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Post-Conflict Evaluation Consultant

The International Center for Research on Women (ICRW). Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

Description:

The International Center for Research on Women (ICRW) is a global research institute which works to empower women, advance gender equality, and fight poverty in the developing world. ICRW works with partners to conduct empirical research, build capacity, and advocate for evidence-based practical solutions to change policies and programs.

Primary Duties:

ICRW is seeking interested applicants for a Post-Conflict Evaluation Consultant position to serve as part of a multi-disciplinary team that will evaluate restorative justice and social reintegration programming in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The consultancy will be for a duration of 25 days in July 2013, with three weeks of fieldwork in Bunia and Bukavu.

Required Skills:

The successful candidate would possess the following skills and experience:
  • Experience conducting program evaluations, preferably using participatory methods.
  • Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
  • Experience with qualitative data collection, facilitating group discussions, and translating findings into policy recommendations.
  • Fluency in English or French and Swahili is required.
  • Fluency in additional local languages (e.g., Lingala) is highly desired.
  • Sound knowledge of post-conflict programming (e.g., restorative justice, social reintegration, DDR, livelihoods, sexual and gender-based violence) is required.
  • Additional global experience in research on sexual and gender-based violence is highly desired.
  • Masters degree in a relevant field preferred.

To Apply:

Candidates interested in a consultancy should submit a letter of interest summarizing their background and interest, curriculum vitae, two writing samples and daily rate in USD tocontractors@icrw.org with "Post Conflict Program Assessment Consultant - DRC" in the subject line.