Third-Party Monitoring Coordinator – Sudan

Background

SoCha intends to submit a proposal to provide third-party monitoring (TPM), evaluation, and special studies services to support USAID’s Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA) programs in Sudan. The information and findings will be critical to ensure program learning and accountability which will also be useful for programmatic adjustments and future program design by USAID/BHA in Sudan. The project has the following objectives:

1. Conduct TPM activities in the South Kordofan and Blue Nile regions.
2. Conduct TPM activities in states of Sudan where USAID/BHA is unable to access program sites.
3. Deliver specific research studies or evaluations that provide in-depth analysis and insights into various aspects of the humanitarian programs being implemented in Sudan.

SoCha is seeking a full-time, qualified individual to fill the role of TPM Coordinator. The TPM Coordinator position will be based in the region and is contingent on contract award and USAID approval.

Scope of Work

The TPM Coordinator will provide overall technical guidance and support and verification of USAID’s Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance (BHA) TPM activities in the relevant regions of Sudan. Responsibilities will include:

• Provide technical guidance, support, and oversight of the activity.
• Oversee the development/refinement of the data collection methodology.
• Lead desk review of implementing partner reports, activity briefs, and other relevant documents.
• Lead in the development of the data collection tools, and participate in the pilot of the data collection tools, in-person and/or remote as well as any other data collection activities.
• Develop and compile weekly summary reports with key findings during the data collection.
• Lead the writing of the findings report and in presenting to USAID/BHA and other stakeholders.
• Participate in regular check-in calls and debriefs with USAID/BHA personnel and project staff.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in international affairs, a social science, or a related field and at least six (6) years of progressive experience in the subject matter OR a Master’s degree in international affairs, a social science, or a related field and at least four (4) years of progressive experience in the subject matter.
• A minimum of three (3) years leading the evaluations or research projects, including managing a team of data collectors.
• A minimum two (2) years working in non-permissive environments.
• Ability to diplomatically communicate orally and in writing, and work effectively with a wide range of USAID Implementing Partners (IPs) and stakeholders.
• Experience in data analytics and using statistical software packages for analysis and data visualization, as well as authoring high quality reports.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, including experience in presenting to USAID, national government, or related entities.
• A working knowledge of Arabic is highly desirable.

Location

TBD