Svoboda Satellite Project - External Final Evaluation

Core responsibilities for this evaluation role:

• Conduct a critical analysis of the Svoboda Satellite Project implementation using OECD/DAC criteria to support RSF's internal learning process
• Assess the effectiveness of project implementation for the European Union donor
• Design and implement a participatory evaluation methodology that engages all stakeholders
• Produce comprehensive evaluation reports including findings, conclusions, and prioritized recommendations

This evaluation will help ensure the effectiveness of a pioneering media freedom project that provides alternative, independent information to populations in Russia and neighboring countries who are subjected to intense propaganda and censorship, ultimately supporting press freedom and access to reliable information in a region where media freedom faces severe challenges.

Required skills and qualifications:

• Specific expertise in media ecosystems, particularly knowledge of Russian and regional media environments
• Knowledge of television ecosystems and technology, including satellite broadcasting systems
• Significant experience in project evaluation methodology, interviewing, analysis, and report writing
• Experience evaluating projects funded by the European Union or similar donors
• Fluent spoken and written English and Russian (French knowledge is an asset)

The maximum budget available for this evaluation is €25,000 all taxes included, which must cover all costs required to carry out the evaluation. The assessment can be conducted remotely or through field missions with prior RSF agreement.

Reporters sans frontières (RSF) defends the right to reliable information based on Article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The organization fights for press freedom and works to ensure all people have access to information that enables them to understand issues facing the world.