Sign of Hope (Hoffnungszeichen | Sign of Hope e.V.), a Christian-motivated organization based in Germany, is seeking a Feasibility Study Consultant for a short-term consultancy in Abyan, Yemen. This role involves assessing the viability of a proposed development project focused on improving agricultural and WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) infrastructure and creating climate-resilient income opportunities in the Rasad District.
The consultant will work closely with Sign of Hope and its local implementing partner, Relief and Development Peer Foundation (RDP), to conduct a comprehensive study. The findings will inform the final design and potential funding decisions for the project, which aims to enhance food security and resilience for vulnerable populations.
Quick Facts
| Opportunity | Job |
|---|---|
| Institution | Sign of Hope |
| Location | Abyan, Yemen |
| Region | Middle East |
| Open to | International applicants |
| Funding | Not specified |
| Duration | Up to 20 working days within 09/12/2026 to 05/01/2027 |
| Start date | 2026-12-09 |
| Application deadline | 27 November 2026 |
About the Position
The primary objective of this feasibility study is to provide Sign of Hope with a robust foundation for developing a complete project concept. This involves identifying prerequisites, opportunities, and risks, and assessing the plausibility of achieving planned objectives within the existing contextual realities. The consultant will verify the relevance, coherence, effectiveness, efficiency, impact, and sustainability of the proposed intervention, offering concrete recommendations to refine project design elements such as the logframe, risk analysis, and stakeholder analysis. Additionally, the role includes conducting a context-specific security and operational risk assessment for the proposed project area.
Eligibility
- Minimum of 5 years of project evaluation and/or implementation experience in a result-based management framework
- Proven experience in conducting feasibility studies, evaluations, and other research projects
- Technical and methodological knowledge for research projects, including assessing relevance, coherence, effectiveness, efficiency, impact, and sustainability
- Experience working with non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and partnered projects
- Fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic
- Legally registered in Aden
- Advanced level university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in social sciences, public administration, international development studies, law, or a relevant field. A first-level university degree combined with additional qualifying experience may be accepted.
- Independence and impartiality, with no liabilities to any other organization or government entity regarding this evaluation.
Benefits
Not specified in the official listing – check the source page.
Documents Required
- Résumé (max. 2 pages)
- Contacts of at least two professional referees
- Cover letter including a brief description of the proposed research methodology (technical proposal, max 1 page) and a comprehensive breakdown of costs (financial proposal), including professional fees and travel expenses
- A writing sample of a document of similar research value (e.g., a feasibility study, an evaluation report)
How to Apply
- Submit all required documents as PDF files to procurement@sign-of-hope.org
- Ensure the subject line is 'Feasibility Study in Abyan, Yemen, DC-YEM27.01'
- Applications must be received no later than 27/11/2026 at 23:59 CET
FAQs
What is the project's overall objective?
To contribute to reduced vulnerability and enhanced resilience and well-being of vulnerable populations in Rasad through strengthened food security, diversified climate-resilient livelihoods, and sustainable and equitable access to safe water and sanitation services.
What are the key deliverables of the study?
Key deliverables include an inception report, a summary of findings, a comprehensive report (max 30 pages) with recommendations and annexes, a review of project design elements, an analysis of the institutional structure, a 'Do-no-harm analysis', and a Gender mainstreaming analysis.
Source: ReliefWeb Jobs.
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