National Consultant for Assessment of the impact of conflict on urban nutrition in the Affected Cities of Sudan, Khartoum, Sudan & Home-based + travel #593192

Contract Duration: 5 months

Working arrangement: Home based + travel

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                                                         TERMS OF REFERENCE

The assessment will examine populations in selected conflict-affected urban and peri-urban areas in Sudan by analyzing access to, coverage, utilization, and quality of nutrition services; infant and young child feeding (IYCF) practices; and key drivers of malnutrition. It will assess the appropriateness of services, identify systemic bottlenecks, and explore opportunities for multi-sectoral integration to strengthen nutrition outcomes.

Methodology Approach: The assessment will apply qualitative and operational research methodologies, including desk review, Key Informant Interviews (KIIs), Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), facility observations, and stakeholder consultations to generate evidence and operational insights on urban nutrition vulnerabilities and service delivery in conflict-affected settings.

The methodology will apply conflict-sensitive and disability-inclusive approaches throughout the assessment process.

If you would like to know more about this consultancy, please review the complete Terms of Reference here:  ToR TMC0002144.pdf [link removed]

Minimum requirements:

• Education: Advanced university degree (Masters) in Nutrition, Public Health, Social Sciences, or related field.
• Work Experience:
• Minimum of 6–8 years of experience in research in humanitarian contexts.
• Previous experience in Health and Nutrition in Sudan or similar settings.
• Expertise in Health and Nutrition information systems.
• Experience conducting assessments in Sudan or similar challenging environments.
• Strong experience in building and maintaining partnerships and driving results for impact.
• Language Requirements:  Fluency in both English and Arabic is required.

• Skills:
• Excellent qualitative research experience.
• Strong qualitative analysis and report writing skills.
• Strong stakeholder facilitation and coordination abilities.
• Ability to translate research findings into programmatic recommendations.
• Desirables:
• Peer-reviewed publications in reputable journals on related topics will be considered.
• And experience working with UN agencies, governments, and NGOs in complex humanitarian settings are an asset.

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Qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents via the online recruitment portal, TMS (Talent Management System):

• An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV)
• Cover letter
• A separate financial proposal  Financial proposal template TMC0002144.docx [link removed]
• A detailed technical proposal:

• • Applicants are requested to submit one writing sample (maximum 3 pages) demonstrating relevant experience in conducting nutrition assessments, research, or analytical work in humanitarian or urban settings. The sample should meet the following criteria be (co)-authored by the applicant, be relevant to the assignment such as urban nutrition, humanitarian assessments, health or nutrition systems analysis, and align with the deliverables including assessment reports, analytical briefs, or policy/programmatic recommendations.
  • Proposed assessment methodology and approach

• Applicants are requested to submit one writing sample (maximum 3 pages) demonstrating relevant experience in conducting nutrition assessments, research, or analytical work in humanitarian or urban settings. The sample should meet the following criteria be (co)-authored by the applicant, be relevant to the assignment such as urban nutrition, humanitarian assessments, health or nutrition systems analysis, and align with the deliverables including assessment reports, analytical briefs, or policy/programmatic recommendations.
• Proposed assessment methodology and approach

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