Evaluation Consultant

Job Identification (Reference Number): 19854Position Title: Evaluation ConsultantDuty Station City: SuvaDuty Station Country: FijiContract Type: Consultant B Recruiting Type: Consultancy Vacancy Type: Call for ApplicationsInitial duration: 3 monthsClosing date: 31 March 2026Context:The project “Partnerships for Climate Mobility”, funded by UN Trust Fund for Human Security (UNTFHS), builds on the Pacific Climate Change Migration and Human Security (PCCMHS) programme and the newly endorsed Pacific Regional Framework on Climate Mobility. It aims to strengthen resilience and adaptive capacity of vulnerable communities in Fiji and Tuvalu, while generating lessons and policy guidance applicable across all Pacific Island Countries. By promoting inclusive, rights-based approaches to planned relocation, migration, and displacement, the project seeks to ensure that mobility remains a choice, displacement is minimized, and communities are empowered to adapt to climate change.The project aims to strengthen resilience and adaptive capacity of vulnerable communities facing climate related mobility and disasters in Fiji and Tuvalu, while generating lessons and policy guidance with broad applicability for all Pacific Island Countries.Introduction:IOM Fiji is seeking a consultant to evaluate the overall implementation and outcomes of the “Partnerships for Climate Mobility” project for learning and accountability and to demonstrate project results to project stakeholders and beneficiaries.The specific objectives of the evaluation, therefore, will be to:A. Highlight the achievement of results.B. Review project relevance, coherence, effectiveness, efficiency, impact and sustainability.C. Document lessons learned and best practices and provide actionable recommendations for design and implementation of similar projects in the future.D. Assist in assessing value for money for the intervention.Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing:IOM “Partnerships for Climate Mobility -Programme.Description for Internal CandidatesResponsibilities for Internal CandidatesThe consultant hired to deliver a report on a three-instalment payment basis:1. First deliverables: Submission and approval of the inception report. Delivered by email by: April 30th, 2026- 20%2. Second deliverables: Submission of the first draft of the evaluation. Delivered by email by: June 22, 2026- 40%3. Final deliverables: Approval of the final evaluation brief and the partially completed of the management response matrix. Deliverable by email by June 30th, 2026 - 40%.Performance indicators for the evaluation of resultsDeliverables are to be provided by email to the Programme Manager, including brief written summaries of deliberations. Monitoring day-to-day support tasks will be managed and evaluated over email and formal discussions based upon the above responsibilities. The responsibilities listed above are expected to be carried out over the course of 50 workdays. Any deviation in the achievement of these tasks will be mutually agreed over discussion and email. Total workload will be monitored by the Programme Manager, and timeline for the delivery of these tasks may be adjusted based on mutual agreement and approval of the IOM Fiji Mission, in line with its policies and procedures.Qualifications for Internal CandidatesA university degree in a relevant field such as climate change, environmental management, social sciences, development studies, or a related discipline.”Experience•The evaluator should have at least 8 years of relevant experience in leading evaluation assignments.•Demonstrated experience in carrying out similar evaluation assignments for projects related to climate change and displacement, community resilience, planned relocation, human rights and gender in Pacific Island contexts.•Demonstrated capacity to coordinate with and secure key informants (including UN agencies, regional partners, government actors, civil society actors, NGOs, and target communities) for data collection is required.•Substantive expertise in climate mobility, including climate-induced relocation and migration, with additional relevant experience considered an asset.•Demonstrated GEDSI expertise, with the ability to apply GEDSI principles throughout the evaluation process.•Experience working in the Pacific region (Pasifika) is highly desirable, with contextual understanding of regional dynamics, stakeholders, and cultural sensitivities.Skills•Excellent analytical,•oral, and written communication skills in English.•Experience with peer-to-peer data collection through FGDs, KIIs, survey etc.•Ability to create graphic visuals on key findings.•Experience in technical and analytical report writing.•Experience in working in complex institutional environments.•Displays cultural, gender, religion, race nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.•Ability to work with minimal supervision and to meet deadlines.•Expertise in research and evaluative techniques and approaches.LanguagesLanguage: Excellent command of EnglishFor this consultancy, Fluency in English language is required.Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.Travel requiredYes. Travel within selected countries when mutually agreed and in line with IOM’s travel policies.Required CompetenciesIOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:* Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion. * Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct. * Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges. * Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance. * Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.Core Competencies – behavioural indicators (Level 1)* Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results. * Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes. * Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate. * Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work. * Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.Notes* Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation. * This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months. * This post is subject to only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration. * Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable. * IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. * IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts. * IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application. * For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job VacanciesHOW TO APPLYInterested candidates are invited to submit their applications HERE by 31 March 2026 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.