MEAL Expert - Journalism Protection program

Conduct a quantitative and qualitative evaluation of the Critical Voices Fellowship program (2022-2026) across 8 regions, including:

• Assess effectiveness of team/partner setup, indicator achievement, regional relevance, MEAL methodology, and impact on beneficiaries.
• Produce deliverables: inception report, final evaluation report with data visualizations, new logframe, surveys, and facilitate a learning workshop.

This evaluation will strengthen the effectiveness and accountability of a program that supports journalists from conflict and crisis regions, directly contributing to their safety, professional development, and ability to produce independent media.

• Extensive experience with (primarily digital) methods of data gathering and evaluation using OECD/DAC criteria.
• Experience in data analysis & management, digitalization of evaluation processes, and emergency protection programming (ideally in media contexts).
• Knowledge of power-sensitive and decolonial development structures; familiarity with Arabic, French, Russian, Ukrainian, Burmese, Dari, or Pashto preferred.
• Availability to complete all deliverables by 30.06.2026.

Consultancy contract with flexible working arrangements. Compensation is negotiable based on experience and proposal. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to a high-impact program supporting press freedom and resilience in conflict zones.

Media in Cooperation and Transition (MiCT) is a non-profit that delivers expert media services in complex contexts, fostering transparent, inclusive dialogue and resilient societies through journalist training, content development, and media research across 15 countries.