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Internals Only Head of MEAL (Shared Services)
Job Location:
Job Location:
Amsterdam - Netherlands
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
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Posted:
28 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
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Application Deadline:
29 September 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Your mission
The Head of MEAL provides strategic leadership for War Childs Monitoring Evaluation Accountability and Learning (MEAL) function ensuring high-quality evidence learning and data systems that strengthen programme quality organisational accountability and evidencebased decisionmaking.
The role leads the development and operationalisation of War Childs global MEAL framework data strategy and quality assurance systems with a strong focus on EvidenceBased Methods (EBMs) Quality of Care (QoC) indicators and continuous learning. The Head of MEAL manages a global team of MEAL knowledge and data specialists supports country offices and partners through mutual capacity strengthening and positions MEAL as a core enabler of programme excellence scaling and localisation.
The role leads the development and operationalisation of War Childs global MEAL framework data strategy and quality assurance systems with a strong focus on EvidenceBased Methods (EBMs) Quality of Care (QoC) indicators and continuous learning. The Head of MEAL manages a global team of MEAL knowledge and data specialists supports country offices and partners through mutual capacity strengthening and positions MEAL as a core enabler of programme excellence scaling and localisation.
Position in War Child Alliance
Reports to (Solid/Management): | DirectorofQuality& Impact |
Reports to (Dotted/Functional): | n/a |
Department: | Quality & Impact |
Unit: | MEAL |
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(Operational)Scope: | Alliance Shared Services |
What you will do:
- Set and steward War Childs global MEAL knowledge and data strategy ensuring it drives programme quality organisational learning and evidencebased decisionmaking.
- Ensure effective implementation and continuous improvement of the Global MEAL Framework aligned with organisational strategy Theory of Change thematic priorities and EvidenceBased Methods (EBMs).
- Guarantee that MEAL systems enable accountability learning and adaptive management at global and country levels strengthening programme relevance and impact.
- Lead the integration of MEAL across the EBM portfolio ensuring consistent application of Quality of Care (QoC) indicators evidence standards and learning processes.
- Provide organisational oversight of evidence and QoC data ensuring consolidated analysis informs leadership review strategic direction and scaling decisions.
- Enable continuous adaptation localisation and scaleup of EBMs using MEAL evidence to guide improvement and contextual relevance.
- Uphold alignment with international MEAL and quality standards strengthening organisational credibility consistency and best practice.
- Provide authoritative technical leadership in MEAL knowledge and data guiding global country and partner teams to strengthen quality and coherence of practice.
- Ensure robust MEAL data governance and digital enablement safeguarding ethical secure and effective use of programme data while strengthening digital tools dashboards and insight generation.
- Build and lead a highperforming global MEAL function ensuring strong team leadership capacity strengthening across countries and partners and positioning War Child as a credible sector leader in evidence accountability and learning.
ROLE-SPECIFIC OR CONTEXT RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure MEAL systems serve organisational priorities across programming fundraising advocacy and accountability.
- Act as a strategic partner to senior leadership by translating complex MEAL data into actionable organisational insights.
- Support localisation by promoting proportional partnerappropriate MEAL approaches and mutual capacity strengthening.
- Embed accountability to children and communities through feedback mechanisms and learning loops.
- Align MEAL processes with donor requirements without compromising organisational learning priorities.
- Strengthen internal collaboration between MEAL Programme Quality R&D Advocacy Communications and Funding teams.
- Support organisational change processes by ensuring learning and evidence guide adaptation and decisionmaking.
- Represent War Child in global MEAL learning and accountability networks and initiatives.
- Promote a learning culture that values reflection curiosity and continuous improvement.
Your profile
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What we offer
- Location : We work with global teams with team members being based in different locations. War Child is currently operates in: Afghanistan the Central African Republic Colombia DR Congo Germany Jordan Lebanon the occupied Palestinian territory South Sudan Sweden Syria Uganda Ukraine (soon to be registered) and Yemen. We also have offices in the Netherlands and the United Kingdom. Preference is given to applicants who reside and have valid working permits. War Child does not offer relocation.
- Type of Contract : Local contract with salary and secondary labour conditions based on the in-country salary scale local T&Cs will apply.
- Internals only may apply.
Why You Should Apply
- Meaningful Impact :Contribute directly to improving the lives of children and families affected by conflict through quality education and long-term sustainable change.
- Professional Growth:Join a dynamic organisation that values learning innovation and professional development with opportunities for capacity building and growth through the role and War Childs global network.
- Global Reach :Play a key role in scaling a ground-breaking programme across multiple conflict-affected contexts worldwide.
- Collaborative & Inclusive Culture :Work alongside passionate mission-driven colleagues in a diverse inclusive and respectful workplace that prioritises safety fairness and equal opportunity for all.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their applications (CV and motivation letter in English) byJuly 102026. We are reviewing submissions on a rolling basis so early applications are strongly recommended.
By submitting your application you certify that all of the statements made in your application are true complete and correct and are made in good faith. You understand that falsifying misrepresenting or intentionally withholding information will be grounds for rejection of your application or withdrawal of any offer of appointment or if an appointment offer has been accepted this will be ground for employment sanctions such as but not limited to instant addition you understand that you need to submit a Criminal Record Certificate and that if you fail to submit it no employment relationship can be established.
Disclaimer
By submitting your application you certify that all of the statements made in your application are true complete and correct and are made in good faith. You understand that falsifying misrepresenting or intentionally withholding information will be grounds for rejection of your application or withdrawal of any offer of appointment or if an appointment offer has been accepted this will be ground for employment sanctions such as but not limited to instant addition you understand that you need to submit a Criminal Record Certificate and that if you fail to submit it no employment relationship can be established.
Disclaimer
- Only applications received via our website are processed.
- If we appoint a suitable candidate before the given closing date we reserve the right to remove the vacancy from our website before that such a case any responses received after that time are not processed.
- It could be that during our selection process the closing date for the vacancy is extended. If so and you have not yet heard from us your application will remain active.
About us
The War Child Allianceis an international non-governmental organization committed to providing psychosocial support child protection youth empowerment programming and quality education to the children affected by armed conflict. We implement evidence-based interventions to empower key stakeholdersincluding governments educators caregivers and communitiesto foster childrens wellbeing education and work with global teams with team members being based in different locations. War Child is currently operates in: Afghanistan the Central African Republic Colombia DR Congo Germany Jordan Lebanon the occupied Palestinian territory South Sudan Sweden Syria Uganda Ukraine (soon to be registered) and Yemen. We also have offices in the Netherlands and the United Kingdom.
Learn more about War Child and our programmes and Integrity
Our work with children and at-risk adults to keep them safe is the most important thing we do. We are committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults in all areas of our work. We have zero tolerancefor any behaviours and practices that puts children and/or vulnerable adults at risk of abuse and/or harm. All (prospective) employees will be expected to be compliant with and sign up to our Child Safeguarding policy our Code of Conduct and PSEA: Adults at Risk Policy. You can find the Child Safeguarding and Adults at Risk policy here: Integrity & Safeguarding - Home
Justice Equity Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) and Belonging (DEIB)
We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to ensuring that all our people and job applicants are treated fairly irrespective of where what or whom they were born or of other characteristics. We want to offer a safe and inclusive workplace where all our people especially those who are currently marginalised or underrepresented can be themselves at work. If you have any questions about our commitment to Justice Equity Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) and Belonging (DEIB)do get in touch:
Learn more about War Child and our programmes and Integrity
Our work with children and at-risk adults to keep them safe is the most important thing we do. We are committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults in all areas of our work. We have zero tolerancefor any behaviours and practices that puts children and/or vulnerable adults at risk of abuse and/or harm. All (prospective) employees will be expected to be compliant with and sign up to our Child Safeguarding policy our Code of Conduct and PSEA: Adults at Risk Policy. You can find the Child Safeguarding and Adults at Risk policy here: Integrity & Safeguarding - Home
Justice Equity Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) and Belonging (DEIB)
We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to ensuring that all our people and job applicants are treated fairly irrespective of where what or whom they were born or of other characteristics. We want to offer a safe and inclusive workplace where all our people especially those who are currently marginalised or underrepresented can be themselves at work. If you have any questions about our commitment to Justice Equity Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) and Belonging (DEIB)do get in touch:
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Director
About Company
The War Child Alliance is an international non-governmental organization committed to providing psychosocial support, child protection, youth empowerment programming and quality education to the children affected by armed conflict. We implement evidence-based interventions to empower ... View more
