Management Systems International
Junior Evaluators/Research Analysts (Proposal)
Management Systems International, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Overview
Company Profile:
Management Systems International (MSI), a Tetra Tech Company, is a Washington, D.C. metro area management consultancy with a 40-year history of delivering results for our clients. Our expertise is in the fields of monitoring and evaluation; democracy and governance; peace and stability; rule of law and accountability; education; gender and inclusion; strategic communications; and leadership and organizational development. MSI has implemented projects in 90 countries around the world and works domestically. We support clients ranging from the U.S. Government (e.g., USAID, DoD, DOS and LDO) and the Millennium Challenge Corporation to large bilateral and multilateral donors, NGOs, think tanks, foundations and universities. For more information, please visit our website at www.msiworldwide.com. Proposal Summary:
Tetra Tech is pursuing an opportunity with the World Food Programme (WFP) that will commission a series of global, strategic, and country-level evaluations to inform future programming and strengthen accountability. These evaluations will be commissioned through long-term agreements (frameworks) active until at least 2028, with the possibility of extensions through 2030. WFP Evaluation Themes:
WFP’s evaluation themes cover 18 areas: 1) Crisis response and humanitarian assistance; 2) Food security and nutrition; 3) School-based programs; 4) Smallholder agricultural market support; 5) Resilience-building and climate adaptation; 6) Social protection; 7) Supply chain logistics; 8) Common services including aviation, shipping, fleet management; 9) Capacity strengthening; 10) Gender equality and empowerment of women, inclusion; 11) Accountability to affected populations (AAP) and protection; 12) Humanitarian-Development-Peace Nexus; 13) Humanitarian Principles and Conflict Sensitivity; 14) Institutional analysis and workforce management; 15) Risk management and mitigation; 16) Advocacy and humanitarian diplomacy; 17) Emergency needs assessment; 18) Exiting emergencies. Position Summary:
MSI is recruiting for junior evaluators and research analysts (3 to 5 years of professional experience in research and analysis specifically related to evaluations). Under the guidance of the Evaluation Team Leader, junior evaluators and research analysts will conduct rigorous research and analysis to support evaluations of WFP programs and initiatives, contributing to actionable insights and evidence to improve program effectiveness and impact. MSI is recruiting for at least 10 roles with relevant experience across regions including Latin America and the Caribbean; West Africa; East Africa; Southern Africa; and Europe/Asia (inclusive of MENA). Responsibilities
Conduct literature reviews, data collection, and qualitative and quantitative analysis for evaluation reports. Support the design and implementation of evaluation methodologies appropriate to UN or multilateral organization evaluations. Analyze complex data sets to identify trends, patterns, and insights relevant to WFP program evaluations. Prepare clear, concise, and well-structured analytical reports and presentations. Collaborate with evaluation teams and stakeholders to ensure quality and relevance of evaluation outputs. Translate research findings into actionable recommendations to inform WFP programmatic and strategic decisions. Support multi-lingual research activities, including data collection and report drafting in English and either French or Spanish. Contribute to capacity building by sharing knowledge and best practices within the evaluation team. Qualifications
Minimum of Bachelor’s degree. Minimum of 3 to 5 years of professional experience in research and analysis specifically related to evaluations. Proven experience conducting research and analysis for global-scale evaluations within the UN or other multilateral organizations. Strong analytical skills with the ability to handle both qualitative and quantitative data. Proficiency in English and at least one additional UN language (French or Spanish) is mandatory. Experience working in multicultural and multilingual environments. Familiarity with evaluation methodologies, data analysis software, and research tools. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. MSI and Tetra Tech are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans. Reasonable Accommodations
If you would like to request reasonable accommodations during the application process, please visit Tetra Tech’s Disability Assistance Page. Our recruitment team looks forward to engaging in an interactive process to provide reasonable accommodations for candidates. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. Opportunity and Contact
Proposal and tender opportunity: U.S. Teams and Clients in Agriculture and Food Security (International Development), Climate Change Services (International Development), Economic Growth (International Development), Education (International Development), Gender Equity, Disability, and Social Inclusion (International Development), Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (International Development), Water Security and Sanitation (International Development).
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Company Profile:
Management Systems International (MSI), a Tetra Tech Company, is a Washington, D.C. metro area management consultancy with a 40-year history of delivering results for our clients. Our expertise is in the fields of monitoring and evaluation; democracy and governance; peace and stability; rule of law and accountability; education; gender and inclusion; strategic communications; and leadership and organizational development. MSI has implemented projects in 90 countries around the world and works domestically. We support clients ranging from the U.S. Government (e.g., USAID, DoD, DOS and LDO) and the Millennium Challenge Corporation to large bilateral and multilateral donors, NGOs, think tanks, foundations and universities. For more information, please visit our website at www.msiworldwide.com. Proposal Summary:
Tetra Tech is pursuing an opportunity with the World Food Programme (WFP) that will commission a series of global, strategic, and country-level evaluations to inform future programming and strengthen accountability. These evaluations will be commissioned through long-term agreements (frameworks) active until at least 2028, with the possibility of extensions through 2030. WFP Evaluation Themes:
WFP’s evaluation themes cover 18 areas: 1) Crisis response and humanitarian assistance; 2) Food security and nutrition; 3) School-based programs; 4) Smallholder agricultural market support; 5) Resilience-building and climate adaptation; 6) Social protection; 7) Supply chain logistics; 8) Common services including aviation, shipping, fleet management; 9) Capacity strengthening; 10) Gender equality and empowerment of women, inclusion; 11) Accountability to affected populations (AAP) and protection; 12) Humanitarian-Development-Peace Nexus; 13) Humanitarian Principles and Conflict Sensitivity; 14) Institutional analysis and workforce management; 15) Risk management and mitigation; 16) Advocacy and humanitarian diplomacy; 17) Emergency needs assessment; 18) Exiting emergencies. Position Summary:
MSI is recruiting for junior evaluators and research analysts (3 to 5 years of professional experience in research and analysis specifically related to evaluations). Under the guidance of the Evaluation Team Leader, junior evaluators and research analysts will conduct rigorous research and analysis to support evaluations of WFP programs and initiatives, contributing to actionable insights and evidence to improve program effectiveness and impact. MSI is recruiting for at least 10 roles with relevant experience across regions including Latin America and the Caribbean; West Africa; East Africa; Southern Africa; and Europe/Asia (inclusive of MENA). Responsibilities
Conduct literature reviews, data collection, and qualitative and quantitative analysis for evaluation reports. Support the design and implementation of evaluation methodologies appropriate to UN or multilateral organization evaluations. Analyze complex data sets to identify trends, patterns, and insights relevant to WFP program evaluations. Prepare clear, concise, and well-structured analytical reports and presentations. Collaborate with evaluation teams and stakeholders to ensure quality and relevance of evaluation outputs. Translate research findings into actionable recommendations to inform WFP programmatic and strategic decisions. Support multi-lingual research activities, including data collection and report drafting in English and either French or Spanish. Contribute to capacity building by sharing knowledge and best practices within the evaluation team. Qualifications
Minimum of Bachelor’s degree. Minimum of 3 to 5 years of professional experience in research and analysis specifically related to evaluations. Proven experience conducting research and analysis for global-scale evaluations within the UN or other multilateral organizations. Strong analytical skills with the ability to handle both qualitative and quantitative data. Proficiency in English and at least one additional UN language (French or Spanish) is mandatory. Experience working in multicultural and multilingual environments. Familiarity with evaluation methodologies, data analysis software, and research tools. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. MSI and Tetra Tech are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans. Reasonable Accommodations
If you would like to request reasonable accommodations during the application process, please visit Tetra Tech’s Disability Assistance Page. Our recruitment team looks forward to engaging in an interactive process to provide reasonable accommodations for candidates. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. Opportunity and Contact
Proposal and tender opportunity: U.S. Teams and Clients in Agriculture and Food Security (International Development), Climate Change Services (International Development), Economic Growth (International Development), Education (International Development), Gender Equity, Disability, and Social Inclusion (International Development), Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (International Development), Water Security and Sanitation (International Development).
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