Organizational Context

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, with a network of 191-member National Societies (NSs). The overall aim of IFRC is “to inspire, encourage, facilitate, and promote at all times all forms of humanitarian activities by NSs with a view to preventing and alleviating human suffering and thereby contributing to the maintenance and promotion of human dignity and peace in the world.” IFRC works to meet the needs and improve the lives of vulnerable people before, during and after disasters, health emergencies and other crises.

IFRC is part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement (Movement), together with its member National Societies and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). The work of IFRC is guided by the following fundamental principles: humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity, and universality.

IFRC is led by its Secretary General, and has its Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. The Headquarters are organized into three main Divisions: (i) National Society Development and Operations Coordination; (ii) Global Relations, Humanitarian Diplomacy and Digitalization; and (iii) Management Policy, Strategy and Corporate Services.

IFRC has five regional offices in Africa, Asia Pacific, Middle East and North Africa, Europe, and the Americas. IFRC also has country cluster delegations and country delegations throughout the world. Together, the Geneva Headquarters and the field structure (regional, cluster and country) comprise the IFRC Secretariat.

IFRC has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment and other forms of harassment, abuse of authority, discrimination, and lack of integrity (including but not limited to financial misconduct). IFRC also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles.

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Job Purpose

The purpose of this consultancy assignment is to produce an end-of-programme case study publication that showcases the work and results of the climate-smart livelihoods programming component of the ECHO PPP as well as the unique role of National Societies in addressing climate related humanitarian challenges impacting on the livelihoods of last-mile communities and marginalised and under-represented groups. The specific objectives of the consultancy are the following:

1. To document lessons learned and success stories from the CSL component of the project
2. To develop high-quality case studies showcasing CSL programming impacts and outcomes
3. To produce a publication that captures key CSL programming achievements and best practices

The publication will provide valuable insights for the IFRC network stakeholders and future initiatives on climate-smart programmes and operations.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

The assignment will build on the ongoing mapping and analyses carried out by the IFRC LRC. The work of the consultant will involve the following activities that are expected to be carried out remotely and through one or two country visits to develop the case study and stories:

• Review ECHO PPP documentation from the IFRC Secretariat and partners.
• Develop data collection tools, including interview guides and questionnaires.
• Conduct remote interviews and a field visit to one country to collect insights and qualitative data.
• Write 2 to 3 case studies and stories from communities, National Society branch office and volunteers.
• Analyse data and insights and synthesise findings into a cohesive and succinct publication.

Deliverables

The consultant will produce the following:

• Workplan
• Data collection tools in relevant languages
• Draft publication with case studies and stories and incorporating visual elements such as photos and infographics for review and feedback
• Final publication (print-ready and electronic versions)

Timeframe

The consultancy is expected to last approximately 40 to 50 days, from November 2024 to February 2025.

Publication audience

DG ECHO, other resource partners, and the IFRC network’s leadership.

Management and coordination

The consultant will be managed by the IFRC ECHO PPP Climate-Smart Livelihoods Senior Officer, with oversight from the Food Security and Resilient Livelihoods Senior Officer and the Climate and Resilience Team within the Disasters, Climate, and Crises (DCC) Department. Close collaboration and coordination will be required with Partner and Host National Societies and IFRC livelihood and climate focal points in the regions covered.

In-country logistics and community entry will be managed by the National Society.

Education

Required

• University degree in social sciences, the humanitarian field or other domains relevant to the assignment.

Experience

Required

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in consulting, research, evaluation, or reporting roles in humanitarian and development contexts.
• Previous experience delivering similar high-quality publications within budget.

Preferred

• Experience with Red Cross Red Crescent-National Societies is an advantage.

Knowledge, Skills and Languages

Required

• Fluent spoken and written English and proficiency in spoken and written French.
• Good knowledge of climate action and livelihoods concepts, terminology, and programming.
• Solid understanding of best practices in intervention design, implementation, and evaluation.
• Effective communications and interviewing skills to coordinate and elicit key information from programme participants and stakeholders.
• Excellent writing skills – capable of producing clear, concise, and compelling narratives and case studies.
• Strong facilitation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
• Ability to work and coordinate with various stakeholders.
• Proactive, self-starter that can work with minimal oversight.

Preferred

• Proficiency in Spanish is an advantage.

Competencies, Values and Comments

Application Instructions

• Please submit your application in English only.
• Please submit your motivation letter, including
  • your availability,
  • your experience relevant to the key tasks above and candidate profile required,
  • a budget inclusive of all costs (including fees, health insurance, travel, visa, accommodation, materials, etc.)
• Please submit your updated CV.
• Please submit similar publication work samples.