Impact Evaluation Specialist
Pubblicato il 19-10-2026 - Global Roles in Roma
pThe Impact Evaluation Specialist supports the coordination and management of WFP's Climate and Resilience Impact Evaluation Window and leads or contributes to the delivery of impact evaluations. The role involves designing impact evaluations, managing data collection and analysis, engaging with stakeholders, and producing reports to support evidence-based decision making in humanitarian and development contexts. /ph3Responsibilities /h3ulliSupport the coordination and management of the WFP’s Climate and Resilience Impact Evaluation Window including defining evidence priorities, delivering window level deliverables, and maintaining management tools and data systems. /liliLead or contribute to the design and delivery of impact evaluations under the Climate and Resilience Window using best practices and WFP Process Guide. /liliLead or contribute to procurement of Institutional Review Board approvals and data collection firms, and support data collection activities. /liliAssist in the design, revision, and programming of household survey questionnaires. /liliLead or support data analysis in accordance with agreed impact evaluation designs and timelines. /liliEngage with field coordinators and stakeholders at country and regional office levels. /liliProduce or review detailed reports outlining impact evaluation activities and findings at inception, mid-line(s), and end line stages. /liliSupport quality assurance and peer review processes for impact evaluation reports. /liliLead or support design and dissemination workshops and undertake field visits as required. /liliPerform any other duties assigned by the Head of the Impact Evaluation Unit. /li /ulh3Requirements /h3ulliMasters degree in academic disciplines relevant to the assignment (economics, political science, development studies, etc.). A doctoral degree is considered an advantage.
/liliA minimum of 6 years’ professional experience supporting the delivery and quality of impact evaluations, and preferably with exposure to climate/resilience impact evaluations or research. /liliExperience managing Randomized Control Trials in the field is considered a plus. /liliExperience working with UN and multilateral agencies is considered a plus. /liliExcellent research skills. /liliSolid knowledge of quantitative methods used for identifying and measuring impacts (e.g. survey design, implicit association tests, etc.). /liliProficiency in using statistical software packages (Stata, R, SPSS, etc.). /liliFully computer-literate with excellent skills in Word, Excel, Power Point and database management. /liliStrong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to work effectively and sensitively in diverse teams. Experience working with government partners is desirable. /liliStrong organizational and planning skills to manage multi‑partner workplans. Ability to track implementation progress and ensure timely follow‑up. /liliAdapt in bringing together diverse stakeholders and facilitating collaborative decision‑making. /liliExcellent written, verbal and visual communication skills. Ability to effectively bridge academic and practitioner audiences. /liliWell organised and systematic. /liliFluency (level C) in English language. /liliIntermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language is a requirement. /li /ulh3Skills /h3ulliImpact Evaluation /liliRandomized Controlled Trials /liliQuantitative Methods /liliSurvey Design /liliStatistical Software Stata /liliSTATA /liliSPSS /liliDatabase Management /liliWord /liliExcel /liliPower Point /liliResearch Skills /liliMulti-Partner Workplan Management /liliStakeholder Engagement /liliCollaborative Decision-Making /liliReport Writing /liliClimate Impact Evaluation /liliResilience Impact Evaluation /li /ulh3Languages /h3pEnglish /p #J-18808-Ljbffr