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Mid-level Evaluation Expert – Mid-Term Evaluation of the IDLO Program “Integrated Support to the Criminal Justice Systems in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger”

Home Based - May require travel

  • Organization: IDLO - International Development Law Organization
  • Location: Home Based - May require travel
  • Grade: Consultancy - Single Engagement Agreement
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Monitoring and Evaluation
  • Closing Date: Closed

 

ORGANISATIONAL CONTEXT 

The International Development Law Organization (IDLO) enables governments, empowers people, and strengthens institutions to realise justice and promote peace and sustainable development. IDLO is the only global intergovernmental organisation exclusively devoted to promoting the rule of law and access to justice. 

With its headquarters in Rome, Italy, a Branch Office in The Hague, and United Nations Liaison Offices in New York and Geneva, IDLO carries out policy advocacy, research and learning, as well as the rule of law and justice programmes in countries through some 17 Country Offices operating in every region of the world. 

THE ASSIGNMENT

The purpose of the mid-term evaluation is to assess the progress of the program “Integrated Support to the Criminal Justice Systems in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger” against the stated objectives as of May 2022, as well as identify critical areas and provide recommendations for remaining program duration. It will identify constraints and challenges affecting the effective and efficient implementation of outputs and their contribution to the program’s outcomes. The mid-term evaluation will be undertaken at the midpoint of the program and will pave the way for improved program implementation for the remaining program duration. The evaluation will propose amendments (if any) required to the program design and implementation arrangements to contribute to the achievement of the expected results towards the completion of the program planned for 2024. In particular, the mid-term assessment will:  

i. Provide an independent assessment of the program to measure the extent to which the expected results have been achieved so far in quantity and quality, as well as usefulness and timeliness. The evaluation will be conducted at both activity and output levels, providing insights towards outcomes and impact prospects, where possible.

ii. Make recommendations, if relevant, to adjust/improve program implementation in itinere towards the achievement of expected objectives and the contribution to program outcomes, potential impact and sustainability.

The incumbent will report to the Evaluation Unit and Director, The Hague Office, and under the day-to-day supervision of the Evaluation Specialist. The incumbent will be expected to support the Evaluation Team Leader and carry out the following key duties in line with the detailed evaluation Terms of Reference (Link): 

• Assist in conducting an in-depth desk review of relevant documents and reports.

• Support the data collection, especially during the field phase. Where required, the incumbent will participate in focus group discussions and interviews and will collaborate to ensure data are collected in line with the agreed methodology.

• Provide support and inputs for the preparation of the Inception Note; 

• Contribute to the analysis of findings and compilation of the Evaluation Report.

• Translate the final version of the evaluation report into French.

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education

• Advanced university degree in Evaluation, Social Sciences, Political Science, International Development, Law or related field.

Work experience

• At least five years’ experience in conducting/supporting results-oriented evaluations of programs or initiatives in the field of development assistance with a focus on institutional development and continuing legal education.

• Professional experience with project cycle management, OECD DAC evaluation framework, Outcome Mapping, and ToC/logical framework approaches

• Previous experience in the SAHEL region is highly desirable, as well as experience in gender mainstreaming.

Languages

• Fluency in written and spoken English and French is required. 

Technical competencies

• Basic knowledge of evaluation methodology for development assistance projects and programs with specific experience in evaluation methods and tools.

• Experience with developing qualitative and quantitative (proxy) indicators.

• Experience with survey techniques, focus groups and other participatory methods.

• Experience with quantitative and qualitative data collection methods.

• Sound analytical, writing and editing skills.

• An understanding of the criminal justice system in Mali/Burkina Faso/Niger would be an added advantage.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

The consultancy is expected to start in August 2022. The inception note is expected by the end of September 2022, and the draft evaluation report is expected tentatively by December 2022. This is a results-based assignment where payments are made upon satisfactory production of evaluation deliverables. The estimated amount of workdays for the Mid-level Evaluation Expert for this assignment is 25. This includes 15 working days for the field phase in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger. The decision on the final approach towards the Field Phase data collection will be taken by IDLO Evaluation Unit after consulting the Evaluation Reference Group (ERG), taking into account the COVID-19 crisis and the Risk Matrix.

Applications will be screened on a regular basis; a qualified applicant might be recruited before the deadline. In the interest of making the most effective use of resources, only the short-listed candidates will be contacted during the selection process.

IDLO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in all areas of its operations. We welcome applications of qualified and diverse candidates.

IDLO is committed to achieving a 50/50 gender balance at all levels within its workforce. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for IDLO vacancies.

IDLO does not tolerate sexual exploitation or abuse, any kind of harassment, including harassment of a sexual nature or discrimination. As such, IDLO will conduct careful reference and background checks of all selected candidates as part of its selection process.

DISCLAIMER AND CLOSING DATE

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the employee assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.  

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality and in compliance with IDLO’s policy on personal data protection. 

The Director-General of IDLO reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities or even to cancel the recruitment to meet business and organisational needs as necessary.

Application deadline: 31 July 2022 (23:59hrs Rome Time).

This vacancy is now closed.
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