Mid-term Review (MTR) Consultant at World Food Programme

Suva, Central, Fiji -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Monitoring, Performance Management, Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research, Workshop Facilitation, Training, Logistics, Food Security, Emergency Response, Social Protection, Telecommunications, Cultural Sensitivity, Risk Assessment

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS 12 October 2025-23:59-GMT+12:00 Fiji Time (Fiji) WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability. ABOUT WFP The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change. At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves. To learn more about WFP, visit our website: https://www.wfp.org and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok. WHY JOIN WFP? WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate. WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment. WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities. A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe. We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement). BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT The Mid-term Review (MTR) is a WFP Country Office-driven participatory exercise to assess the performance of a Country Strategic Plan (CSP). It has the objective of promoting internal learning to inform operational decision-making and adjustments to on-going programmes. WFP under its 5-year MCSP supports Pacific governments and regional stakeholders in strengthening capacity, systems, and coordination, with a contingency to provide common services and platforms for supporting national disaster preparedness and response efforts. This includes strengthening national and regional logistics, capacity for food security and nutrition data collection and analysis, cash-based transfers, social protection and emergency telecommunications architecture. The Pacific MCO is conducting an MTR to assess progress mid-point through the MCSP 2023-2027 Outcomes - with the Strategic Outcome 1 focusing on strengthening capacity to prepare for and respond to emergencies and the Strategic Outcome 2 representing a contingency under which WFP delivers selected services to humanitarian partners. The MTR aims to facilitate learning and reflection in the Pacific MCO about progress towards the achievement of results as well as key constraints and enablers of implementation. Additionally, the review will provide action-oriented recommendations at both operational and strategic levels to enhance achievement of results. The timing of the MTR ensures its findings will inform the MCSP Evaluation scheduled for 2026, contributing to the design of the next MCSP cycle in 2027. Under the supervision of the Head of RAM and technical guidance from the monitoring team, the M&E Consultant will facilitate the process of the Mid-Term Review in line with the established Terms of References (ToR). ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES - Work in close collaboration with internal WFP staff and external partners to strengthen data/information quality, accuracy and consistency to build a credible evidence base. - Provide timely constructive technical feedback to the PMCO MTR Reference Group. - Gather information and conduct qualitative/quantitative data analysis (desk review, Key Informant Interviews, Focus Group Discussions) - Coordinate with Activity Managers and Information Management Task Force to prepare field site visit schedules, as required - Facilitate workshop with key stakeholders (organizing workshop activities, developing questions, mapping findings and discussions), as required - Hold debriefing meetings with management and key stakeholders at the end of the mission with initial findings - Produce and finalize a Mid-term Review Report with key findings and recommendations. - Provide support and on-the-job training to the newly hired M&E Associate. - While waiting for M&E Associate to be onboarded, ensure COMET is up to date and M&E compliance measures are met for the PMCO. DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT - Short, analytical and action-oriented Mid-term Review report with key findings and recommendations. - Support, on-the-job training and mentoring to the PMCO M&E Associate. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Education: - Advanced University degree in Sociology, Social Development, Development Economics or Performance Management or other relevant field, or - First University degree with additional years of relevant work experience and/or training/courses. Experience - 6-10 years’ experience in humanitarian/development field - Preferred: previous experience working with WFP/other UN agencies/ implementing partners, conducting reviews, evaluations or monitoring exercises. Knowledge & Skills: - Demonstrated skills in project management in general and managing processes. - Demonstrated advanced skills in analysis, listening, influencing and management of stakeholder relationships. - Ability to engage diverse internal and external stakeholders proactively - Understanding of the country/regional context - Technical knowledge in key aspects of the review (scope and objectives, methodology, data analysis and interpretation, risk assessment, etc.). - Knowledge of monitoring and performance management concepts and principles. - Familiarity with humanitarian/development planning and implementation systems and institutional roles. - Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability. Languages: - Fluency (level C) in English language. WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission. Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact: global.inclusion@wfp.org NO FEE DISCLAIMER The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web. REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable). Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application. Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time Please contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org in case you face any challenges with submitting your application Only shortlisted candidates will be notified All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks. No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service. If you used to have an account on our previous platform, please note that you will need to create a new account for future applications. However, this change will not affect any ongoing recruitment processes. To ensure that WFP is able to deliver on its mandate, a range of contract types exist depending on the duration and nature of work. Find out more here. Our greatest strength is the people working around the world providing access to nutritious food and promoting lasting solutions to those we serve. WFP provides its staff with meaningful and impactful careers, continuous learning and training, and a multicultural and stimulating work environment. WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status, physical or mental disability. The United Nations World Food Programme is the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate. We are the world’s largest humanitarian organization, saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impact of climate change. Read more about WFP’s history here, and WFP’s mission here Want to hear what it’s like working for WFP? 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Responsibilities

The consultant will facilitate the Mid-term Review process, collaborating with internal and external partners to assess the performance of the Country Strategic Plan. They will gather and analyze data, conduct workshops, and produce a report with findings and recommendations.