Search is an international conflict transformation NGO that aims to transform the way individuals, groups, governments, and companies deal with conflict, away from adversarial approaches and towards collaborative solutions. Headquartered in Washington DC, USA, and Brussels, Belgium, with 55 offices in 34 countries, Search designs and implements multifaceted, culturally appropriate, and conflict-sensitive programs using a diverse range of tools, including media and training, to promote dialogue, increase knowledge and determine a positive shift in behaviors. Operating in Sudan since 2009, Search has developed and implemented innovative peacebuilding programs in collaboration with local Sudanese NGOs. Our work in Sudan seeks to empower women and other marginalized groups and encourage greater inclusivity in the peace processes and governance in Sudan.
The Project:
Search for Common Ground (Search), in partnership with the Sudanese nongovernmental organization Badya Centre for Integrated Development Services (Badya), propose the project “Minatinaa Fi Tamasokona (“Strong in Our Social Cohesion”): Strengthening Nonviolence as a Strategy for Peacebuilding and Promoting Social Cohesion in the Abyei Area”. It is a 4 years project that seeks to advance inclusive collaboration on conflict transformation, human security issues, and socio-economic development between Misseriya and Ngok Dinka communities in the Abyei Administrative Area (AAA).
The Assignment:
Search for Common Ground (Search) is seeking a consultant who can conduct the end-line evaluation of our 14 years project titled: Strengthening Nonviolence as a Strategy for peacebuilding and Promoting Social Cohesion in the Abyei Area. We are primarily interested in learning how the project contributes to strengthening social cohesion in the Abyei Administrative Area, by promoting collaborative approaches across dividing lines that result in more effective conflict transformation interventions and a positive impact on the socio-economic well-being of the Misseriya and Ngok Dinka communities.
Deliverables:
An inception report detailing the methodology (including sampling), data collection tools and timeline
Any necessary training of data collectors or set-up of systems for data collection
Supervision and participation in data collection
Oversight of data coding and analysis
All original data submitted to Search
A draft evaluation report in English, for review by Search staff
A final report in English (30 pages max in length, excluding appendices) consistent with Search branding and standards for evaluation
PowerPoint presentation of findings
Restitution session (presentation of key results to staff and partners)
2-page document focusing on key findings and recommendations for internal and external dissemination
Requirements:
Proficiency in English and Arabic (written and spoken)
More than 5 years of experience in project evaluation, including collecting data in interviews, surveys, and focus groups
Experience in conflict analysis and working with civil society sectors, specifically in conflict-affected areas in Sudan
Experience working with international organizations
Experience conducting quantitative surveys and analyses
Evaluation methods and data collection skills
Familiarity and experience with contextual challenges in the geographic location(s) where the study will take place
