Main field training coordinator for MICS (Multiple Indicator Cluster Surveys) 2026 for Albania
Terms of Reference
Position: Main field training coordinator for MICS (Multiple Indicator Cluster Surveys) 2026 for Albania
Duration of the consultancy: 13 days
Background
The Multiple Indicator Cluster Surveys (MICS) is an international household survey programme developed and supported by UNICEF to collect internationally comparable data on the situation of children and women. Albania is conducting MICS 2026 under the leadership of the Institute of Statistics (INSTAT) with technical support from UNICEF Albania.
Purpose of the assignment
The purpose of this assignment is to engage technical expertise to conduct peer review of all written presentations of MICS 2026 main field work, and the accompanying manuals for interviewers and the controllers. The consultant/coordinator, who will be responsible to attend the training during its duration, should also provide daily feedback to the trainers and support the team to adjust training materials to improve effectiveness.
Duration and duty station
The assignment will take place for 13 days during the period January – February 2026. The consultant must be present at the training venue for the full duration of the training period, including days when the expert is not delivering a session, to provide on-call technical support and clarification to trainers and trainees.
Roles and responsibilities
In close cooperation with INSTAT, UNICEF and the MICS Team, the consultant will:
- Attend preparatory briefing meetings prior to the start of training (remote or in-person) to confirm the role and responsibilities and coordinate with the other team members.
- Review the relevant MICS questionnaires and instructions/manuals to familiarize fully with the MICS methodology.
- Perform peer review to all the prepared training materials including PPT, interviewers’ and the controllers’ manuals, prepared by the INSTAT’s experts.
- Be available throughout the training period for questions and clarifications, and provide feedback to trainers at the end-of-day debriefs.
Deliverables
The consultant will deliver the following outputs:
- Written feedback for the presentation materials and manuals for the MICS training.
- Signed timesheet / attendance sheet for the training period.
Reporting and coordination
The expert will report to Observatory and coordinate closely with the INSTAT And UNICEF focal points for the training. All communication with external stakeholders, if any, will be done through/copying UNICEF and INSTAT, as applicable.
Qualifications
The candidate should possess the following qualifications and experience:
- Advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in statistics, economy, management and related fields.
- At least 15 years of relevant professional experience in statistics, data analysis.
- Demonstrated experience delivering trainings or facilitating learning for adult participants.
- Ability to work effectively in multicultural teams and to support standardization of training messages and practices.
- Fluency in Albanian and English is required.
Payment schedule
The payment modality (daily fee or lump sum), invoice requirements and applicable taxes will be specified in the contract. Payment will be made upon completion of the assignment and submission of all required deliverables, including signed timesheets.
How to Apply?
Qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents via email to hr@observator.org.al by 12 January 2025:
📌 Expression of interest outlining your motivation to the assignment.
📌 Updated CV highlighting relevant experience and previous work related to this consultancy.
📌 Financial fee Provide the financial fee in Albanian Leke per working day. For non-resident candidates, the payment will be made in accordance with the Law 29/2023, Article 58, For non-resident service providers.
📢 Application period: Open from 29 December 2025 until 12 January 2026.
📢 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.