About the opportunity
The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking a Project Officer (Monitoring and Evaluation) to provide technical assistance to the National School Feeding Secretariat (NSFS) within the Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education (MBSSE) in Sierra Leone. The role focuses on establishing a nationally owned, digitized, and sustainable M&E system to improve the delivery of the National School Feeding Programme, which targets approximately one million children. This initiative, funded by the European Union, aims to enhance data collection, management, and evidence-based decision-making to help the government achieve universal school feeding by 2030.
Salary and benefits
- Attractive compensation package (refer to Terms and Conditions of the vacancy announcement).
- Inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
- Investment in personal and professional development through training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and internal mobility opportunities.
Who can apply?
- University degree in monitoring and evaluation, statistics, data science, information systems, education, social sciences, development studies, public administration, or another relevant field (Advanced degree is an advantage).
- At least three years of relevant professional experience in monitoring and evaluation, data management, digital data collection, programme monitoring, reporting, or related technical functions.
- Demonstrated experience developing M&E tools, indicators, reporting templates, data quality assurance processes, and analytical reports.
- Practical experience with digital data collection platforms such as ODK, KoboToolbox, or similar tools (Required).
- Strong skills in data cleaning, analysis, and presentation using tools such as Excel, Power BI, Tableau, SPSS, Stata, R, or similar applications.
- Fluency in English (Required).
- Experience working with government institutions, UN agencies, NGOs, education programmes, school feeding, food security, nutrition, or social protection programmes (Desirable).
Required documents
- CV
- Cover Letter
When to apply
- Deadline for applications: 8 September 2026, 23:59 GMT (Freetown).
How to apply
- Ensure your Workday profile is accurate and complete, including employment history, academic qualifications, and language skills.
- Submit your application exclusively through the WFP online recruiting system.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Professionals with at least three years of experience in monitoring and evaluation, data management, or digital data collection platforms like ODK or KoboToolbox.
- Candidates holding a university degree in M&E, statistics, data science, education, or related social sciences fields.
- Individuals interested in an international, multicultural work environment focused on public administration and educational support.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role is on-site in Freetown, Sierra Leone, meaning relocation to the host country is required.
- Exact salary figures are not explicitly listed in the stored text and must be verified through the official vacancy announcement terms.
- Applicants must ensure their Workday profile is fully updated with academic qualifications and language skills before applying.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This contract serves professionals looking to build impactful international development experience by collaborating directly with government institutions and UN agencies on national-scale food and education programs.
Our take
Data and M&E professionals with relevant field experience who are prepared for an on-site assignment in Sierra Leone should apply, while those unable to relocate should skip this opportunity.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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