About Us
We are International Business & Technical Consultants, Inc. (IBTCI), a global consulting firm working some of the most complex and impactful development problems worldwide. We work on programs that help government agencies, private companies and donors improve the lives of others. At IBTCI you will be part of an inclusive team that provides expert solutions and advice to understand and address critical problems while giving you opportunities to succeed and grow. Currently IBTCI is preparing to provide evaluation services for USAID to study the Bureau for Humanitarian Response’s work with Covid-19 in a two year study.
Assignment Title: Researcher, Covid-19
Department/Location: Global Health Education & Econoics Practice (GHEE)
Technical Point of Contact: Practice Lead/Team Leader
Type: Consultant
Classification: Consultancy, Possibility of fulltime employement
Category: Proposal (This position is contingent upon award.)
Overview: IBTCI seeks research methodologists to participate in a two-year evaluation for USAID about global Covid-19 response and field implementation. This would be a member of a team and conduct an extensive amount of document review and interviews with implementers, including NGOs and UN organizations. The position would require analysis of data and writing, ability to work remotely.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties/Tasks and Responsibilities:
Support the evaluation team in meeting written deliverables.
Conduct desk research on topics related to food assistance, health, climate change, gender, humanitarian principles, etc, particularly in regard to mitigating Covid-19.
Gathering evaluation documentation and conducting desktop review and key interviews with stakeholders in over 20 countries.
Drafting key sections about in-depth issues in reports the team’s evaluations products
This position does not authorize/require the consultant to directly communicate with IBTCI clients
This position does not authorize/require the consultant to have decision making authority on final work product.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Global Affairs, International Development or Monitoring and Evaluation related fields is required. Master’s degree in preferred.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Support the evaluation team in meeting written deliverables.
Knowledge of food assistance and emergency assistance programs is required.
Research experience Data analyses and evaluation methods with USAID protocols.
Presentation skills
Formatting reports and other documents
Working Environment: Remote work is expected
Supervisory Responsibilities: This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Physical Requirements: This is largely a sedentary position that requires the ability to speak, hear, see, and lift small objects up to 20 lbs.
Travel: International travel may be required and may include travel to fragile or conflict prone zones.
About the Organization:
IBTCI has been in business since 1987. We specialize in Monitoring, Evaluation, Research & Learning (MERL), Institutional Support (IS), Financial & Risk Management (FRM), Supply Chain Management & Procurement (SCMP); Social & Behavior Change (SBC) and Capacity Building. We provide these services across many sectors including, but not limited to, agriculture, resilience & food security, conflict & crisis, democracy & governance, economic growth & trade, education, energy & Infrastructure, environment & climate change, global health & WASH and humanitarian and disaster assistance. At IBTCI, our colleagues are encouraged to collaborate and be part of the solution while getting the tools and guidance needed to grow and support our clients’ missions.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
IBTCI is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identification, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran, or any other classification protected by applicable anti-discrimination laws. We prohibit and do not tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
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We are International Business & Technical Consultants, Inc. (IBTCI), a global consulting firm working some of the most complex and impactful development problems worldwide. We work on programs that help government agencies, private companies and donors improve the lives of others. At IBTCI you will be part of an inclusive team that provides expert solutions and advice to understand and address critical problems while giving you opportunities to succeed and grow.
