Antigua and Barbuda: Final Evaluation Hurricane Irma Operation (Antigua and Barbuda)

The final evaluation will assess the IFRC’s response to Hurricane Irma from September 2017. The outcome will provide valuable information regarding the lessons learnt and approaches implemented to strengthen similar upcoming response operations to reach the most affected communities from the disaster and increase their resilience. It will look at lessons learned, but also provide support to recovery planning and any recommendations for adjustments for the upcoming operational responses in the region. The following areas will be evaluated:

The relevance and appropriateness of delivery of humanitarian assistance to beneficiaries based on needs and context. The efficiency and effectiveness of the IFRC response, including coordination with key partners and external actors aimed at optimizing the response. The coverage in terms of which population groups were included in or excluded from the intervention. Special attention will be given by the evaluators to the extent the response has considered and addressed the needs of vulnerable groups and in particular women, elderly population, girls and boys and people living with a disability. The connectedness ensuring that short-term emergency activities are implemented taking longer-term and interconnected factors into account. The Relevance and efficiency of the coordination mechanisms implemented.

Education

• Master’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience in the field

Experience

• Demonstrable experience in leading evaluations of humanitarian programs responding to major disasters
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in monitoring and evaluation of projects
• Knowledge of strategic and operational management of humanitarian operations and proven ability to provide strategic recommendations to key stakeholders
• Strong analytical skills and ability to clearly synthesize and present findings, draw practical conclusions, make recommendations and to prepare well-written reports in a timely manner
• Experience in qualitative data collection and data analysis techniques, especially in emergency operations
• Knowledge and experience working with the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement and knowledge of the IFRC’s disaster management systems

Knowledge, skills and languages

• High capacity to organize and fulfill on time deadlines
• Demonstrated capacity to work both independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of the LAC region would be an advantage and previous experience in the Caribbean a must.
• Immediate availability for the period indicated
• Technical knowledge about Shelter (supports by previous working experience and/or trainings) will be an asset

Languages:

• Excellent English writing and presentation skills in English

Interested candidates should visit the link: http://www.ifrc.org/en/who-we-are/working-with-us/current-vacancies/job-description/?id=17196 to view the full Terms of Reference and submit their application along with the application material by November 25, 2018.

Application materials should include:

1. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
2. Cover letter clearly summarizing the experience of the consultant(s) proposed as it pertains to this evaluation, daily rate, and three professional references.
3. Short methodological proposal to address in this evaluation. Please include data collection method, data analysis method, among others.
4. At least two examples of an evaluation report most similar to that described in this TOR. by November 25, 2018. Application material is non-returnable, and we thank you in advance for understanding that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the next step in the application process