Senior Assessment Officer

IMPACT Initiatives

Against this backdrop, IMPACT Initiatives is planning a range of research activities to support an evidence- and needs-based humanitarian response. In 2026, IMPACT will facilitate a Multi-Sector Needs Assessment (MSNA) in the occupied Palestinian territory (oPt), providing a key evidence base to inform humanitarian planning and prioritization. To support the implementation of this assessment, IMPACT is recruiting a dedicated staff member to lead and coordinate the MSNA process.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The SAO s responsibilities include the following:

ASSESSMENT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

Objective 1.1: Management of assessment process

• Ensure that the MSNA is planned in line with the country strategy, relevant research, and project objectives and with IMPACT s research cycle and other relevant guidelines
• Design the methodology and assessment tools associated with the assessment, according to IMPACT requirements and principles
• Develop the Research Terms of Reference, Data Analysis Plan, questionnaire, and assessment tools under the supervision of the ARM and in collaboration with external actors to ensure the data will meet their needs and fill information gaps
• Oversee the operational planning and coordination for the assessment, including the development of sampling strategies, identifying appropriate locations for data collection, etc.
• Work closely with the IMPACT Operations Manager to ensure all FLATS preparations are finalized prior to data collection

Objective 1.2: Implementation

• Responsible for implementing the research design and methodology of the MSNA in close collaboration with Field Officers
• Developing and overseeing training of the assessment and data collection teams, ensuring that enumerators are well-trained on the questionnaire
• In close liaison with data collection partners, monitor MSNA data collection progress and overall research quality, reviewing and correcting outliers, ensuring its correct implementation in line with agreed ToRs and adapting the workplan as necessary
• Ensure regular situation updates on data collection are produced and circulated to line manager, relevant colleagues and external counterparts. Provide support and follow up on identified challenges during the data collection process
• In close liaison with the Data Officer(s), ensure that data is revised and cleaned, and that all revisions are recorded
• Ensure that all data and analysis are validated by IMPACT HQ before the product drafting stage
• Conduct data analysis and lead on report production, following IMPACT guidelines

DRAFTING OF RESEARCH PRODUCTS

• The SAO is responsible for consolidating and providing oversight for all analyses and conclusions from each assessment into REACH products, in line with agreed timelines, partner requirements, and IMPACT quality standards and guidelines
• Lead and coordinate the dissemination of sectoral and multi-sectoral presentations during the humanitarian planning preparation period. Deliver tailored presentations of MSNA findings to clusters, working groups, donors, and inter-agency forums, adapting key messages to different technical and strategic audiences
• Lead on the drafting of timely and accurate outputs that consolidate the analyses from the MSNA into outputs, including factsheets, reports
• Ensure that products accurately reflect the information collected and that information is conveyed in a way that maximizes the ability to influence the humanitarian response
• Maintain regular communication with Country Coordination and IMPACT HQ on progress and deadlines for written products
• Ensure that all written products are validated by the ARM or IMPACT HQ before external release
• Responsible for following the designated timeline of reports to be submitted to project partners and donors
• Review outputs drafted by more junior staff

EXTERNAL ENGAGEMENT

• Regular representation of REACH/IMPACT in cluster and multi-sector meetings/technical working groups and follow up on technical issues identified in cluster meetings
• Liaise with external partners to provide technical guidance and to identify potential for findings to be integrated into existing data sources used by the humanitarian community
• Contribute to the creation of a positive image and overall credibility of the organisation, notably through the application of IMPACT s mandate, ethics, values and stand-point with regard to other actors
• Ensure that all relevant partners are consulted and involved at all stages of research cycle, specifically Humanitarian Clusters, technical working groups, and other partners
• After validation by the line manager, represent IMPACT in relevant meetings/working groups, such as cluster coordination and working group meetings
• Follow up on relevant issues identified by partners or during meetings/working groups
• After validation by line manager, present research findings to relevant third parties in order to enhance their use and impact

STAFF MANAGEMENT & HR

• Support the coordination and supervision of MSNA project staff and, where applicable, provide direct line management and technical guidance.
• Contribute to the recruitment, onboarding, and training of MSNA assessment staff under the guidance of the ARM and in coordination with HR.
• Identify and flag operational or performance challenges to the ARM and support the development of solutions or performance management plans where needed.

The Senior Assessment Officer will maintain the strictest confidentiality on all data collected and related processes. They will actively take measures to prevent the unauthorized sharing of any information and data belonging to IMPACT and its partners or collected during his/her assignment with IMPACT.