We are currently seeking an Assessment Specialist to support with the ongoing development of tools to support the acute needs analysis workstream at the global level.

Title:                            Assessment Specialist – HQ

Contract duration:        6 months

Location:                     Geneva

Starting Date:               ASAP

POSITION PROFILE

The Acute Needs Analysis Specialist leads the development, piloting, and rollout of IMPACT’s analytical approach for identifying and quantifying acute humanitarian needs. This includes the Minimum Viable Analytical Product (MVAP) for Acute Needs, designed to provide consistent and decision-relevant analysis across crisis contexts.

The Specialist will be responsible for developing analytical frameworks and guidance, supporting country teams through technical backstopping, reviewing analytical outputs, and producing global synthesis and advocacy products.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in humanitarian analysis or response planning.
• Master’s degree in a relevant field such as humanitarian affairs, development studies, or social sciences.

Technical skills

• Strong analytical skills and experience designing analytical frameworks.
• Proficiency in Excel required; knowledge of R, STATA, or PowerBI an asset.
• Excellent writing and synthesis skills, especially for external audiences.

Communication and organizational skills

• Experience engaging with humanitarian stakeholders, including donors and UN agencies.
• Ability to coordinate workflows under tight deadlines in multicultural settings.
• Fluency in English required; other languages an asset.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

•  For this position, gross salary between 5’800 CHF and 5’957 CHF monthly (before income tax). NB – IMPACT salaries are strictly determined by our salary grid depending on the grade of the position and the level of education and experience of staff. A contribution to medical insurance of 489 CHF per month is already included in the salary figure.
• Insurance covering professional and non-professional accidents throughout the period of employment with IMPACT
• Health insurance, life insurance and repatriation assistance in case of field visits/temporary deployments
• Enrolment in IMPACT Initiatives Research Foundational Learning Programme within the first 3 months from the start of contract.
• Applicants must hold a valid work permit for Switzerland or be EU/EFTA citizens
• Up to 40% of remote work on a weekly basis.

HOW TO APPLY

Submit your application using the form below. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
In case you encounter challenges using the application form, please contact us via [email protected]