Consultant (External Evaluator for JFiT-DHE)

Overview

Conduct an external evaluation of the "Consolidating the Gains in Policy Development and Capacity Building for the Preservation and Accessibility of Documentary Heritage" project to assess its performance against OECD-DAC criteria and inform future initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Map evaluation stakeholders and maintain engagement.
• Organize and conduct stakeholder meetings.
• Draft and conduct stakeholder interviews, gather and analyse data.
• Draft a preliminary and final evaluation report.
• Draft a maximum 4-page summary of evaluation findings and recommendations.
• Develop a communication plan for disseminating findings.

Required Experience

A minimum of five (5) years of experience in qualitative and quantitative evaluation methods in social sciences research. Experience in conducting evaluations in the information and/or cultural-related sectors. Strong understanding of UNESCO’s mandate and knowledge of the 2015 Recommendation for the Preservation of and Access to Documentary Heritage, including its Digital Form. (Desirable) Relevant professional experience in UNESCO’s programmes and/or normative tools in the field of communication and information. (Desirable) Submission of at least two (2) references/supporting examples of relevant evaluations previously completed.

Qualifications

An advanced university degree (master’s or equivalent) in social sciences, information, communication, archival science, records management, or related discipline, including history, archaeology, sociology, heritage studies.

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