Caribbean Desk Review Consultant

HIAS Aruba seeks a Desk Review Consultant to identify key factors that could impact the cash transfer amount delivered throughout the Caribbean. Some of the key factors that the desk review will assess are: inflations and patterns within the markets, fluctuation in the exchange rates and other indicators that would be defined in collaboration with the main stakeholders for the desk review. The aim is to understand the inflation rate in the Caribbean Islands to adjust the CBI amount accordingly.

OBJECTIVES & DELIVERABLES:

• Data collection tools are to be considered for the desk review include remote focus group discussions and remote key informant interviews to be conducted for key stakeholders for the study. Those stakeholders could vary from a governmental entity, local authorities, CBOs, UN agencies, INGOs & NNGOs, business owners, vocational training providers, and other stakeholders in the targeted areas. As well as focus group discussions that includes both genders in different age segments. An analysis to of the project documentation, previous market assessments and patterns, a review of the available literature, reports and research studies on the issue is expected to support the proposed desk review.
• The desk review is expected to cover the North Caribbean Islands where HIAS delivers cash and voucher assistance, including but not limited to Sint Maarten, the Bahamas, Turks and Caicos, Haiti, Barbados, Jamaica and Sint Lucia and the surrounding areas, major markets, and borderline crossing markets.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree and post-graduate degree in a relevant field (social sciences, research methods, international development M&E, etc.).
• Specific experience and proven track records of results in M&E for international development.
• Significant experience in the design and implementation of qualitative and quantitative research/learning in the field of Cash and Voucher Assistance and/or Market Based Programing.
• Proven track record of professional, timely and high-quality consultancy assignments in the field of monitoring and evaluation and learning of non-profit sector projects.
• Excellent English communication, report writing and presentation skills.
• Strong critical analysis skills and attention to detail.
• Cultural sensitivity and gender sensitivity/awareness.
• Ability to adapt in challenging circumstances and flexibility.

ABOUT US:

Over one hundred years ago, the Jewish community founded HIAS (originally the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society) in New York City, the immigrant gateway to America. Supporting Jews fleeing persecution and poverty in Eastern Europe, our founders were guided by the traditions, texts and history of the Jewish people—a history of oppression, displacement and diaspora. HIAS has since helped generations of Jews facing violence because of who they were, and HIAS remains committed to helping Jewish refugees anywhere in the world. Today, our clients at HIAS come from diverse faiths, ethnicities and backgrounds, as do our staff. We bring our experience, history and values to our work across five continents, ensuring that refugees today receive the vital services and opportunities they need to thrive.

HIAS is a learning community, committed to diversity and inclusion. We do our work with integrity, accountability, transparency and a commitment to the highest ethical standards. We seek employees from diverse backgrounds and life experiences to join our teams located in the United States and across the globe. People who identify as BIPOC, people with disabilities, people from the LGBTQ+ community and people with lived experiences of forced displacement or immigration are all encouraged to apply. We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects our vision, mission and values.

VISION:

HIAS stands for a world in which refugees find welcome, safety and opportunity.

MISSION:

Drawing on our Jewish values and history, HIAS provides vital services to refugees and asylum seekers around the world and advocates for their fundamental rights so they can rebuild their lives.

VALUES:

Welcome • Acogimiento • Hospitalité • Hachnasat Orchim

We Welcome the Stranger

Justice • Justicia • Justice • Tzedek

We Pursue Justice

Empathy • Empatía • Empathie • Chesed

We Approach our Clients with Empathy

Partnership • Compañerismo • Coopération • Chevruta

We Believe in Changing the World through Partnership

Courage • Coraje • Courage • Ometz

We Act with Courage to Build a Better World

Resilience • Resiliencia • Résilience • Ruach

We Adapt and Thrive, Continuously Demonstrating our Resilience

DIVERSITY:

HIAS is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnic background, ancestry, citizenship status, religious creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, pregnancy, childbirth, military status, protected veteran status, political orientation, or other legally protected status.

SAFEGUARDING:

HIAS is committed to the protection of children, vulnerable adults and any other person from any harm caused directly or indirectly due to their coming into contact with HIAS. We will not tolerate sexual exploitation, abuse or any form of child abuse or neglect by our staff or associated personnel. Any candidate offered a job with HIAS will be expected to sign and adhere to HIAS’ Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policies. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records. HIAS also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. Likewise, HIAS will share this information when other organizations inquire about current and former HIAS staff as part of their recruitment process. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.