Job Description

MEAL Intern

Application due: 11/25/2025
Workplace: Galkacyo
Department/Country: Somalia
Contract type: National contract
Homepage: drc.ngo
 
ABOUT DRCFounded in 1956, DRC Danish Refugee Council is Denmark’s largest, and a leading international NGO. We have continuously been ranked as one of the best NGOs in the world - and are one of the few with a specific expertise in forced displacement. In around 35 countries, we protect, advocate and build sustainable futures for refugees and other displacement-affected people and communities.

Danish Refugee Council, one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, is currently looking for a highly qualified Female MEAL Intern

About the job

The MEAL Intern will support data collection, data entry, accountability mechanisms, and basic analysis to strengthen program quality and evidence-based decision-making. This internship targets female graduates with foundational knowledge in research, data, or community engagement who wish to build technical skills in MEAL within a humanitarian NGO.

Your main duties and responsibilities will be:

1. Data Collection & Field Monitoring

• Participate in field data collection activities using digital tools (e.g., Kobo, ODK).
• Support post-distribution monitoring, needs assessments, and beneficiary verification exercises.
• Conduct household interviews, focus group discussions, and direct observations as needed.
• Ensure high-quality, ethical, and gender-sensitive data collection.

2. Data Entry, Cleaning & Basic Analysis

• Enter quantitative and qualitative data into MEAL databases and templates.
• Support the cleaning, verification, and organization of datasets.
• Assist in producing simple summary tables, graphs, and descriptive analysis.
• Maintain secure storage of data in line with data protection and confidentiality standards.

3. Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP)

• Support the operation of Complaints Feedback and Response Mechanisms (CFRM/CFM).
• Assist in receiving, cleaning, logging, and categorizing community feedback.
• Ensure timely referral and follow-up of complaints with relevant departments.
• Participate in community sensitization on accountability channels.

4. Learning & Programme Support

• Help document lessons learned, case studies, and good practices.
• Support MEAL staff in preparing presentations, briefs, and visual summaries.
• Assist with report compilation for monthly or quarterly MEAL updates.
• Participate in internal learning workshops and programme reviews.

5. Documentation & Administrative Support

• Ensure proper filing of MEAL tools, reports, raw data, and supporting documents.
• Assist in preparing and organizing training materials and logistics for MEAL activities.
• Perform any other MEAL-related duties assigned by the MEAL Officer or Coordinator.

6. Self-Learning & Professional Development

• Engage in on-the-job learning through active participation in MEAL field missions and data processes.
• Receive mentorship and structured coaching from the MEAL Officer and MEAL Coordinator.
• Participate in internal training sessions on data tools, MEAL standards, accountability, and humanitarian principles.

Experiences and Qualifications

About you

To be successful in this role we expect you to have:

Required

• Bachelor’s degree (or final-year student) in Social Sciences, Statistics, Development Studies, Economics, Public Health, or other relevant fields.
• 6 months expereince with (internship, volunteer work, field surveys, or coursework) in MEAL, data collection, research,M&E, community engagement, or social sciences.
• Basic understanding of monitoring and evaluation concepts is preferred.
• Ability to use smartphones/tablets and interest in learning digital data collection tools.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, especially with diverse communities.
• Good command of Microsoft Excel and willingness to learn data analysis skills.
• High integrity, attention to detail, and ability to manage sensitive information confidentially.

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies: 

Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process. 

Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback. 

Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation. 

Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly. 

Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

We offer

Contract length: 4 months

Band: Intern Position

Work location: Galkacyo

Start date: 1st December 2025

Reporting to: Area Program Manager

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for

employees on national contract.

Skills Required

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