International Individual Consultant: Supportive Supervision Operation Research (Fiji, Samoa, & Vanuatu)

The Position:

To undertake an in-depth operation research for the supportive supervision programme in 3 PICTs countries (Fiji, Samoa, Vanuatu)

How you can make a difference:

UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person’s potential is fulfilled. UNFPA’s strategic plan (2022-2025), reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture our strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. Our strategic plan calls upon UN Member States, organizations and individuals to “build forward better”, while addressing the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on women’s and girls’ access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights, recover lost gains and realize our goals.

In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.

UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results.

Job Purpose:

The overall goal/purpose of this operation research is to measure the impact of the SRH supportive supervision programme in Fiji , Samoa, and Vanuatu.

You would be responsible for:

• The IC will be responsible for the entire consultancy exercise and will work as lead research specialist to conduct this research, under the technical guidance of PSRO’s Chief of Health & Technical Advisor SRHR as well as the TA II International Programme Coordinator(IPC). Additionally, the IC will be in communication with other TA II and SRHR programmes team members, in particular the TA II M&E Specialist and the SRHR Programme and Research Analyst. In this regard, the IC will commence the following tasks and responsibilities to undertake the consultancy :
• Develop the research inception report including the review of the TA II ToC, literature review of the supportive supervision programme, the research methodology that he/she plans to adopt and apply, the main quantitative and qualitative questions along with the data collection questionnaires that will be applied to undertake the research. In line with this, to develop qualitative data collection form/templates such as the Key Informant Interview (KIIs), the focused group discussions (FGD). Additionally, outline the deliverables of the research as per the ToR and signed contact. Finally, outline the consultancy timeline.
• Develop the sampling frame of the health services delivery points and clinics under the supportive supervision programme as well as the sample selection methodology in each country under the research.
• Conduct the secondary data review and collection from HFRSA, spot check and other resources to compile with the primary data collection information.
• Undertake the primary data collection in line with the research intended analysis and investigation of the supportive supervision programme.
• Conduct required data analysis and interpretation regarding the supportive supervision programme.
• Translate the analysis results and findings in a daft report to illustrate and show the supportive supervision programme status, progress and achievements as well as any challenges or bottle necks evidenced from the data collections and analysis.
• Collect feedback from PSRO team and other relevant stakeholders in each country to be incorporated in the draft zero report.
• Prepare a summary power point presentation that shows the preliminary findings and results to present before the PSRO team.
• Draft the final report of the research and submit it to PSRO and stakeholders in the countries under the consultancy scope of work for their feedback and review.
• Incorporate the inputs, reviews and feedback from PSRO and stakeholders into the final report of the research.
• Submit the final report of the research along with an updated powerpoint presentation to PSRO for endorsement and final approval..

Qualifications and Experience:

Education:

Minimum of Master’s degree in Public Health, Monitoring and Evaluation, Demography, Social Sciences, Development Studies or other related fields.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years professional experience in conducting/managing programme studies and researches, reviews and evaluations in the field of international development and/or humanitarian action.
• Extensive previous experience in leading and conducting complex studies, evaluations and reviews, especially similar consultancies commissioned by international organizations or development agencies. (Experience of similar exercises in development as well as humanitarian crisis situations, in particular a good experience and knowledge of the Pacific Islands Countries and Territories (PICTs).
• Thematic expertise in UNFPA mandate areas (SRHR, population and development, adolescents and youth or gender equality).
• Excellent analytical, writing and communication skills.
• Leadership and good management skills.
• Experience in gender mainstreaming and management of cross-cutting themes.
• Familiarity with the UNFPA work will be an added advantage.
• Development sector background.
• Ability to work with a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary work environment.
• Excellent problem solving skills.

Languages:

Excellent written and spoken English. Knowledge of the Pacific languages is an asset

Required Competencies:

Values:

• Exemplifying integrity,
• Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system,
• Embracing cultural diversity,
• Embracing change

Core Competencies:

• Achieving results,
• Being accountable,
• Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,
• Thinking analytically and strategically,
• Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships

Compensation and Benefits:

UNFPA will pay the consultant based on the deliverables submission and approval by the TA M&E Specialist based on the endorsement of the TA International Programme Coordinator. The payment installment are as below:

• Approval of the Inception Report detailing the proposed methodology, timeline, and tools.- 31 July 2025 -30%
• A Zero Draft Report highlighting findings, analyses, and recommendations -1 November 2025 – 40%
• A Final Report incorporating feedback from stakeholders – 20 December 2025 – 30%

UNFPA Work Environment:

UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA’s workforce – click here to learn more.

Disclaimer:

Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements.

UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants’ bank accounts.

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