My passion for humanitarian work and sustainable development led me to pursue studies in International Affairs and Diplomacy. I bring over four years of experience in Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL), where I built strong expertise in data collection, analysis, and reporting to support evidence-based programming. My early MEAL experience sparked a deep interest in research, which I continue to pursue through freelance assignments, providing critical analyses for various studies. As an American-Lebanese professional, I am eager to apply my skills and expand my knowledge by contributing to impactful projects across different contexts. I am highly motivated, communicative, and quick to adapt, always seeking opportunities to grow and enhance my professional capabilities.

Maria Eid

My passion for humanitarian work and sustainable development led me to pursue studies in International Affairs and Diplomacy. I bring over four years of experience in Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL), where I built strong expertise in data collection, analysis, and reporting to support evidence-based programming. My early MEAL experience sparked a deep interest in research, which I continue to pursue through freelance assignments, providing critical analyses for various studies. As an American-Lebanese professional, I am eager to apply my skills and expand my knowledge by contributing to impactful projects across different contexts. I am highly motivated, communicative, and quick to adapt, always seeking opportunities to grow and enhance my professional capabilities.

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My passion for humanitarian work and sustainable development led me to pursue studies in International Affairs and Diplomacy. I bring over four years of experience in Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL), where I built strong expertise in data collection, analysis, and reporting to support evidence-based programming.

My early MEAL experience sparked a deep interest in research, which I continue to pursue through freelance assignments, providing critical analyses for various studies. As an American-Lebanese professional, I am eager to apply my skills and expand my knowledge by contributing to impactful projects across different contexts. I am highly motivated, communicative, and quick to adapt, always seeking opportunities to grow and enhance my professional capabilities.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Advanced
Arabic
Fluent

Work Experience

MEAL Specialist + PSEA and AAP Focal Point at Fair Trade Lebanon
January 1, 2022 - Present
Monitored, evaluated, and reported on essential project data and activities; developed templates and key documents to streamline project activities; ensured data quality through tracking and maintaining consistency in data collection; created a comprehensive MEAL framework including a logical framework, MEAL Matrix, and MEAL plan; conducted research on innovative methodologies for data collection, monitoring, analysis, and reporting; designed impact assessment surveys to evaluate project effectiveness and progress of participating entities; provided recommendations for proposal development; monitored capacity-building and vocational training programs for farmers and other stakeholders; assessed progress by evaluating skill acquisition and improvements in implementation practices; contributed to evaluations of data across capacity-building and business development programs for MSMEs and startups.
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer at Beit El Baraka
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Managed data collection and reporting for M&E activities; handled inbound and outbound calls with participants; contributed to accountability training for affected populations; collected data through direct interactions and communications; proposed innovative ideas to enhance project development; produced M&E reports summarizing findings, outcomes, and recommendations.
Freelance Researcher at Sastre Consulting LTD
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Collected, organized, analyzed, and interpreted diverse data; investigated key issues and identified trends to guide strategic insights; synthesized information from multiple sources to ensure comprehensive understanding; delivered thorough critical analyses and actionable insights after each assignment.

Education

Bachelor of Science in International Affairs and Diplomacy at Notre Dame University, Zouk Mosbeh
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2021
Bachelor of Science in International Affairs and Diplomacy at Notre Dame University, Zouk Mosbeh
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2021

Qualifications

Organizational development and project management – MEAL
January 11, 2030 - January 26, 2026
PSEA
January 11, 2030 - January 26, 2026
Conflict sensitivity and do no harm
January 11, 2030 - January 26, 2026
Story telling, the key to connect, convince and commit
January 11, 2030 - January 26, 2026
Pandemics and economic development
January 11, 2030 - January 26, 2026
Organizational development and project management – MEAL
January 11, 2030 - January 26, 2026
PSEA
January 11, 2030 - January 26, 2026
Conflict sensitivity and do no harm
January 11, 2030 - January 26, 2026
Story telling, the key to connect, convince and commit
January 11, 2030 - January 26, 2026
Pandemics and economic development
January 11, 2030 - January 26, 2026

Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Education