Action Contre la Faim recruits 01 Socio-Economic, Value-Chains and Actors Study

Action Contre la Faim recruits 01 Socio-Economic, Value-Chains and Actors Study

Action Against Hunger is an international NGO with expertise in Nutrition-Health, WaSH, FSL and MHCP. In Iraq, Action Against Hunger has its main bases in Erbil, Baghdad, Mosul and Dohuk and sub-bases in Haman Al Alil (Ninewa Governorate) and Sinune (Sinjar District, Ninewa Governorate). Action Against Hunger is working in WaSH, FSL, and MHCP, Protection and Gender in its areas of operations with a humanitarian and recovery mandate. In Sinjar District, Action Against Hunger is currently implementing a food security and livelihoods project through cash for work and in-kind support as well as conducting an assessment on mental health and psycho-social services.

Scope of the Study

The study should improve Action Against Hunger’s understanding of the socio-economic situation, actors and their dynamics / relationships and triggers of violence as well as value-chain activities in Sinjar District. Particular attention should be given to the inclusion of women in the economic activities, beyond the traditional scope of work. Findings from the study will be used by Action Against Hunger’s Country Coordination Team to guide and improve the effectiveness of future programmes in Sinjar District. Furthermore, the findings of the study will also be shared with other humanitarian actors, donors and policy-makers to enhance their support for conflict-sensitive / do no harm programming in Sinjar District.

For more details please check terms of reference attached

• Advanced university degree or equivalent in Social Sciences
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in research / study and / or evaluation
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in the humanitarian sector
• Strong experience in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies
• Strong experience in data analysis
• Experience in market and value chain assessments, employment or income generation activities required
• Familiarity with key humanitarian principles
• Familiarity with the context in Iraq
• Ability to work independently and achieve results without close supervision
• Strong report writing skills
• Fluent English / Desirable Arabic or Kurdish
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, and flexibility

hodhr@iq-actionagainsthunger.org and deputycd-er@iq-actionagainsthunger.org :

• Cover letter: stating candidate skill and experience suitable for the consultancy (max 1 page)
• Outline of evaluation framework and methods, proposed timeframe, work plan and budget (max 3 pages)
• CV of proposed individual(s) and sample of similar assessments/research carried out previously.