Our values and commitment to safeguarding

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom Oxfam GB engages. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.  In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

About us

Oxfam is a global community who believe poverty isn’t inevitable. It’s an injustice that can be overcome. We are shop volunteers, women’s right activists, marathon runners, aid workers, coffee farmers, street fundraisers, goat herders, policy experts, campaigners, water engineers and more. And we won’t stop until everyone can live life without poverty for good.

Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 21 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries. 

A thriving diverse Oxfam:

It’s people power that brings about change. To play our part as a global organisation working to overcome poverty and inequality, we need equality, diversity and inclusion across our community of staff, partners and volunteers. Together, we’re committed to becoming a more diverse workforce, better able to tackle the global challenges that face our world today.

To do that:

• We need to dismantle the unequal power structures that exist everywhere, this including Oxfam and the wider development and charity sectors.
• We need an inclusive Oxfam where everyone can bring who they are to our work and feels celebrated for the differences they bring.
• We want and need everyone, and that means we need you.

Oxfam has been working in South Sudan since 1983. Our Programmatic Strategy concentrates on saving lives, Resilient Livelihoods, Advancing Gender Justice and Good Governance and Active Citizenship through a full spectrum platform that includes humanitarian response, recovery and resilience, long term development and policy and advocacy. Oxfam currently operates via six area field offices in South Sudan. (It also works in partnership with several national organisations and community groups.

Position: MEAL Assistant

Reports to:  Commodity Tracking & Reporting Team Leader

Location: Uror

Grade & Level:  E1 National

Contract Type:  Fixed Term

Number of posts: 1

Duration of Contract:  3 Months

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support timely and high-quality reporting on project activities in line with donor (WFP) requirements.
• Ensure accuracy and reliability of both qualitative and quantitative data through proper data collection, entry, and verification processes.
• Act as the administrative focal point for enumerators during field data collection, ensuring coordination and adherence to guidelines.
• Establish and maintain an effective complaint and feedback mechanism, ensuring all stakeholders are aware of and able to access it.
• Document best practices, success stories, and case studies demonstrating project impact and outcomes.
• Ensure standardized data collection and management methodologies at field level to capture and analyze vulnerabilities across different target groups.
• Conduct regular monitoring activities and ensure timely reporting in line with work plans and project timelines.
• Support the appraisal of project activities and progress, ensuring proper documentation and alignment with partner implementation.
• Collaborate with the MEAL Officer in Juba to collect, compile, and enter MEAL data in accordance with the approved MEAL plan.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Diploma or Degree in Economics, Social Sciences, or a related field, with a solid understanding of WFP Project activities, WASH, Education, Peace building, Governance, and MEAL implementation.
• Proven experience working in emergency and/or development contexts, with strong Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) skills.
• Good technical knowledge of MEAL systems, tools, and methodologies.
• Fluency in written and spoken English; knowledge of Arabic and Nuer is an added advantage.
• Experience working effectively within multicultural and diverse teams.
• Strong coordination and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to gender equality, inclusion, and social justice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong computer literacy, including proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and data management systems.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience in training and capacity building of staff or community members.
• Commitment to the values, mission, and objectives of Oxfam.
• Flexible, adaptable, and willing to learn in dynamic environments.

DESIRABLE:

• Ability to work on own initiative & under pressure and to meet deadlines
• High level of integrity
• Ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse organisation
• Willingness to travel in all locations in South Sudan.

Females are strongly encouraged to apply

Deadline for submission of applications is 13^th April 2026. Interested Applicants should send soft copies of their CVs and Cover letters and copies of academic certificates responding to the Required Technical Skills, Experience & Knowledge  to our External Oxfam Link on https://jobs.oxfam.org.uk/jobs/vacancy/24543/description And to our Internal Oxfam Link https://jobs.oxfam.org.uk/jobs/vacancy/24543/description on https://jobs.oxfam.org.uk  and Hard copies to Oxfam Head Office Juba .

Oxfam is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those that are suitable to work within our values are recruited to work for us. This post is subject to a range of screening checks.

Note: All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and may be subject to appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.