Application Guide
How to Apply for Expression of Interest – Final Evaluation of Land for Life
at Welthungerhilfe
🏢 About Welthungerhilfe
Welthungerhilfe is one of Germany's largest private aid organizations, dedicated to fighting hunger and poverty worldwide. It stands out for its commitment to sustainable, long-term solutions, working closely with local communities and partners. Joining WHH means contributing to meaningful, large-scale impact in some of the world's most challenging contexts.
About This Role
This role involves leading or contributing to the final external evaluation of the Land for Life programme, a multi-country initiative across Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Liberia, and Sierra Leone. You will assess the programme's impact on inclusive and sustainable land governance, including Multi-Actor Platforms and policy processes. Your work will directly inform future programming and contribute to global knowledge on land tenure and food security.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day might involve coordinating with evaluation team members across different countries, reviewing documents and data related to land governance, and conducting interviews with stakeholders via video conferencing. You might also analyze data, draft evaluation sections, and engage with WHH staff to ensure the evaluation stays on track.
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📝 Tips for Applying to Welthungerhilfe
Tailor your Expression of Interest (EOI) to explicitly highlight your experience in multi-country evaluations and your familiarity with both Anglophone and Francophone contexts, as these are critical requirements.
In your EOI, briefly mention specific examples of evaluations you've conducted in land governance or related fields, and the impact of your findings.
Demonstrate your understanding of the Land for Life programme and its focus on Multi-Actor Platforms and policy processes by referencing these in your EOI.
Ensure your EOI is concise and professional, clearly stating your name/organisation and contact details, as requested in the job description.
If applying as a team, clearly outline the roles and expertise of each member, emphasizing how your combined skills meet the programme's needs.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Highlight your experience in evaluating complex, multi-country programmes, especially in the field of land governance.', 'Emphasize your ability to work in both Anglophone and Francophone contexts, with specific examples of past work in these regions.', "Show your understanding of the Land for Life programme's goals and your ideas for evaluating its contribution to inclusive and sustainable land governance.", 'Mention your familiarity with Multi-Actor Platforms and policy processes, and how you would assess their sustainability and impact.']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Research Welthungerhilfe's mission, values, and recent projects, especially those related to land governance and food security.
- → Look into the Land for Life programme's objectives, activities, and any published reports or evaluations from earlier phases.
- → Familiarize yourself with the socio-political contexts of Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Liberia, and Sierra Leone, particularly regarding land tenure issues.
- → Review WHH's evaluation policies and guidelines to align your approach with their expectations.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting a generic EOI that does not specifically address the requirements of this evaluation role.
- Overlooking the need to demonstrate experience in both Anglophone and Francophone contexts – this is a key requirement.
- Failing to highlight your understanding of land governance and Multi-Actor Platforms, which are central to the evaluation.
- Not following the application instructions exactly, such as emailing the wrong address or omitting contact details.
📅 Application Timeline
⏰ Deadline: August 24, 2026
We recommend applying at least a few days early to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
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