Consultancy for YIGA Baseline Study – Restless Development

Job Overview

Restless Development is seeking an experienced consultant to conduct a baseline study for the YIGA project in the West Nile region of Uganda. This assignment supports the Promoting Youth Inclusion in Governance and Decision-Making initiative funded by the Royal Danish Embassy. The consultant will establish critical benchmarks for measuring project impact over its 16-month duration.

The study will focus on Madi Okollo, Arua district and Terego, assessing youth inclusion in governance structures and decision-making processes. This foundational research will inform project implementation strategies and enable effective monitoring of outcomes. The assignment requires approximately 30 working days between October and November 2026.

As part of Restless Development’s commitment to youth-led change, this consultancy offers an opportunity to contribute to meaningful social impact in underserved regions. The successful candidate will work closely with project teams while maintaining independence in research design and execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Design comprehensive baseline study methodology aligned with YIGA project objectives and donor requirements
• Develop data collection tools including surveys, focus group guides and key informant interview protocols
• Train and supervise local research assistants in ethical data collection practices across three target districts
• Collect quantitative and qualitative data on youth participation in local governance and decision-making forums
• Analyze collected data using appropriate statistical and thematic analysis techniques
• Prepare detailed baseline report with clear findings, recommendations and project benchmark indicators
• Present preliminary findings to Restless Development staff and project partners for validation
• Incorporate feedback and deliver final baseline study report within agreed timeline

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Master’s degree in social sciences, development studies, public policy or related field from recognized university
• Minimum five years experience conducting baseline studies, evaluations or research in Ugandan NGOs
• Proven expertise in youth governance, participation or civic engagement research projects
• Strong quantitative and qualitative research skills with experience in mixed-methods approaches
• Fluency in English and proficiency in Lugbara or other West Nile local languages preferred

Desirable

• Previous work with Restless Development or similar youth-focused international NGOs
• Experience working with Royal Danish Embassy or other European donor-funded projects
• Knowledge of PACER programme framework and accountability initiatives in Uganda
• Familiarity with Youth Collective platforms and national youth policy advocacy processes
• Advanced data analysis skills using SPSS, STATA, NVivo or similar professional software

What the Role Offers

• Competitive consultancy fee commensurate with 30 days of specialized research work in Uganda
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful youth inclusion initiatives in underserved West Nile communities
• Professional collaboration with Restless Development’s experienced team and project partners
• Flexible working arrangement allowing remote work with periodic field visits to target districts
• Addition of prestigious project to professional portfolio enhancing future consultancy prospects

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a detailed CV, copies of relevant academic certificates and a technical proposal outlining their approach to the YIGA baseline study. Please apply now by clicking the link below.

About the Company

Restless Development Uganda is an agency for youth-led change supporting young leaders to create positive community impact. We operate across Karamoja, West Nile, Eastern and Central Uganda strengthening youth influence on decisions affecting their lives. Through the Uganda Youth Collective we amplify voices of over 600 youth-led organisations working together on national policy issues.

Our approach centers on power shifting principles ensuring young people have genuine authority to mobilise action on long-standing challenges. We coordinate the National Youth Working Group as part of our commitment to creating accountable systems that enable youth to realise their full potential. Restless Development walks the talk on youth empowerment both internally and externally in all operations.

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