TERMS OF REFERENCE
The assessment will adopt a forward-looking and learning-oriented approach focusing on key analytical dimensions relevant to the implementation of the programme. These will include:
• Relevance and strategic alignment with national priorities, disability frameworks, and international commitments;
•Programme implementation progress, coordination, and emerging results;
•Institutional strengthening, stakeholder engagement, and sustainability considerations;
•Integration of human rights, and disability inclusion dimensions;
Minimum requirements:
- Education: Advanced university degree (Master`s) in evaluation, social sciences, or other relevant fields.
- Work Experience: More than 7 years of experience in programme assessments and evaluations, preferably with a proven track record of completing high-quality evaluations focused on persons and children with disabilities.
- Prior experience in leading evaluability assessments is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively use quantitative and qualitative research and evaluation methods, incorporating equity, human rights, and gender-based approaches.
Skills:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
- Strong skills in facilitating participatory processes.
- Understanding and application of United Nations evaluation quality norms and standards will be added advantage.
- Language Requirements:
- English Language
- One or more local languages
Desirables:
Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and community groups.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information and present clear, actionable recommendations.
- Familiarity with the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially as they pertain to the rights of persons with disabilities.
- Proficiency in using software for data analysis
For every Child, you demonstrate...
UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.
- An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV)
- Cover letter
- A detailed technical proposal: Methodology
Remarks
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