IFRC Call for Candidates for Internal Operational Review of the Response to Ukraine and Impacted Countries Crisis

International Federation of Red Cross And Red Crescent Societies

Purpose: The purpose of this review is to assess the progress made towards operational and strategic goals of the IFRC-wide response in Ukraine and the seven neighbouring countries, and to formulate recommendations to inform future programming in those countries and the wider response.

We now have an agreed TOR for this evaluation (attached) and are seeking to identify an experienced team of 4 to 5 evaluators to carry out this task (1 external team leader and 4 to 5 team members).

The TEAM LEADER should have the following skills and experience:

  • Proven extensive experience in being the lead in conducting emergency response evaluation (7 to 10 years).
  • Master’s degree in international development, social sciences, humanitarian assistance or other related fields.
  • Good knowledge of strategic and operational management of humanitarian operations and an ability to provide strategic recommendations to key stakeholders;
  • Excellent writing and communication skills in English (reference and production of sample work required). Knowledge of written and verbal skills in Russian/Ukranian advantageous.
  • Familiarity with the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement and its disaster management system.
  • Knowledge of European response and protection mechanisms
  • Knowledge of cross-cutting issues, including protection, gender and inclusion (PGI) and community engagement and accountability (CEA) would be of interest
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to clearly synthesize and present findings, draw practical conclusions and to prepare well‐written reports in a timely manner;
  • Good team player and familiarity with working with people from different cultures/contexts.
  • Experience in managing teams remotely and comfortable working with online platforms.
  • Should not have been involved or have a vested interest in the IFRC operation being reviewed.
  • Considering the fact, that evaluation team members are required to travel within the region, and in view of challenges experienced due to visa restrictions, preference will be made accordingly.

Note: As a priority IFRC is looking for a team leader, but is open to also considering offers from small teams.

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit their application material by Tuesday 14 June 2022 midnight CEST to [email protected] with Team Leader for the IOR Ukraine and Impacted Countries written in the Subject Line.

Application materials should include:

Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Cover letter clearly summarizing experience as it pertains to this assignment, daily rate, and contact details for three professional referees.

Applicants are required to provide 1 example of a previous evaluation report they have authored.

Application materials are non-returnable, and we thank you in advance for understanding that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.


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