Social Impact is a global development management consulting firm. We provide monitoring, evaluation, strategic planning, and capacity building services to advance development effectiveness. We work across all development sectors including democracy and governance, health and education, the environment, and economic growth. Since 1997 we have worked in over 100 countries for clients such as US government agencies, bilateral donors, multilateral development banks, foundations, and nonprofits.

Position Description:

SI is seeking experienced Team Leaders (TLs) for upcoming Decentralized Evaluations (DEs) released under its Long-Term Agreement with the World Food Programme (WFP). WFP DEs are commissioned and managed by Country Offices and Regional Bureaus and cover programs, activities, pilots and themes at the sub-national, national and multi-country level.

SI is seeking TLs with experience conducting evaluations in the following thematic areas:

• School Feeding Programs
• Social Protection/Safety Net Programs
• Resilience and Recovery
• Food Security
• Child Nutrition
• Livelihoods
• Support to refugees and host populations

Responsibilities:

• Liaise on a regular basis with WFP, SI HQ and other organizations involved in the evaluation.
• Design and conduct the evaluation.
• Supervise and lead the evaluation team.
• Direct the evaluation design and work plan development and oversee the data collection and data synthesis efforts.
• Ensure quality control and timely submission of all client deliverables.
• Draft, finalize and present the interim/final evaluation report to WFP.
• Provide key technical context to the evaluation methods team.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a master's degree, or equivalent, in economics, political science, statistics, sociology or a related field.
• Over 12 years of progressively responsible professional experience in evaluating humanitarian and/or development programs.
• Experience conducting evaluations with WFP, other UN Agencies, or multilateral organizations.
• At least 5 previous assignments as Team Leader.
• Strong skills in quantitative and qualitative data analysis and collection.
• Excellent knowledge of Stata or other similar statistical analysis software.
• Proven strong leadership and team-work skills and ability to deliver results within specified and often changing timeframes.

Come join our energetic and innovative team! We offer you the opportunity to play a leading role in the growth of our company, work as part of a creative and committed team, and make a difference in the well-being of our world.

To learn more about Social Impact, please visit our website: http://www.socialimpact.com

SI is an EEO/AA/ADA Veterans Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. Please, no phone calls.