Liberia: Economic Assessment Consultant

Aug 16, 2016 | International Alert
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International Alert is requesting ‘Expressions of Interest’ (EOI) from qualified and experienced specialists for a "Community Economic Needs and Opportunities Assessment" to be submitted by 31 October 2016. We are looking for someone with experience in conducting economic studies in West Africa, preferably in Liberia. In particular, we are looking for someone with strong research expertise and experience of doing research in communities. International Alert is looking for consultants with the following skills and qualifications:

• Experience in conducting market analysis, value/supply chain analysis and/or economic needs/opportunities assessments;
• Expertise in research design and methodology, particularly using participatory methods and community engagement;
• Ability to work with communities in relevant local languages as well as with a diverse range of stakeholders in the value chain;
• Knowledge of the mining and oil palm industries highly desirable;
• Strong quantitative data collection and analysis skills;
• Ability to respond to comments and questions in a timely manner;
• Ability to write clear, concise reports in English.

• EOI outlining how the consultant(s) meets the selection criteria and their understanding of the ToR and methodology (see attached below);
• A proposed activities schedule/work plan, with attached timeframe;
• Consultant(s) CV(s) who will undertake the assessment;
• References of similar assignments conducted in the past;
• Detailed financial proposal in US$ (budget) based on the above tasks and deliverables.

International Alert is requesting ‘Expressions of Interest’ (EOI) from qualified and experienced specialists for a "Community Economic Needs and Opportunities Assessment" to be submitted by 31 October 2016.

We are looking for someone with experience in conducting economic studies in West Africa, preferably in Liberia. In particular, we are looking for someone with strong research expertise and experience of doing research in communities.

International Alert is looking for consultants with the following skills and qualifications:

• Experience in conducting market analysis, value/supply chain analysis and/or economic needs/opportunities assessments;
• Expertise in research design and methodology, particularly using participatory methods and community engagement;
• Ability to work with communities in relevant local languages as well as with a diverse range of stakeholders in the value chain;
• Knowledge of the mining and oil palm industries highly desirable;
• Strong quantitative data collection and analysis skills;
• Ability to respond to comments and questions in a timely manner;
• Ability to write clear, concise reports in English.

Find out more about our work in Liberia. 

To be considered for this position, please send an EOI in the form of a cover letter, along with an up-to-date CV to liberia@international-alert.org.

Your cover letter should explain how you meet each of the above requirements. The information that you provide will be the basis on which we will judge your suitability for the position. Applications must include the following documentation:

• EOI outlining how the consultant(s) meets the selection criteria and their understanding of the ToR and methodology (see attached below);
• A proposed activities schedule/work plan, with attached timeframe;
• Consultant(s) CV(s) who will undertake the assessment;
• References of similar assignments conducted in the past;
• Detailed financial proposal in US$ (budget) based on the above tasks and deliverables.

You should also include details of your current rate of pay and the names and contact details of two referees.

Closing date: Wednesday 24 August 2016

While International Alert will endeavour to acknowledge all submissions within a reasonable time, this may not always be possible due to limited resources. International Alert is an equal opportunities employer. All submissions will be judged strictly on the basis of merit.