Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) Officer Abuja

📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW a Reputable Non Governmental Organization (NGO) is actively recruiting for a Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) Officer position in Abuja. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Research sector looking to advance their careers in Nigeria's dynamic job market.

🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE We are seeking talented individuals with the following profile: • Experience Level: 4 - 5 years • Educational Background: Master or equivalent • Industry Focus: Research • Location Preference: in Abuja

💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS IN NIGERIA The Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) Officer position is an important role within Nigeria's Research sector, offering meaningful career development and professional growth opportunities.

📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTS This role in Research offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations in Nigeria.

📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCE When applying for this Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) Officer position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 4 - 5 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Master • Specific achievements in the Research field • Any certifications or specialized training • Proficiency in relevant software and tools

🌍 NIGERIA JOB MARKET CONTEXT The Research sector in Nigeria continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. With Nigeria's growing economy and increasing foreign investment, this position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

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A Non Governmental Organization (NGO) with focus on Research, Empowerment, Education, Health, etc, is  recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:  Job Title: Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) Officer Jobsby role

Location: Abuja (FCT)

Employment Type: Full-time Discover moreFree job postingJob application trackingJob board softwareAbout the Role

The MERL Officer will lead the organisation's monitoring, evaluation, research and learning functions by producing concept notes and research designs; designing MEL frameworks and developing and pretesting data collection tools, coordinating assessments, ensuring data quality, analysing qualitative and quantitative data, producing performance and stakeholder reports, documenting lessons learned, and promoting evidence-based and adaptive programming.

Education / Experience

The ideal candidate must possess a Masters or PhD degrees in Sociology, Monitoring and Evaluation, Statistics, Economics, Social Sciences, Public Health, Development Studies or a related field, with at least four (4) years' relevant experience in the development sector.

Applicants should have strong data analysis, research, report writing and skills, with proficiency in Excel, Epi-Info, NVivo or AI-enabled reporting tools.

5th October, 2026.  How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV (maximum 3 pages) and a Cover Letter in the body of the message to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] using "MEAL Officer" as the subject of the mail.

Only qualified candidates are invited to apply A Writing Sample of a published work must be submitted by all candidates Female candidates are encouraged to apply.