MEAL Advisor

CARE Canada is looking for a MEAL Advisor! 

ABOUT THE ROLE 

Reporting to the Senior Advisor, Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL), the MEAL Advisor role works closely with MEAL colleagues and project teams across CARE Canada and the wider CARE Confederation. The role provides technical guidance throughout the program cycle—from proposal development and MEAL design through implementation, evaluation, research, learning and results reporting. 

The role requires strong technical expertise in gender-responsive and feminist MEAL approaches, as well as the ability to translate complex evidence into practical insights that strengthen programming and inform decision-making. It also contributes to CARE Canada’s ongoing efforts to be recognized as a thought leader and partner of choice in monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning. In addition to core MEAL responsibilities, this role may have the opportunity to contribute to strategic climate-related work, including learning, innovation, research, and program support. 

WHAT YOU BRING  

• At least five years of experience in monitoring, evaluation and research within international development or humanitarian programming, including a minimum of two years of field-based or on-site experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of rigorous, gender-responsive monitoring, evaluation, research and learning methods, including both qualitative and quantitative approaches.
• Experience in results-based management and program development, including developing logic models or results chains, theories of change, indicators and detailed MEAL plans.
• Knowledge of results-measurement approaches related to resilience, climate adaptation, climate justice or systems change, along with an interest in applying these approaches within development and humanitarian programming.
• Demonstrated experience supporting Global Affairs Canada-funded projects, particularly in relation to results-based management. Awareness of evolving funding models and private-sector engagement—and their implications for results measurement, accountability and evidence generation—is also important. Experience working with other institutional donors is an asset.
• Experience using mobile data-collection platforms such as KoboToolbox, CommCare or ODK Collect.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience managing and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data using software such as SPSS, Stata, NVivo or Dedoose.
• Strong analytical and research skills, including the ability to synthesize large volumes of information, identify meaningful insights and communicate findings effectively through reports and data visualizations.
• A strong understanding of how MEAL supports organizational learning, accountability and management information, particularly through community feedback and accountability mechanisms.
• A proactive, flexible and adaptable working style, with the ability to navigate rapidly changing environments.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, meet tight deadlines and consistently produce high-quality work. 

WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU EXTRAORDINARY 

• Professional working proficiency in two or more of CARE working languages, including English, French, Spanish or Arabic.
• Credentialed evaluator with demonstrated experience in experimental studies (e.g. RCTs) or economic evaluation/value for money analysis
• Experience supporting impact-measurement initiatives and communicating outcomes that demonstrate the value and contribution of public, private, philanthropic or other donor investments in development and humanitarian programming.
• Experience in climate change, resilience or environmental sustainability.
• Experience applying monitoring, evaluation and learning approaches to innovative financing mechanisms, such as carbon markets, climate finance, blended finance, results-based financing or other emerging funding models.
• Experience in gender-based violence, protection or humanitarian programming. 
• Proximity to Ottawa to attend in-person meetings as required.

REQUIREMENTS  

Promote and maintain an organizational culture that advances gender equality, reduces power abuse and inequalities, and fosters trust and safety.  

Create an environment within CARE's workplaces, programming, and communities where CARE works that is free from sexual harassment, sexual abuse and sexual exploitation and child abuse (SHEA-CA).   

Ensure high standards of prevention and response measures for SHEA-CA are in place consistent with the CARE International (CI) Safeguarding Policy and Safeguarding Code of Conduct.  

WHAT WE OFFER  

• Starting salary between $ 83,577 - $ 88,936
• Comprehensive benefits package, providing family coverage for a wide range of services, including paramedical services, gender-affirming care, mental health support, and access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP). 
• Paid annual and wellness leave benefits
• Extended list of paid holidays, beyond provincial requirements
• December Office Closure (between December 24-January 1)
• Inclusive holiday policy
• Parental leave top-up
• Employer contributions to group pension plan beginning in 2nd Year; Optional participation in group RRSP 
• International and domestic travel opportunities
• Annual all-staff retreat 
• Learning and development opportunities and specialized training
• Flexible work hours to support employee wellbeing and productivity
• A focus on wellness and work-life balance
• Amazing colleagues who are very committed to CARE’s mission

HOW TO APPLY  

If you are someone who thrives on challenge, loves to be part of a dynamic team and are passionate about making a difference, then this opportunity is for you! Don’t think you check all the boxes? Reach out anyway – we would love to hear how your experience translates to this role!  

Please apply by September 11, 2026. Please note that resumes will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and the advertisement will be removed once a candidate has been identified.  We are only able to consider candidates who currently have the right to work in Canada.  

CARE Canada is committed to employment equity, welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified applicants. Recruitment-related accommodations for persons with disabilities are available on request. 

CARE Canada does not use artificial intelligence tools to screen, assess, or select applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. All application reviews and hiring decisions are conducted by our amazing people. AI tools may be used in drafting communication, editing or interview question sourcing from time to time.   

This posting is for a currently vacant role.