Further Information
Requirements of Evaluators
Experts interested in conducting ex-post evaluations on behalf of FZ E should fulfil the following general requirements:
- solid development policy knowledge and experience, knowledge of German Development Cooperation (DC) and, if possible, also of FC procedures and processes,
- experience as a (short or long-term) expert or advisor in developing or transition countries; if possible, experience in evaluation,
- good knowledge of the designated sector/priority area,
- independence, i.e. no previous work as a consultant, expert or project manager on the project to be evaluated, and no personal or business conflicts of interest.
- Typically the main evaluator is required to have an educational background in economics. In order to go into more depth on certain aspects, fundamental knowledge in engineering, politics and social studies or in other relevant fields may on occasion be necessary,
- sensitivity to cross-cutting issues (gender, poverty, socio-cultural issues, environment),
- country knowledge is an advantage, or at least knowledge of the general region,
- good/very good oral/written language skills in the respective official language,
- above-average analytical skills and the ability to document the analysis and the results appropriately in writing,
- ability to work under pressure and in a team, appropriate intercultural behaviour.
You will find more details on how to apply as an expert for ex-post evaluations in the section application procedure.
