Lead Evaluator

CLIC is seeking a Lead Evaluator with expertise in international relations, social sciences, and peacebuilding & conflict studies to oversee evaluations of development and peacebuilding interventions. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in gender equality and youth empowerment, along with a solid understanding of the WPS (Women, Peace, and Security) and YPS (Youth, Peace, and Security) agendas.

Responsibilities: 

• Design and conduct comprehensive evaluations for various development and peacebuilding programs.
• Utilize mixed methods research and participatory approaches that are sensitive to gender and youth issues.
• Prepare detailed evaluation reports, presenting findings, insights, and recommendations.
• Collaborate closely with other UN agencies, particularly the Peacebuilding Fund (PBF), to align evaluation strategies and outcomes.
• Lead and mentor a team of evaluators, ensuring high-quality outputs and adherence to timelines.

Qualifications

• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in a relevant field such as social sciences, international relations, political science, peace and conflict studies.
• Minimum of 7 years relevant experience in designing and conducting evaluations in development or peacebuilding settings.
• Proven experience in gender equality and youth empowerment initiatives.
• Extensive knowledge and practice in mixed methods research and gender and youth-sensitive participatory approaches.
• Demonstrated proficiency in report writing.
• Professional fluency in English
• Fluency in French and/or Spanish is a strong asset
• Previous work experience within the UN system, specifically with the PBF.

Application  

Interested candidates should send a short cover letter describing how they meet the requirements and their CV to zahraa.mohsen@clic-consultants.com  by 25/04/2024.  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.