Evaluation Assistant

Terms of Reference - Evaluation Assistant

GOAL Nepal along with its implementing partners is supporting earthquake affected families in Rasuwa and Ramechap to rebuild their lives under ECHO and DFID funded projects. GOAL Nepal seeks to recruit below mentioned position to support evaluation of above projects.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Position Title: Evaluation Assistant

Department: Program / M&E

Opening: 1

Duty Station: Kathmandu with regular field visits

Reports to: M&E Officer

Supervises: None

Effective Date: Immediately

Position Status: Full time

Contract Period: Fixed Term for 2 month 

The Evaluation Assistant will provide support to M&E Officer for evaluation of GOAL Nepal's projects and assist in assessment of new programme areas as well. S/he will assist in design of evaluation and assessment tools, conducting field surveys and gathering of data, and in preparation of reports.

DUTIES:

• Assist in compilation of data and information for evaluation purpose
• Assist in preparation of assessment checklists, survey questionnaires and translate them into Nepali if required
• Visit GOAL project areas and engage in data gathering, conduct participatory assessments and key informant interviews
• Train local enumerators for digital data gathering and ensure quality data collection
• Assist in producing analysis and preparation of final reports and case studies

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors in Social Sciences, Development Studies, International Development, Economics or any other relevant discipline.
• 1 year experience in social research or evaluation including data collection, data entry, and participatory assessment techniques.
• Demonstrated experience in data analysis and drafting of reports.
• Experience in using data entry/statistical package software (MS-Excel / SPSS ).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Nepali.
• Experience in working in rural parts of Nepal in emergency settings is desirable.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Interested applicants meeting above job requirements are requested to send their cover letter explaining how your skills and experience relate to this job description and updated CV to M&E Officer at adevkota@np.goal.ie with subject line Application for the position - Evaluation Assistant. 

Application deadline: 8th May 2016