Evaluation Analyst

  • Mid-level
  • Posted on 3 July 2007
  • United States
  • Closing on 26 May 2007

Job Description

  • Evaluation Analyst
Country: World Bank Project: ASSESSING K&L LINKS TO WB BUSINESS NEEDS Financing: World Bank Abstract: EVALUATION ANALYST – WORLD BANK INSTITUTE EVALUATION GROUP Sector: Consultants Loan/Credit Number: Project ID No. P103013 Contract/Bid Number: Request for Expression of Interest
  • Deadline: 26 May 2007

• Selection Method: Individual Competitive Selection • Office hours for further information 0900 to 1700 hours (EST)

  • Assignment Description
  • Summary of the Consultancy: Up to 30 days by 29 June 2007. * • To collect data, merge databases, conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses. • Estimated remuneration between US$ 200 and US$ 400 per day, commensurate with experience (contract extension possible.)
  • Location of Work: * World Bank Headquarters; 701 18th St., N.W.; Washington, DC; United States of America
  • Task Description: WBIEG is seeking the services of a consultant to work with an evaluation team and perform the following tasks:

1. Collect information on a sample of World Bank knowledge products (by researching the web and interviewing the authors).

2. Extract users’ data for web-based knowledge products using mainly Omniture SiteCatalyst (training will be provided, if needed).

3. Merge datasets from a wide range of databases to create a database of knowledge products and their descriptions and a database of their users.

4. Document dataset variables in code books and data management in decision rules files.

5. Analyze the quantitative and qualitative responses to a two-question survey of World Bank staff (about 300 respondents).

6. Assist with the systematic categorization the knowledge products.

7. Conduct descriptive and inferential statistical analyses.

8. Prepare tables, charts, and annexes for the evaluation report.

9. Assist with other project-related tasks, as required.

  • Selection Criteria:

• Master’s Degree or higher with at least two years of relevant experience • Advanced data management skills using a variety of applications including Excel • Proficient with descriptive and inferential statistical analysis (including Chi-Square, OLS, Logit) using SPSS, Stata and/or SAS • Proficient with qualitative analysis • Systematic, accurate, detail-oriented, and organized • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to request information diplomatically • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English • Team oriented, flexible, and problem-solver • Ability to work in a multicultural environment

  • Preferred (but not mandatory) Criteria *

• World Bank experience, notably familiarity with its knowledge and learning products • Proficient with Omniture SiteCatalyst

  • Criteria: Interested consultants should provide information showing that they are qualified in the field of assignment.
  • Background:* The consultant will work for the World Bank in a unit called the World Bank Institute Evaluation Group (WBIEG). This unit evaluates training, learning opportunities and capacity development initiatives sponsored by the World Bank for its clients and staff.

The tasks described above relate to an assessment of the links between the World Bank’s Knowledge and Learning opportunities available to its staff and its business priorities. A consultant is sought between now and 29 June 2007 to identify the learning and knowledge products available to World Bank staff and assess their use.

Funding Source: The World Bank intends to finance the assignment/services described below under a trust fund from the World Bank Administrative Fund.

Individual/Firm Profile: The consultant should be an individual or an individual expert proposed by a firm.

  • Submission Requirements: * Interested consultants are hereby invited to submit expressions of interest in e-mailing their CVs to WBIEG and answering the following questions:

1. Have you ever worked for the World Bank?

2. Do you have any relative working for the World Bank? (If so, please indicate your family relation to this person, e.g., wife, son, etc.)

3. How soon could you start this job?

4. What are your work schedule restrictions, if any? Short-listed applicants will be invited to answer interview questions and to take a two-hour computer-based entry test of data management and data analysis skills. (Advanced knowledge of Excel is required for the test.)

Notes: Consultants will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in the current edition of the World Bank’s Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants by World Bank Borrowers.

  • Contact:*

Attn: Lashann Johnson The World Bank 1818 H Street, NW Washington D.C. 20433 United States of America E-mail: Web site: ,,contentMDK:20252876menuPK:434966pagePK:209023piPK:335094theSitePK:213799,

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