Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Intern

Job description

Reports to: MEAL CoordinatorLocation: Lilongwe, MalawiStart date: 2nd November 2026Closing date: 9th October 2026About Impact ReliefImpact Relief is a locally led Malawian organisation that partners with the Church to support communities living in extreme poverty. It takes a whole-person approach to development, working on spiritual, social and economic needs through community development, partnerships, economic empowerment and spiritual transformation.Impact Relief is part of the World Relief legacy, a global movement that began in 1940, and it builds on 37 years of World Relief’s work in Malawi. In June 2026 the organisation marked its transition to full local leadership, with a mission to bring relief, restore dignity and build a better future for vulnerable communities.About the RoleImpact Relief (IR) is looking for a motivated MEAL Intern to join its team in Lilongwe. Working under the MEAL Coordinator, the intern will help improve the quality and timeliness of MEAL work across IR programmes, track project progress, and support learning, knowledge sharing and decisions based on data.Main Duties•     Help develop, test and roll out data collection tools, and keep the Indicator Tracking Table up to date.•     Help set up and run feedback mechanisms for project participants and stakeholders.•     Verify project data routinely, assist with quarterly Data Quality Audits, and prepare basic data visualisations and reports.•     Keep MEAL files organised, protect data security and confidentiality, and support users of IR database platforms.•     Document lessons learned and good practices, support learning events, and help share findings with programme teams.•     Help organise MEAL trainings and take part in training and supervising enumerators.Who Should ApplyThe internship is open to graduates who completed their studies within the last two years. Applicants should have:•     A degree or diploma in statistics, mathematical sciences, development studies, social sciences or a related field.•     Basic knowledge of MEAL concepts such as indicators, data quality and reporting.•     Good working skills in Microsoft Excel. Experience with mobile data collection tools such as KoboToolbox or ODK is an advantage.•     Clear written and spoken English. Chichewa is an advantage.•     Attention to detail, a willingness to learn, and the ability to work well in a team.How to ApplySend your CV and a cover letter to HR@impactreliefmalawi.org  with the subject line “MEAL Intern Application”. Applications must reach us by 9th October 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Impact Relief encourages qualified women and persons with disabilities to apply.

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Apply by email: hr@impactreliefmalawi.org