Help shape how we monitor, evaluate, and learn from projects supporting European democracy

Do you want to lead the development of how we measure and communicate the impact of democratic education?

We are looking for a strategic and analytical MEAL Advisor to take the lead in our monitoring, evaluation, and learning work across Europe. At The European Wergeland Centre (EWC), you will play a key role in ensuring that our initiatives create lasting change by building a modern systems for knowledge development and evidence-based reporting.

In this role, you will lead the development of the EWC MEAL system and provide hands-on support to major projects, such as the Civic Education for Change project in Poland and the new European initiative "Skills for Democracy" (S4D)

Your Responsibilities

• Shape and develop further our MEAL system - including guidelines and tools needed to monitor progress, evaluate impact, and streamline reporting.
• Update and refine EWC's Theory of Change and Results Framework in line with our new strategy.
• Introduce and implement digital solutions for data collection and visualization to strengthen our data-driven insights.
• Design MEAL plans and conduct evaluations in close collaboration with project managers in Oslo and internationally.
• Ensure high-quality reporting to international donors and support Project Managers in communicating results and evidence.
• Lead internal training to foster a shared understanding of results and learning across the organization.
• Represent EWC in related MEAL networks both in Norway and at a European level.

Why Join Us?

• A permanent position in a unique organization where your voice is heard.
• The opportunity to shape a newly established function within an environment that values professional expertise and innovation.
• An inspiring, international office environment in central Oslo (some travel will be required).
• Flexibility and a workplace culture defined by trust, inclusion, and a strong shared value base.

Who are you?

You are analytically strong and thrive on transforming strategic plans into practical tools and measurable impact. You are curious by nature and have a unique ability to create meaning, direction, and compelling stories from complex data sets. You are proficient with technology, but you understand that tools and digital solutions are primarily means to support informed decision-making, collective learning, and the professional communication of our results.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant MEAL experience, preferably from international projects, NGOs, or the education/civic field.
• Solid experience with results frameworks, Theory of Change, and evaluations, including data collection and analysis.
• Strong methodological skills, including qualitative and quantitative methods.
• Excellent communication skills, especially regarding the communication of results and evidence.
• Experience with digital tools for data analysis, management, and visualization.
• Relevant higher education
• Excellent written and spoken English. Fluency in Norwegian is an asset

Some travel activity must be expected in connection with the position.

Desired start date is as soon as possible or by agreement.

Are you ready to drive measurable change for democracy in Europe? Applications will be processed on an ongoing basis, so don't wait too long to let us hear from you!

If you have any questions about the position or the process, please contact us in Randstad for a confidential talk.

Kampen for frihet og grunnleggende demokratiske verdier går gjennom skole og utdanning. Med base i Norge og god tilgang til klasserom, lærere og myndigheter i hele Europa, fremmer Det Europeiske Wergelandsenteret utdanning som et viktig forsvar for demokrati og menneskerettigheter. Vi er et ressurssenter for Europarådets medlemsstater opprettet av Norge i 2008.