Itad is hiring a
Location:
This position will be based in Kathmandu, Nepal and open to Nepali citizens only.
If you are interested in this position, please email your CV and cover letter with annual salary expectations (in USD) to Alexandra.Cervini@itadinc.com with the subject line ‘Application for Senior Evaluation and Research Lead- Nepal’. Deadlines for applications are on December 18th 2023.
At Itad, we work to make international development as effective as possible to improve more lives. We have done so since 1984. This means giving organisations the information and insight they need to make development work smarter and produce better results. It is complex, meticulous monitoring and evaluation work involving many different stakeholders across many different scenarios – exactly the kind of challenge on which we thrive. We work with governments, non-profits, universities, foundations and the private sector to support organisational learning and programme adaptation across a wide variety of international development contexts. To learn more about Itad, please visit our website: www.itad.com
Job Description
USAID Learning for Development is a five-year contract with USAID/Nepal to provide monitoring, evaluation, learning, knowledge management, and strategic communications services to the USAID Nepal Mission. Itad is seeking a Senior Evaluation and Research Lead for the USAID Learning for Development project. This is a full-time position.
Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Chief of Party (CoP) and Deputy Chief of Party (DCoP), the Senior Evaluation and Research Lead will take lead in designing and conducting evaluations, analyses, assessments, and studies to meet the USAID Nepal Mission’s and its partner’s need and requirements. The expert will provide senior level technical support and advice on MEL assignments and have a deep understanding of the USAID Program Cycle and the portfolio of investment in Nepal. They will be an innovator and enjoy learning and new challenges. They will be an excellent writer and public speaker and able to synthesize qualitative or quantitative data with a high level of quality. A senior leader—they can provide technical oversight on all types of evaluations and research deliverables and also manage personnel and consultants, a budget, and the safety and security of staff.
Role and Responsibilities for Senior Evaluation and Research Lead:
The roles and responsibilities for the Senior Evaluation and Research Lead includes, among others, the following:
Knowledge, skills and experience
Education and experience
Itad is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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