Organizational Context
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the worldโs largest humanitarian organization, with a network of 191-member National Societies. The overall aim of the IFRC is โto inspire, encourage, facilitate, and promote at all times all forms of humanitarian activities by National Societies 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.โ 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.
Its Secretary General leads IFRC and has its Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. The Headquarters is 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. The Geneva Headquarters and the field structure (regional, cluster and country) comprise the IFRC Secretariat.
Job Purpose
Purpose of Project and Background
The Programme Support and Information Management Consultant will play a critical role in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of humanitarian interventions by providing strategic support in data management, analysis, and reporting. This consultancy aims to strengthen programmatic decision-making by ensuring the timely collection, processing, and visualization of key information, enabling evidence-based actions. The consultant will support the coordination of multiple projects, streamline reporting mechanisms, and optimize data-driven workflows to enhance accountability and operational effectiveness. This role is particularly crucial in dynamic humanitarian contexts, where accurate and accessible information is essential for effective response planning and resource allocation.
Project objectives
1. Enhance Information Management โ Establish and maintain efficient data collection, processing, and visualization systems to improve the accessibility and reliability of program-related information.
2. Strengthen Decision-Making โ Provide evidence-based insights through data analysis and reporting to support strategic planning, resource allocation, and program implementation.
3. Optimize Reporting Mechanisms โ Develop standardized templates, tools, and processes to streamline reporting, ensuring timely and accurate communication of project progress and impact.
4. Improve Coordination and Collaboration โ Facilitate information sharing among stakeholders, ensuring alignment between program teams, partners, and donors to enhance operational effectiveness.
5. Support Capacity Building โ Provide training and technical support to program staff on information management tools, data analysis techniques, and best practices to improve overall program efficiency.
6. Ensure Data Quality and Compliance โ Implement data validation and quality assurance measures to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to organizational and donor requirements.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Desired outcomes
1. Improved Data-Driven Decision-Making โ Program teams and stakeholders have access to accurate, real-time data, leading to more effective planning and resource allocation.
2. Enhanced Information Management Systems โ A well-structured and standardized information management system is in place, improving data collection, processing, and visualization.
3. Streamlined Reporting and Documentation โ Clear, efficient, and standardized reporting mechanisms result in timely and high-quality reports for internal and external stakeholders.
4. Stronger Coordination and Collaboration โ Improved communication and data-sharing practices enhance synergy between program teams, partners, and donors.
5. Increased Staff Capacity โ Program staff have enhanced skills in data management, analysis, and reporting, leading to more efficient program implementation.
6. Higher Data Quality and Compliance โ All data and reports adhere to organizational, donor, and sectoral standards, ensuring reliability and accountability
Job Duties and Responsibilities (continued)
Consultancy outputs
The Programme Support and Information Management Consultant will result in the following outputs:
โข Comprehensive Information Management System โ A structured system for data collection, storage, and visualization, ensuring easy access to reliable program information.
โข Standardized Reporting Templates and Tools โ User-friendly templates and reporting mechanisms that streamline data analysis, progress tracking, and donor reporting.
โข Regular Analytical Reports and Dashboards โ Timely and insightful reports, dashboards, and data visualizations to support evidence-based decision-making.
โข Training Sessions and Capacity-Building Materials โ Workshops, manuals, and guides to strengthen the skills of program staff in data management, analysis, and reporting.
โข Improved Coordination Framework โ Enhanced mechanisms for information sharing and collaboration among program teams, partners, and donors.
โข Final Consultancy Report โ A comprehensive report summarizing key achievements, lessons learned, and recommendations for sustaining information management improvements.
โข Comprehensive Information Management System โ A structured system for data collection, storage, and visualization, ensuring easy access to reliable program information.
โข Standardized Reporting Templates and Tools โ User-friendly templates and reporting mechanisms that streamline data analysis, progress tracking, and donor reporting.
โข Regular Analytical Reports and Dashboards โ Timely and insightful reports, dashboards, and data visualizations to support evidence-based decision-making.
โข Training Sessions and Capacity-Building Materials โ Workshops, manuals, and guides to strengthen the skills of program staff in data management, analysis, and reporting.
Education
Relevant university degree / higher education or demonstrated equivalent humanitarian related experience
Experience
Minimum 4 years of proven experience in program implementation, preferably in an international organisation