What are the responsibilities and job description for the Consultant Terms of Reference: 2025 Health Systems Strengthening Case Competition position at Results for Development?
Results for Development (R4D) is a leading non-profit global development partner. We collaborate with change agents around the world - government officials, civil society leaders and social innovators - to create strong systems that support healthy, educated people. We help our partners move from knowing their goal to knowing how to reach it. We combine global expertise in health, education and nutrition with analytic rigor, practical support for decision-making and implementation and access to peer problem-solving networks. Together with our partners, we build self-sustaining systems that serve everyone and deliver lasting results. Then we share what we learn so others can achieve results for development, too.
We have a unique and vibrant culture at R4D. Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the heart of our work environment and help advance our mission. Diversity-of ideas, identities, perspectives and backgrounds-is vital to who we are and what we do. We seek people who embrace these values and will help reinforce them. Our work culture is collaborative, creative and entrepreneurial. We operate based on trust and respect. Teams across the organization frequently collaborate on programmatic work and support each other in continuously building a better R4D.
Background
The HSS Case Competition provides USAID staff and partners engaged in health systems strengthening activities with a platform to showcase their work and demonstrate the impact of their initiatives on health systems and outcomes. By leveraging real-life examples, the Case Competition allows participants to gain valuable insights into what works-and what doesn't-when implementing, institutionalizing, and scaling up health system programs and approaches.
Purpose
The purpose of this role is to serve as a judge to evaluate and score the Health Systems Strengthening Case Competition submissions. This consultant will use their expertise to evaluate the quality of submissions based on scoring criteria.
The consultant should demonstrate extensive expertise in health system strengthening, with some engagement in the thematic areas of integration, primary health care, implementation and evaluation. The consultant will perform a non-biased review of assigned applications.
Activities and Expected Deliverables
Activities
The consultant will support and / or contribute to the following activities :
- Attend activity kick-off meeting
- Participate in the development of the scoring criteria / rubric
- Participate in evaluation meetings
Anticipated Deliverables
Timeline and Level of Effort
The consultant is expected to provide support for approximately 5.5 days between January 2025 and June 2025. The consultant will work closely with an R4D team that includes a Senior Program Director, Program Officer, and Program Associate.
Application Requirements
All applicants must submit their current CV, cover letter, and requested daily rate of pay by Friday, January 3, 2025.
Results for Development is an EOE / M / F / Vet / Disabled / Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering
and nurturing an energetic, collaborative and diverse workforce. R4D provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits.
