Country: Montenegro
Closing date: 15 Jul 2016
Key intermediate tasks of the consultant:
- Desk review of relevant documents and reports;
- Develop more detailed evaluation methodology and work plan – draft to be submitted as a part of the Inception Report to UNICEF for approval, including the key instruments/interview questions;
- Conduct data collection through field visits (carry out interviews/focus groups with selected stakeholders, partners and beneficiaries);
- Present initial findings through a de-briefing meeting with UNICEF and implementing partners;
- Prepare two draft reports with the key findings, recommendations and lessons learned based on all the sources of information used;
- Based on feedback provided by UNICEF and implementing partners, prepare and submit the Final Report with all the key findings, recommendations and lessons learned following the UNICEF Evaluation Report Standards.
Minimum requirements:
- An advanced university degree, preferably in Social Sciences, Education or other relevant field;
- At least 5 years of documented evaluation expertise and experience
- Consultant with expertise in the area of education with a focus on early childhood education, inclusive education and children with special educational needs
- Proven knowledge of the education system in Montenegro, knowledge of the region is an asset
- Excellent report writing skills
- Good communication and presentation skills
- Excellent written and spoken English
- Ability to work to strict deadlines
- Knowledgeable about UN Evaluation policy
- Experience of working with the UN/UNICEF (obligatory)
How to apply:
The full Terms of Reference for the position and P11 form can be found on the website: www.unicef.org/montenegro or picked up at the UNICEF Montenegro office.
If you are a dynamic person who would like to contribute to delivering long-lasting, positive changes for Montenegro’s children, please apply by sending a CV, P11 form, financial offer and cover letter by email, mail or fax quoting the position “Individual Consultant or Consultancy Firm to conduct an Evaluation of the programme “Montenegro – Investment Case on Early Childhood Development” to the following address:
UNICEF, UN Eco House, Stanka Dragojevica bb, 81 000 Podgorica
Fax: +382 20 447 400
Email: podgorica@unicef.org
Closing date for applications is 1700 CET, July 15, 2016.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.