Social Impact

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In Country Researcher, Evaluation of the MCC Côte d'Ivoire TVET Activity, Côte d’Ivoire Social Impact is a global development management consulting firm. We provide monitoring, evaluation, strategic planning, and capacity building services to advance development effectiveness. We work across all development sectors including democracy and governance, health and education, the environment, and economic growth. Since 1997 we have worked in over 100 countries for clients such as US government agencies, bilateral donors, multilateral development banks, foundations, and nonprofits. Evaluation Objective SI is conducting a mixed methods performance evaluation of the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Côte d'Ivoire (CDI) Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Activity. The TVET activity includes two sub-activities: i. New Model for Private Sector-Led TVET Sub-Activity; and ii. TVET Quality Management and Accountability Sub-Activity. Evaluation services include conducting the baseline, providing continuous monitoring of program implementation, and conduct the endline/final evaluation. The evaluation period of performance for this contract is 2024 to 2030. Position Description SI is seeking an in-country Ivorian researcher to support in the implementation, logistics, and data collection for the evaluation of the TVET Activity in Côte d’Ivoire. This is a part-time consultancy position which will run from 2026 - 2030. • Please note: This is a local position. Only candidates with Ivorian citizenship or permanent residency will be considered.** Responsibilities • Facilitate in-country communications, data requests, and stakeholder relationships with MCC, Ivorian government, TVET centers, and other relevant stakeholders. • Review relevant program documentation including administrative data and MCC documents as requested by SI. • Provide inputs to develop evaluation reports, survey instruments, and questionnaires including providing country-specific context. • Partake in training, execution, and oversight of data collection activities including qualitative interviews and surveys. • Travel within/to Abidjan, Bouaké and Yamoussoukro. • Support the development and planning of trips for international team members. Required Qualifications • A minimum of a bachelor's degree. • A minimum of five years of experience in research and evaluation. • Experience working with or discussing technical issues with government officials or international donors. • Experience working in the TVET sector preferred. • Fluency in French and working proficiency in English is required. Come join our energetic and innovative team! We offer you the opportunity to play a leading role in the growth of our company, work as part of a creative and committed team, and make a difference in the well-being of our world. To learn more about Social Impact, please visit our website: http://www.socialimpact.com SI is an EEO/AA/ADA Veterans Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. Please, no phone calls.