Lead Evaluator & MEAL Specialist

Turning data
into decisions
that matter.

Independent consultant with 10+ years designing M&E systems, mixed-method evaluations, and organizational learning frameworks across the MENA region. Working with international NGOs, UN agencies, and donors to deliver rigorous evaluations, build MEAL capacity, and embed evidence-based decision-making in complex and fragile contexts.

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M&E
10+
Years of
experience
750+
NGO staff
trained
5
Countries
covered
15+
Major donors
worked with
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What I do

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Evaluation Design & Governance

OECD-DAC frameworks, Theory of Change, evaluation matrices, inception reports, stakeholder mapping, and learning agendas grounded in international standards.

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Field Execution & Methods

Mixed-methods research: sampling design, tool development, enumerator training, quality assurance, ethical consent, and do-no-harm protocols in fragile contexts.

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Analysis & Synthesis

Triangulation, qualitative coding, contribution analysis, outcome pathway tracing, and insight generation that turns raw data into actionable evidence.

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MEAL System Architecture

Results frameworks, logframes, indicator matrices, PMPs, CFRM/accountability systems, and digital MEL dashboards using Power BI and Activity Info.

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Capacity Building & Training

Tailored MEAL training programs for technical and non-technical staff across private sector, public institutions, and NGOs, including AI literacy for development practitioners.

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Utilization-Focused Learning

Validation workshops, management response plans, action planning sessions, learning briefs, and adaptive management support to ensure findings drive change.

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Knowledge Management

Designing and operationalizing knowledge management systems that capture institutional learning, support organizational memory, and enable evidence-based programming across project cycles.

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Organizational Efficiency

Streamlining MEAL unit structures, optimizing workflows, updating roles and processes, and embedding accountability systems to improve organizational performance and reporting quality.

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Digitalization in the MEAL Sector

Supporting organizations to adopt and embed digital tools such as KoBoToolbox, Power BI, Activity Info, and SurveyCTO into MEAL workflows, enabling real-time monitoring, streamlined data collection, and organizational learning.

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Selected projects

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Bridging Voices (B-Voices) — Facilitation & Research Production
Danish Refugee Council · Syria
Led the overall technical design and implementation of a multi-phase research study. Developed consultation materials and data collection tools, oversaw quality assurance, and delivered high-quality research outputs including reports and policy briefs.
Technical Lead 2026
02
Mid-Term Evaluation — Public Administration Reform in Lebanon (PAR)
Expertise France · Lebanon
Led evaluation design, quality assurance, and reporting. Conducted OECD-DAC analysis (Relevance, Effectiveness, Impact), led high-level KIIs with institutional stakeholders and the EU Delegation, and presented validated findings to Expertise France.
Lead Evaluator 2026
03
Multi-Country Skills Identification Study — EUSEEDS
Forward MENA · Cyprus, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine
Led technical approach for a study on employability, entrepreneurship, and digital skills of Eastern Mediterranean youth. Oversaw ESCO alignment, quality assurance, triangulation, and final report write-up across five countries.
Study Lead 2026
04
Community-Based Parenting Pilot — World Bank
The World Bank · Lebanon
Designed and implemented the M&E framework for a behavioral pilot promoting positive parenting practices among fathers with pre-adolescent children. Led tool development, enumerator training, and qualitative analysis.
MEAL Lead 2025
05
ICSP Mid-Term Review
Trócaire · Lebanon & Syria
Led the full Mid-Term Review of the Ireland Civil Society Partnership program. Oversaw evaluation design, tool development, data collection, and analysis of mixed-methods findings across partner organizations.
Lead Evaluator 2025
06
Feasibility Study — Protection, Climate & Economic Empowerment
Tabitha · Lebanon & Syria
Designed and delivered a multi-country feasibility study assessing the integration of protection, climate resilience, and economic empowerment programming for vulnerable communities.
Lead Evaluator 2025
07
Nature-Based Solutions Workshop — Water & Climate Resilience
Lebanon Reforestation Initiative & UNEP · Lebanon
Facilitated a high-level workshop engaging 50+ expert participants including ministry representatives in strategic dialogue and collaborative planning around nature-based water and climate solutions.
Workshop Lead 2025
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Feasibility Study — Empowering Communities in South Lebanon
Amel Association & Kindernothilfe (KNH) / GIZ · Lebanon
Led an integrated education & livelihoods feasibility study targeting vulnerable Lebanese and refugee populations. Directed field data collection in Saida & Nabatieh and produced actionable recommendations.
Lead Evaluator 2025
09
MEAL & Data Analysis Training Program
I'mpossible NGO (USAID-funded) · Lebanon
Designed and facilitated a tailored MEAL and data analysis training for local NGO staff, focusing on results-based management, data quality, and evidence-driven decision-making.
Lead Trainer 2025
10
MEAL Framework Development & Capacity Building
INMAA NGO (USAID-funded) · Lebanon
Developed a comprehensive MEAL framework and delivered capacity-building sessions to strengthen monitoring, reporting, and learning systems across INMAA's project portfolios.
MEAL Consultant 2025
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Experience

Oct 2024 — Present
MEAL Expert & Consulting Specialist
Contractor — Remote
Independent consulting for international and local NGOs: MEAL frameworks, baseline/midline/endline evaluations, needs assessments, and data training integrating KoBoToolbox, Activity Info, and Power BI.
Jan 2025 — May 2025
Emergency Response MEAL Manager
Oxfam — Lebanon
Led MEAL framework for emergency response covering food security, cash assistance, WASH, and protection. Managed real-time and post-response evaluations; supervised and built capacity of MEAL staff and enumerators.
Feb 2024 — Dec 2024
MEAL Manager
AVSI Foundation — Lebanon
Led emergency reporting (DRR lead, first 5 nationally), standardized MEAL frameworks, oversaw budgeting, and directed restructuring of the MEAL unit across humanitarian interventions.
Mar 2023 — Jan 2024
MEL Coordinator (Acting MEAL Manager)
Norwegian Refugee Council — Syria Country Office
MEAL lead for earthquake response. Recruited and mentored 11 MEL staff across Syria. Revived a non-functional CFRM system within 6 months and led external evaluation management.
Oct 2021 — Feb 2023
MEAL Coordinator
Norwegian Refugee Council — Beirut Mount Lebanon
Built M&E system for newly established Area Office following the Beirut Blast. Managed four database officers and three M&E officers; supported Dynamics 365 database transition.
2019 — 2024
HEIST Trainer & First Aid Instructor
Norwegian Refugee Council — MENA Region
Trained 600+ NRC staff in hostile environment security, first aid, and basic negotiation across Lebanon, Syria, and Jordan. Developed regional training materials and facilitated emergency response workshops.
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Skills & tools

Digital & data tools

Power BI KoBoToolbox Activity Info SurveyCTO Airtable Dynamics 365 SPSS Excel Zoho ChatGPT Canva Miro Claude AI

Languages

Arabic — native English — bilingual

Key certifications

Delivering Training — Highfield International Market Assessment — CALP Network MEAL in Emergencies — CRS Project Management — UC California First Aid at Work — Highfield International

Sectors

Shelter WASH Education Protection Legal Assistance Livelihoods Food Security SRHR Emergency Response Social Cohesion MSMEs & Agri-support Youth

Donors worked with

OCHA UNICEF World Bank ECHO EU GIZ USAID SIDA NMFA UNRWA AFD GAC SDC KFW AICS DFID GFFO
Available for consultancy

Let's work
together

I'm available for evaluation assignments, MEAL framework design, capacity building, and research projects.

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