Assessment Specialist – Global WASH Cluster/Field Support Team

at  IMPACT Initiatives

ABOUT IMPACT AND REACH

IMPACT Initiatives is a humanitarian think tank, based in Geneva, Switzerland. The organisation manages several initiatives, including the REACH Initiative, which was created in 2010 to facilitate the development of information tools and products that enhance the capacity of aid actors to make evidence-based decisions in emergency, recovery and development contexts. The IMPACT team comprises specialists in research design; data collection, management and analysis; GIS and remote-sensing.

REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s degree in a relevant field (data science, public health, economics, statistics, engineering, development / humanitarian studies, etc.).
• Minimum 3 years (5 preferred) of experience in assessment, information management, monitoring and evaluation, or operational research.
• Minimum 3 years (5 preferred) of field experience in complex humanitarian crises.
• Proven track record of successful implementation of humanitarian assessments.
• Familiarity with the humanitarian coordination architecture and mechanisms.
• Excellent leadership and supervisory skills, ability to motivate and empower colleagues.
• Fluent English and good command of another language. French language knowledge is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel up to 60% of the time and with very short (72 hours) notice to crisis affected areas.
• Resilience to stress and ability to work under difficult conditions.
• Computer skills, including Excel and InDesign. Knowledge of R a strength.
• Experience using mobile data collection software, such as Kobo toolbox.
• Applicants must hold a valid work permit for Switzerland or be EU/EFTA citizens (you are required to include this information in your application).

Please refer the Job description for details