Details 

Location: Global   

Application Deadline: Please apply by October 31, 2024

Salary Range: up to $20,000 paid over the duration of the contract

Summary 

Eurasia Foundation (EF) is a non-profit international development organization committed to the idea that societies function best when people take responsibility for their own civic and economic prosperity. We envision a future where all people have the opportunity to realize their potential and transform their societies. Since 1992, Eurasia Foundation has equipped forward-thinking people across Europe, Eurasia, Asia, and the Middle East, with the tools, knowledge, and resources needed to address issues of concern in their communities. Our success showcases the power of a vibrant civil society to drive real and lasting change. 

Eurasia Foundation is actively seeking a qualified individual with expertise in monitoring and evaluating projects related to social empowerment. The selected candidate will play a crucial role in examining program activities, challenges, and operational plans, conducting comprehensive analyses of impacts and objectives, and providing strategic insights for transitional planning.  

Essential Functions  

• Review all program reports and documents to gain a thorough understanding of program activities, challenges, and operational plans. 
• Conduct in-depth analyses of program impacts, objectives, and activities, with a particular focus on extracting insights and reflections. 
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the program’s online presence and branding strategies  
• Provide strategic insights and recommendations for transitional planning based on analytic findings. 
• Develop and compile a comprehensive report summarizing the program’s key achievements, challenges, and lessons learned. 
• Liaise with program staff on design and implementation of the evaluation process; 
• Serve as a technical expert to conduct data collection activities, including interviews with selected participants and data analysis activities; 
• Produce a comprehensive analytical report including the following items: 
• Description of evaluation goals and objectives  
• Description of the evaluation methodology and data collection tools 
• Description of the data analysis process 
• Presentation of the main findings  
• Presentation of the main conclusions 
• Presentation of key lessons learned 
• Programmatic recommendations for EF

Education  

• Master’s degree in social sciences, international development, or related fields(preferred).  

Qualifications/Experience  

• Excellent report-writing skills in English. 
• Familiarity with principles-focused or experimental evaluations desirable; 
• Strong ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing; 
• Team player with the ability to closely collaborate with DC-based staff, partners, and stakeholders; 
• Relevant work experience with training programs, preferably online programs;  
• Minimum 4–6 years of experience in designing, overseeing, and implementing project M&E or combination of education, training and experience;
• Experience with qualitative and quantitative M&E data collection and analysis methods;
• Relevant work experience with educational programs, preferably online programs. 
• Expertise in monitoring and evaluating projects related to social empowerment.