Evaluation and Special Studies Specialist, PIMMILA

Tetra Tech; Manila; On-site; PHP 1,827,040 - 3,045,067; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Merit-based financial rewards

Work/life balance flexibility

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Tetra Tech is hiring an Evaluation and Special Studies Specialist in Manila, Philippines. The role involves designing and implementing evaluations and analytical studies within health, energy, and economic growth sectors. Candidates should possess at least a Bachelor's degree related to international development and 5+ years of relevant experience. Strong analytical and report-writing skills are essential, along with proficiency in English. This full-time position requires in-office work Monday to Friday and offers comprehensive benefits, including professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in evaluation, research, and/or third-party monitoring.
• Experience designing and implementing evaluations and analytical studies.
• Strong analytical skills for qualitative and quantitative analysis.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing evaluation plans and methodologies.
• Support performance evaluations and data analysis.
• Synthesize findings into actionable recommendations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Report-writing

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in English (written and verbal)

Education

Bachelor's degree in international development, economics, statistics, or related field

Job description

Position Summary

The Evaluation and Special Studies Specialist will support the design and implementation of evaluations, analytical studies, and independent monitoring activities across the program portfolio in the health, energy, or economic growth sectors. The role ensures high‑quality evidence to inform program performance, accountability, and adaptive management, translating data into actionable insights and evidence‑based recommendations.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist in the development of evaluation plans, including drafting evaluation questions, methodologies, and workplans.
• Support the implementation of performance evaluations, rapid assessments, and targeted reviews.
• Develop data collection tools, sampling strategies, and analysis plans.
• Support data analysis and preparation of evaluation reports and presentations.
• Provide operational support for special studies and analyses, including surveys, situational and landscape analyses, and sector‑specific analytical studies.
• Integrate qualitative and quantitative methods to generate robust insights.
• Synthesize findings into clear, actionable recommendations for program teams and stakeholders.
• Oversee data collection processes for evaluations, studies, and TPM activities.
• Ensure adherence to data quality assurance (DQA) standards and protocols.
• Train and supervise enumerators or field teams as needed.
• Triangulate data from multiple sources to strengthen validity and reliability.
• Translate findings into actionable insights.
• Support program teams in applying findings to improve implementation and outcomes.
• Contribute to learning products, briefs, and presentations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in international development, economics, statistics, public policy, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in evaluation, research, and/or third‑party monitoring.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing evaluations and analytical studies, including field‑based monitoring, verification, survey design, data collection, and mixed‑methods research.
• Strong analytical skills, including qualitative and quantitative analysis.
• Professional proficiency in English, both written and verbal.
• Strong interpersonal and report‑writing skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in health, such as monitoring health systems performance, service delivery, health outcomes, and familiarity with public health indicators, surveillance systems, or health program evaluations.
• Experience in the energy sector, including infrastructure, access, or resilience, and understanding of energy‑related indicators.
• Experience with economic growth programs, such as monitoring economic development initiatives, investment promotion, or private sector engagement, and familiarity with indicators related to trade, investment, market systems, or job creation.
• Experience working on donor‑funded programs.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting or standing at a desk and using a computer.

Work Environment / Environmental Factors

• No special environmental factors beyond a standard office environment.

Additional Information

• This position is required to be in the office Monday through Friday.

Life at Tetra Tech – Benefits

• Comprehensive and market‑competitive benefits.
• Merit‑based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and a company‑wide commitment to work/life balance.
• A collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.