Jobs at Navanti

Position Description:

Navanti is seeking an Evaluation Specialist who will be responsible for the overall design of data collection tools and procedures, lead training of research assistants, manage and analyze both qualitative and quantitative data collected from the field. Under the technical leadership of the MEL Support Activity, The Evaluation Specialist will be working alongside three other team members on the evaluation of the NEC activity. The Evaluation Specialist will consult with the team lead, USAID, NEC Activity implementation team and partners to develop appropriate questions before the assessment and will also facilitate input from all team members throughout the duration of the evaluation.

Responsibilities:

The Evaluation Specialist will…

• Design the data collection instruments and ensure it addresses all evaluation objectives.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data using both qualitative and quantitative methods.
• Analyze data sets using statistical methods and relational databases.
• Support in preparing reports of research findings.
• Work with the team leader in planning, developing, coordinating, and administering research tools.
• Perform quality assurance reviews of both quantitative and qualitative data.
• Support the team leader in writing or editing technical reports and summaries of findings.
• Work with the team leader to perform desk review and identify additional information required for analysis.
• Work with the Team Leader in preparation and presentation of the In-brief and Out-brief to USAID/Nigeria and other stakeholders as requested.
• Support the team leader to develop the draft Evaluation report with support from the team members, taking into consideration feedback from the Out-brief presentation.
• Work with the team leader to respond to USAID comments on the draft report, incorporate USAID/Nigeria staff comments into the final version of the report and finalize the report.
• Work collaboratively with team members throughout design, implementation, analysis, and report writing to complement each other's areas of expertise.

Qualifications:

The candidate is expected to have the following qualifications…

• A minimum of eight years of experience in program evaluation design, management, and implementation or a similar role.
• Advanced degree in conflict resolution, peace studies, social work, psychology, sociology, or related field.
• Experience with qualitative and quantitative research methods.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of statistical software programs, such as SPSS or STATA.
• Previous experience as evaluation specialist on peacebuilding, conflict resolution and conflict assessment-sector evaluations, assessments, and research studies. USAID evaluation experience strongly preferred.
• Previous experience working in Africa preferably Nigeria.

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Position Description:

Navanti is seeking an International Team Leader who will be responsible for the overall management of the evaluation team’s effort and ensuring a rigorous and high-quality evaluation. Under the technical leadership of the MEL Support Activity, The Team Leader will be working alongside three Nigerian team members. The Team Leader will consult with and facilitate input from all team members throughout the duration of the evaluation.

Responsibilities:

The Team Leader will…

• Oversee and lead on major evaluation activities, including the evaluation design, methodology development of instruments, data collection, synthesis of data, presentations, and preparation of final report with team contributions.
• Provide leadership for the team and coordinate activities as necessary.
• Coordinate with USAID/Nigeria.
• Oversee the work plan and ensure all team members are contributing expertise and technical inputs.
• Perform desk review and identify additional information required for analysis.
• Schedule and interview key stakeholders and beneficiaries.
• Coordinate team's ongoing analysis of qualitative and quantitative data.
• Lead the preparation and presentation of the In-brief and Out-brief to USAID/Nigeria and other stakeholders as requested.
• Write the draft Evaluation report with support from the team members, taking into consideration feedback from the Out-brief presentation.
• Respond to USAID comments on the draft report, incorporate USAID/Nigeria staff comments into the final version of the report and finalize the report.
• Present evaluation results to diverse audiences according to USAID standard reporting
• Work collaboratively with team members throughout design, implementation, analysis, and report writing to complement each other's areas of expertise.

Qualifications:

The candidate is expected to have the following qualifications…

• A minimum of ten years of experience in evaluation design, methods, management, and implementation.
• Previous experience serving as Team Leader on peacebuilding, conflict resolution and conflict assessment-sector evaluations, assessments, and research studies. USAID evaluation experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in both qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis. Gender and age group analysis skills preferred.
• Technical expertise in conflict analysis and conflict assessment.
• Experience leading a team of evaluators.
• Background in USAID’s cross-cutting program priorities, such as gender equality and women’s empowerment, youth, etc.
• Previous experience working in Africa.
• Experience facilitating and providing leadership in collaborative and participatory evaluations with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent writing, communication, and presentation skills.
• The ability to produce preliminary and final reports on time.