Scope of Work
Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Platform (MEL-P)
EVALUATION TEAM LEADER
Evaluation of Effectiveness of Rainfall Prediction Tool for Farmers in NTB and NTT
Background
Panagora Group, a woman-owned small business providing novel and integrated solutions in global health and international development, is supporting USAID/Indonesia to implement its 2020-2025 Country Development Cooperation Strategy (CDCS) through a Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Platform (MEL-P) Activity. MEL-P provides its services through five components: 1) monitoring support services, 2) designing and conducting performance and impact evaluations, 3) providing research, assessment, and data analysis, 4) providing consulting and advisory services and logistical support services, and 5) initiating collaboration, learning, and adapting activities.
Under MEL-P, Panagora has been assigned to conduct an evaluation for USAID's Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (USAID/BHA). The evaluation is intended to verify the utility, accuracy and effectiveness of a rainfall prediction tool that developed for farmers in the provinces of Nusa Tenggara Barat (NTB) and Nusa Tenggara Timur (NTT), and to inform future environment activity related to climate change adaptation and resilience. The evaluation will start in or about April and finish by October 2022.
Position Summary
MEL-P is seeking an Evaluation Team Leader for the USAID/BHA evaluation of effectiveness of rainfall prediction tool for farmers in NTB and NTT. The team leader is responsible for the oversight of all aspects of evaluation design, data collection, analysis, presentation and report writing. Thus, (s)he will supervise the team consisting of one subject matter expert and a Research Assistant.
The assignment will require an estimated six months of period which will begin in or about April to October 2022, with at least two weeks of travel to NTB and NTB may require for field work data collection, and a week in Jakarta for data analysis. Remote coordination and data collection will be considered depending on Covid-19 restrictions and GOI policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
· Lead the team in producing a rigorous evaluation methodology and work plan, including:
o Design of evaluation tools e.g., focus group discussions (FGDs), key informant interviews (KIIs), surveys
o Pilot-testing of the evaluation tools, selection of respondents to KIIs, FGDs, and surveys; and enhancement of the tools based on the feedback during pilot testing
o Provide feedback on the evaluation's progress
o Data analysis of the performance and outcome of the project, ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and completeness of received and generated information and data
· Effectively manage and supervise the team members at all stages of the evaluation process and in addressing technical concerns of the evaluation.
· Ensure all deliverables are submitted on schedule and in accordance with USAID and Panagora quality standards. This includes responsibility for developing the work plan, evaluation design, all required presentations and the draft and final evaluation report.
· Plan and manage coordination with MEL-P and USAID during the evaluation, including team planning, design and methodology discussions, and periodic progress review.
· Preparing and presenting the evaluation design, preliminary findings and recommendations to USAID, the implementing partner and GOI, and other relevant stakeholders as required.
Qualifications
· At least a master's degree, preferably a Doctorate degree.
· Minimum 10 years of experience as team leader in evaluation or development research and practice.
· Must have prior experience leading evaluation or research related to Agro-Meteorology and climate forecast modeling.
· Strong knowledge on Multi-hazard Early Warning Systems of World Meteorology Organization (WMO).
· Prior USAID experience is strongly preferred.
· Expert knowledge in quantitative and qualitative evaluation methodology.
· Demonstrated leadership experience in managing technical teams.
· Excellent analytical and interpersonal communication skills.
· Excellent report writing and oral presentation skills.
· Familiarity with USAID's Evaluation Policy is preferred.
· Open only to Indonesian citizen.
Reporting
The evaluation team leader will report to the Senior Evaluation Advisor of MEL-P, with the guidance of the Chief of Party (COP).
Period of Performance
The estimated level of effort for the STTA for Evaluation Team Leader will be 66 days. The duration of the assignment would intermittently cover the period April to October 2022.
How to Apply
Fill out the online application (here). Please include a cover letter and resume. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Please apply before March 23, 2022.
No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted. Only applicants who include the required application components will be considered.
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