Haiti: Economic Impact Research Consultant

POSITION SUMMARY
Field Ready is seeking an experiencedshort-term Consultant to carry out a study on the economic impact of our approach. The Consultant will help design and carry out research to answer questions such as:

· What are the direct and indirect (“tooth to tail”) costs of comparable relief items?

· How is do considerations such as time and logistical bottle-necks impact the provision of key items?

· How might introducing manufacturing at the field level impact local and international merchants?

Careful consideration of how the economics of such technology is important and having a clear sense of the necessity of resupply and technical support are important. Of particular importance is the gathering and analyzing data from Haiti to understand the relevant application beyond that particular case study. This will require examination of different elements in the supply chain by employing a mixed-method approach (using both quantitative and qualitative data) to triangulate the most relevant findings. The exact methodology will be determined at the launch of the study.

The Consultant will report to the Director of Field Ready and work collaboratively with other staff. This position will be home-based and will include at least one trip to be based out of Port-au-Prince, Haiti.

TASKS
The following are illustrative tasks and are likely to be modified and revised in development of a specific work plan. The Consultant‘s responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Design and develop a research plan
• Plan, implement and manage the research plan
• As required, coordinate and ensure timely data collection, analysis and submission of project reports
• Contribute to the production of materials such as presentations, reports, position papers, and proposals in relation to this study

DELIVERABLES

• Research plan along with draft tools that clear explanations of their use and relevancy

• On going reports and presentation of data leading up to delivery of final report

• A draft report submitted two weeks prior to the completion of the consultancy

• A final report of approximately 15 pages presented in a standard worthy of publication

QUALIFICATIONS
• Minimum of five years of experience in humanitarian/development programming.

• At least three years working directly in a field research role required.
•A solid understanding of supply-chain dynamics preferred along with a familiarity with EMMA, M4P and similar analytical approaches.

• Demonstrated ability to adapt and work effectively in dynamic and demanding operational environments. Prior experience in Haiti helpful.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively and in a collegial fashion with people from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures.
• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and achieve results.
• Superior written/verbal communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills, particularly in MS Office suite, and experience with SPSS, STATA, or other statistical analysis software as appropriate.
• Fluency in English required. Proficiency in French/Creole an advantage.

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree in operations research, quantitative analysis or related field a distinct advantage. The best applicants are likely to have a PhD (or ABD) but this is not an essential requirement.

Submit a cover letter that describes your qualifications, reasons for applying and understanding of the requirements outlined above including ideas for the design and execution of the study. This letter should be no more than three pages. Please submit this cover letter along with your CV and fee expectations to: eric (at) fieldready.org The title “Economic Impact Consultant” must be included in the subject line.