Lead Evaluator At Forcier Consulting

For more than a decade, Forcier Consulting has served as the premier resource for high quality research in the world’s most challenging environments. We provide locally-based research, evaluation, and learning services to international donors, UN agencies, and NGOs reflecting the nuances and complexities of humanitarian and development work. We have performed more than 790 contracts in 41 countries, setting the standard for excellence in consulting in non-permissive environments.

Job Description: Forcier seeks a Lead Evaluator for a project in Yemen.The Lead Evaluator should possess expertise in designing and executing quantitative and qualitative data collection and analytical methods to support evaluation design and implementation, ideally in complex environments. S/he will lead the design and implementation of performance and impact evaluations, as well as all assessment activities and the required analysis therefrom. The candidate will finalize evaluation reports and facilitate presentations and briefings to disseminate learning among project stakeholders. S/he may be responsible for leading and/or directing evaluation teams and conducting field research.

The position will be full time and based in Sana’a, with frequent travel across Yemen.

Responsibilities:

The Lead Evaluator will be responsible for conducting evaluations of international trade, development, and labor projects. S/he will utilize qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods approach to complete the evaluation. The candidate will lead the design of quantitative and/or qualitative data collection and analytical methods and tools to support evaluation design and implementation. S/he will also be responsible for preparing and finalizing the evaluation report.

Education requirements:

• A graduate degree in a social science, organizational development, development studies, or a related field required.

Required skills:

• Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience leading complex portfolios of evaluative and learning activities for improved development outcomes
• Experience in designing and conducting evaluations of development or peacebuilding interventions
• Fluency in English and Arabic
• At least 3 references of past evaluations preferably for a UN agency.
• Experience designing and implementing various types of mixed-methods evaluations (impact, performance, meta, etc.), analyses, and assessments required
• Experience in gender analysis and gender in evaluation along with an understanding and application of UN mandates in Human Rights and Gender Equality
• Previous work experience in Yemen preferred
• Significant data analysis skills, including command of statistics, sampling methodologies, statistical analysis software, and data validation techniques
• Expertise in qualitative and quantitative research, including relevant statistical software;
• Experience applying systems thinking in evaluation design, participatory data collection methods, and protocols, and facilitating participatory data validation and analysis exercises

Forcier isn’t the place for everyone. But for those who do find us to be a good fit, they can’t imagine being anywhere else. Our company operates with five immutable laws. If these don’t resonate with you, working with us probably won’t be a good fit for you. If they speak to you, you’ll find a new home with us.

• Be nice or leave. All our staff deserve to be treated professionally and with respect. Discrimination, racism, tribalism, sexism, and neo-colonialist language will not be tolerated. This applies to our clients as well.
• This is a stress free zone. The places where we work are stressful enough, we don’t need to add extra pressure. Increasing stress increases the likelihood of errors. We all work to minimize stress together.
• We embrace a strong work ethic and a strong rest ethic. We believe that balance is critical to long-term success. We all work together to avoid burnout on our teams and ensure that team members have the opportunity to frequently and regularly take complete time off. We recognize the needs for every team member may be unique depending on their individual circumstances.
• Safety first. We never put staff or partners in harm’s way for any reason, and we do not ask staff to go places or complete work with which they do not feel personally comfortable – for any reason.
• Quality is paramount. We stand behind the integrity of our work. We don’t cut corners and we deliver the absolute best product possible every single time, both internally and externally.

Benefits

Forcier aims to be an employer of choice in Yemen. As a result, we offer competitive daily rates as well as on the job training opportunities, to attract the best talent available.

Please note that we are recruiting Lead Evaluators on a contract basis. We will be evaluating all candidates who apply on a rolling basis, and may keep your application on file for opportunities in the near future if a perfect fit is not available now.