengthening of monitoring, evaluation, accountability, learning, and data management systems across IRC Sudan operations.

This position plays a critical leadership role in ensuring high-quality programming, data-driven decision-making, accountability to affected populations, and evidence-based humanitarian interventions aligned with IRC Strategy 100, emergency response plans, and country strategic priorities.

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About IRC Sudan

The IRC resumed operations in Sudan in November 2019 after re-registration in Khartoum. Since then, operations have expanded significantly due to increasing humanitarian needs driven by conflict, displacement, economic instability, refugee crises, and natural disasters.

Following the conflict escalation in April 2023, Sudan witnessed one of the world’s largest humanitarian crises, with:

• More than 10 million internally displaced people (IDPs)
• Over 1.5 million refugees displaced to neighboring countries

IRC currently implements humanitarian programs across multiple regions including:

• Gedaref
• Blue Nile
• White Nile
• River Nile
• South Kordofan
• Khartoum
• Al Jazera
• Port Sudan
• West Darfur
• North Darfur

Programs are delivered through direct and partner-led implementation modalities in sectors such as:

• Health & Nutrition
• WASH (Water, Sanitation & Hygiene)
• Child Protection (CP)
• Women’s Protection & Empowerment (WPE)
• Economic Recovery & Livelihoods

Key Job Description (JD)

Strategic Leadership & Partnership Management

The MEAL Senior Coordinator will:

• Lead the country-wide Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) strategy.
• Establish systems aligned with IRC Strategy 100, country strategic plans, and emergency response frameworks.
• Ensure strong MEAL structures across multiple sectors and field locations.
• Represent IRC in external forums, coordination meetings, and technical working groups.
• Build partnerships with local NGOs, government institutions, and humanitarian organizations.
• Promote evidence-based decision-making and program adaptation through quality data systems.
• Integrate cross-cutting priorities including:
  • Gender Equality
  • Safeguarding
  • Diversity, Equality & Inclusion
  • Disaster Risk Reduction
  • Protection Principles
  • Do No Harm approaches

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Technical Oversight & Monitoring Systems

Responsibilities include:

• Designing and strengthening MEAL frameworks throughout the project cycle.
• Developing:
  • Logical Frameworks (LogFrames)
  • MEAL Plans
  • Data Collection Tools
  • Client Feedback Systems
  • Data Quality Checks
  • Dashboards and Reporting Systems
• Leading baseline studies, endline surveys, evaluations, and research activities.
• Managing data collection, analysis, visualization, and reporting.
• Supporting accountability systems and client feedback mechanisms.
• Expanding digital data systems through:
  • Kobo Toolbox
  • CommCare
  • ODK Collect
  • Mobile Data Collection Platforms
• Promoting online dashboards and real-time data visualization.

Learning, Accountability & Program Quality

The successful candidate will:

• Ensure MEAL data improves learning and program quality.
• Facilitate evidence sharing and adaptive programming.
• Strengthen accountability systems for affected communities.
• Develop systems for beneficiary/client feedback and response mechanisms.
• Present findings through reports, dashboards, and strategic management meetings.

Human Resources & Team Leadership

The role includes:

• Supervising a medium-to-large MEAL team across multiple sectors and field locations.
• Leading recruitment and onboarding of MEAL staff, consultants, and technical experts.
• Coaching and mentoring staff and partner organizations.
• Developing training strategies and capacity-building plans.
• Conducting performance reviews and supporting professional growth.
• Building an inclusive, respectful, and collaborative work environment.

Educational Requirements

Applicants must possess:

Required Qualification:

• A University Degree in one of the following fields:
  • Statistics
  • Monitoring & Evaluation
  • Data Management
  • Social Sciences
  • Public Health
  • Economic Development
  • Or a related discipline

Equivalent technical qualifications with extensive relevant work experience may also be considered.

Experience Requirements

Candidates should have:

• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in:
  • Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)
  • MEAL Systems
  • Accountability & Learning
  • Humanitarian Programming
• Strong experience designing and managing multi-sector, multi-donor funded MEAL systems.
• Proven leadership experience in humanitarian or emergency response settings.
• Experience in:
  • Research and survey methodologies
  • Statistical analysis
  • Sampling methodologies
  • Data visualization and reporting
  • Capacity building and training
• Experience working in conflict-affected and fragile environments is highly preferred.

Technical Skills Required

Applicants must have strong expertise in:

• Microsoft Excel
• Kobo Toolbox
• CommCare
• ODK Collect
• SPSS
• STATA (or similar statistical software)

Additional advantages include knowledge of:

• Power BI
• Tableau
• GIS Software

Strong technical understanding of Client Feedback Systems and accountability mechanisms is considered a major advantage.

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Language Requirements

• Fluency in English (Written & Spoken) – Required

Salary & Benefits

Salary: Competitive and based on IRC salary scale, qualifications, technical expertise, and relevant humanitarian experience.

IRC offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Professional development and technical training
• Leadership and mentoring opportunities
• Gender-sensitive workplace policies
• Security and hardship support measures
• Parental leave benefits
• Disability accommodation support
• Career advancement opportunities in a global humanitarian organization

Training & Professional Development

The selected candidate will receive:

• Advanced MEAL systems training
• Capacity-building and mentoring support
• Exposure to IRC global standards and frameworks
• Emergency response and humanitarian coordination learning
• Leadership development opportunities

Working Environment

The role is based in a highly dynamic humanitarian environment impacted by conflict and displacement. Accessibility differs by region, and travel to field locations may be required depending on security conditions and operational needs.

Candidates must demonstrate:

• High adaptability
• Strong resilience
• Ability to work under pressure
• Flexibility in volatile operational settings

Professional Conduct & Compliance

All IRC employees are required to uphold IRC Way – Code of Conduct, including adherence to:

• Integrity, Service & Accountability principles
• Child Safeguarding policies
• Prevention of Exploitation and Abuse
• Anti-Harassment standards
• Fiscal Integrity policies
• Anti-Retaliation mechanisms
• Anti-Trafficking standards

Equal Opportunity Employer

IRC strongly encourages applications from:

• Women professionals
• Diverse and underrepresented candidates
• Persons with disabilities

The organization is committed to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, disability, age, nationality, marital status, or other protected characteristics.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply through IRC’s official recruitment platform. Applicants are encouraged to tailor their CV and cover letter to highlight relevant MEAL, humanitarian response, data management, accountability systems, monitoring & evaluation, and leadership experience for stronger consideration.