Senior Evaluation Specialist

Activity Background
 
The Feed the Future Nigeria Livelihoods Project is a 5-year activity implemented with rural communities in northern Nigeria’s Sokoto state, Kebbi state and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The project is innovative in design, using a multi-sector approach to help 42,000 very poor households increase agricultural production, income and improve nutrition. The activity is implemented with eight local civil society partners, working closely with stakeholders in the community, government, and private sector.
 
Responsibilities
 

Review of background documents and preparation work
Attend team planning meetings and in-brief with USAID
Support the development of the work plan and data collection tools, including pre-testing and revisions
Conduct information and data collection activities in Abuja and several zones for field data collection
Support the development of the evaluation report, and preparation and presentation of preliminary findings
Conduct exit brief and development of report outline
Support the development of the final evaluation report, in consideration and inclusion of USAID’s feedback
 

Deliverables
 

Evaluation work plan
Evaluation design (protocols)
In-briefing upon arrival in Abuja, mid-term updates, and final exit briefing
Draft evaluation report
Final evaluation report with final PowerPoint presentation according to specified template

Qualifications
 

A minimum of five years in conducting and planning evaluations
Familiarity with qualitative and quantitative data collection/analysis methods
Familiarity with USAID’s evaluation policies and guidance included in the USAID Automated Directive System (ADS) in Chapter 200
Strong technical/evaluation report writing and communication/presentation skills
Proficient in English with strong English language writing skills.

Additional Information All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or other status protected by applicable law. NOTE: This position description should not be construed to imply that the requirements are the exclusive standards of the position nor will it be the sole basis for any subsequent employee evaluations. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required by their supervisor.

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