Consultant - Evaluation of Masters Training Program at Pro-Health International

About the Project

• Funded by the US CDC, PHI has supported the Federal Ministry of Health’s Port Health Services (PHS) in creating a Master Training Program (MTP).
• This program aims to develop skilled leaders in border health security, particularly at Points of Entry (POEs), helping to enhance the response to health threats.
• So far, PHI has trained 42 knowledge leaders, impacting over 1,000 personnel from PHS and associated agencies.

Job Overview

• We are seeking an experienced consultant to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the MTP. The evaluation will assess the program's effectiveness, impact, and success in meeting its objectives.
• The consultant will provide recommendations to improve and ensure the program’s sustainability, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and measurable outcomes for participants.

Key Responsibilities
Program Evaluation:

• Develop and apply a robust evaluation methodology, combining both qualitative and quantitative methods.
• Review the program’s objectives, structure, content, and delivery methods.
• Assess the program’s effectiveness in meeting participant and organizational needs.
• Evaluate the long-term impact on participant performance, behavior changes, and organizational capacity.

Data Collection:

• Design and implement evaluation tools such as surveys, interviews, and focus groups to gather feedback from participants, trainers, supervisors, and management.
• Conduct field visits, interviews, and focus groups as needed.
• Analyze data to identify strengths, weaknesses, and improvement areas.

Report Writing and Presentation:

• Prepare a detailed, objective evaluation report with findings.
• Identify key success factors, challenges, and lessons learned.
• Offer practical recommendations for future training initiatives.
• Write a manuscript based on the evaluation results for publication.
• Present the findings to key stakeholders.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand expectations and context for the evaluation.
• Maintain clear communication throughout the process to ensure alignment with organizational priorities.

Sustainability and Impact:

• Evaluate the long-term sustainability of the training program.
• Assess whether the program has achieved its goal of building the intended capacity.

Recommendations for Improvement:

• Provide actionable suggestions to enhance the design, delivery, and follow-up of future training programs.
• Propose strategies to improve participant engagement, knowledge retention, and skill application in the workplace.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Educational Background: Degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, or Organizational Development. A PhD or equivalent is preferred.

Experience:

• At least 5 years of experience in program evaluations, especially in training, capacity building, or professional development.
• Expertise in both qualitative and quantitative research methods, monitoring and evaluation, data collection, and analysis.
• Proven ability to write and publish reports or manuscripts.
• Familiarity with adult learning trends, training evaluation frameworks (e.g., Kirkpatrick, CIPP), and organizational development best practices.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent report writing and presentation abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., SPSS, NVivo, Excel) is a plus

Desired Attributes:

• Attention to detail and ability to synthesize complex information into actionable recommendations.
• Strategic thinking and creativity in problem-solving.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and commitment to delivering quality results.
• Familiarity with the relevant sector or industry is a plus.