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The Women’s Integrated Sexual Health (WISH 2) program, funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), contributes to advancing global commitments on sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targets 3.7 and 5.6. The program focuses on increasing access to SRHR services for marginalized populations, including adolescents, the poorest, and individuals living with disabilities.
A key component of WISH 2 is embedding research into service delivery processes to ensure data-driven decision-making and adaptive programming. Client Exit Interviews (CEIs) serve as a crucial tool for gathering systematic feedback and performance data from service delivery points (SDPs) across seven countries: Sudan, South Sudan, Ethiopia, Zambia, Madagascar, Burundi, and Somalia.


Objective of the Consultancy
The Research & Statistics Consultant will provide technical support to WISH 2 research activities, particularly in statistical analysis, data quality assurance, and evidence generation. The consultant will support data collection efforts, conduct advanced statistical analysis, and develop high-quality reports and dashboards to facilitate programmatic decision-making.

Scope of Work
1. Data Collection & Sampling:
o Design CEI sampling strategies tailored to country-specific needs.
o Adapt sampling frames and contribute to the development of localized poverty and behavioral indicators.
o Provide technical support on ethical and administrative applications at global and national levels.

2. Capacity Building & Technical Support:
o Support enumerator training sessions on data collection methodologies for in-country research teams and partners.
o Support coordination of fieldwork planning and implementation, ensuring data integrity and adherence to protocols.
o Provide technical assistance to Member Associations and partners to enhance data quality and reporting standards.

3. Data Analysis & Reporting:
o Lead the cleaning, coding, and statistical analysis of datasets using STATA, SPSS, R, or Microsoft Excel.
o Monitor data collection processes, including GPS validation and sampling adherence.
o Lead the development of country-specific dashboards, reports, and presentations to support decision-making.
o Conduct systematic quality checks and troubleshooting during data collection phases.

4. Evidence Generation & Knowledge Translation:
o Support the development of policy briefs, fact sheets, and other dissemination materials.

Deliverables
• CEI sampling strategy, country-specific sampling plan, and methodology report.
• Final Analysis Plan
• Cleaned and analyzed datasets with comprehensive documentation.
• High-quality statistical reports and data visualizations.
• Country-specific dashboards and slide decks.
• Regular progress updates and a final consultancy report.

Qualifications & Experience
• A Master's degree in Biostatistics, Applied Statistics, Epidemiology, Public Health, Demography, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in research, data analysis, and statistics, preferably within SRHR or health-related programs.
• Proficiency in statistical tools (e.g., R, SPSS, STATA) and data visualization platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Prior experience supporting multi-country research projects.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience in capacity-building and training for data collection teams.