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How to Apply for International call for MEAL consultancy - Outcome Harvesting Evaluation

at MS ActionAid Denmark

🏢 About MS ActionAid Denmark

ActionAid Denmark (AADK) is a Danish NGO that works globally to promote just, feminist, green, and resilient societies through long-term partnerships with local organisations. Its Strategic Partnership Agreement II (SPAII) with 17 ActionAid countries and international partners makes it a key player in youth-led democratic and climate justice work. Working here means contributing to high-impact, partnership-driven programming that directly supports marginalised young people.

About This Role

This consultancy involves leading an Outcome Harvesting Evaluation of AADK's SPAII programme, assessing how partnerships and programming have contributed to changes in democratic space, resilient livelihoods, and youth leadership in crises. The consultant will design the evaluation, collect and analyse outcome data from 17 countries, and produce actionable insights to strengthen future MEAL practices. The role is remote but requires strong cross-cultural collaboration and travel may be expected.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve reviewing outcome data collected from partner countries, facilitating a virtual workshop with local partners to validate findings, and drafting sections of the evaluation report. You would also coordinate with AADK's MEAL team, adjust the methodology as needed, and ensure that the evaluation remains participatory and aligned with feminist principles.

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🎯 Who MS ActionAid Denmark Is Looking For

  • Proven experience in designing and implementing Outcome Harvesting evaluations, ideally in international development or humanitarian contexts.
  • Strong understanding of MEAL frameworks, theory of change, and participatory evaluation methods, with a track record of working with multi-country programmes.
  • Familiarity with ActionAid's thematic areas (democracy, resilient livelihoods, youth leadership) and experience in feminist, green, or just transition programming.
  • Excellent facilitation, communication, and report-writing skills in English; ability to work remotely with diverse stakeholders across different time zones.

📝 Tips for Applying to MS ActionAid Denmark

1

Confirm that your organisation is registered outside Denmark and state this explicitly in your application, as only such organisations are eligible.

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Tailor your technical proposal to SPAII's three strategic objectives, showing how your Outcome Harvesting approach will capture outcomes related to democracy, resilient livelihoods, and youth leadership in crises.

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Include examples of previous Outcome Harvesting evaluations you have conducted, with a focus on multi-country or partnership-based programmes.

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Demonstrate familiarity with ActionAid's feminist and green principles by referencing them in your methodology and team composition.

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Submit a clear budget and timeline that reflects the complexity of working with 17 countries, and highlight your capacity for remote coordination.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

Emphasise your specific expertise in Outcome Harvesting and how it aligns with AADK's need to assess impact across SPAII. Highlight your experience with multi-country evaluations and participatory methods, especially in democracy, livelihoods, or youth leadership. Show that your organisation is registered outside Denmark and that you understand the consultancy nature of the role. Mention any prior work with ActionAid or similar federated NGOs to build credibility.

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Read ActionAid Denmark's strategy documents, especially those related to SPAII and their feminist and green principles, to understand the programme's goals and values.
  • → Research the 17 partner countries and their contexts to anticipate challenges and opportunities in the evaluation.
  • → Look into ActionAid's global MEAL frameworks and previous evaluations to align your methodology with their standards.
  • → Understand the eligibility criteria thoroughly: only organisations registered outside Denmark can apply, so verify your registration status and gather necessary documentation.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Can you describe your experience with Outcome Harvesting and how you would adapt it to evaluate SPAII's three strategic objectives?
2 How would you ensure the evaluation captures outcomes from 17 different countries while maintaining quality and comparability?
3 What is your understanding of AADK's feminist and green approach, and how would you integrate these principles into the evaluation?
4 How would you handle potential challenges in data collection, such as remote coordination or differing partner capacities?
5 Can you provide an example of a previous evaluation where you had to balance donor requirements with participatory approaches?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying as an individual if you are not part of an eligible organisation; this consultancy is open only to organisations registered outside Denmark.
  • Submitting a generic proposal that does not specifically address Outcome Harvesting or SPAII's thematic priorities.
  • Underestimating the complexity of working across 17 countries and failing to demonstrate capacity for remote, multi-country coordination.

📅 Application Timeline

⏰ Deadline: October 16, 2026

We recommend applying at least a few days early to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Typical hiring timeline:

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Application Review

1-2 weeks

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Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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