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Evidence-Based Methodology (EBM) Officer

Temporary, Full-time · Ukraine - Kyiv office
Your mission
We are looking for an Evidence-Based Methodology (EBM) Officer to support the delivery, monitoring, and quality of War Child’s evidence-based mental health and psychosocial support programmes in Ukraine. Working closely with partners and under the guidance of EBM Trainers, the role supports high-quality implementation, learning, and supervision across interventions, helping ensure children and caregivers affected by war receive safe, effective, and impactful support. The EBM Officer plays a key role in strengthening programme quality, supporting partners, and contributing to meaningful evidence and learning that improves outcomes for children.

What you will do: 

1. Program Implementation Support
  • Support the implementation of evidence-based methodologies (e.g., ISMF, BeThere, Community Tales+, ReachNow, EASE, TeamUp, WeAct/EnAct) under senior guidance.
  • Co-facilitate or independently facilitate intervention groups across different methodologies as assigned.
  • Support the organization of Trainings of Facilitators (ToF) and Trainings of Trainers (ToT).
  • Assist in preparation of implementation plans in coordination with partner organizations.
  • Contribute to support groups and Communities of Practice for facilitators.

2. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Quality Assurance
  • Support overall monitoring of implementation across programs.
  • Cross-check Means of Verification (MOVs) for accuracy and completeness.
  • Assist in tracking participant referrals and attendance records.
  • Support data collection processes and documentation under the Quality of Care Framework.
  • Contribute to lessons learned exercises and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) with facilitators, participants, and stakeholders.
  • Assist in basic data analysis and contribute to impact reporting in collaboration with the MEAL team and senior trainers
3. Supervision & Capacity Strengthening
  • Participate in supervision meetings with partner organizations per methodology.
  • Support preparation of supervision materials and follow-up actions.
  • Contribute to mentoring support for facilitators.
  • Assist in developing capacity-building materials and technical guidance tools.
  • Support the implementation of the established supervision model.

4. Field Engagement

  • Participate in field visits to project sites as assigned, subject to security considerations.
  • Support coordination with local focal points and implementing partners.
  • Document observations and recommendations from field monitoring visits.

5. Coordination & Representation

  • Support preparation of presentations and technical briefs for internal and external stakeholder engagement, including program Steering Committees and cluster meetings.
  • Contribute to technical documentation and presentation materials.

6. Technical & Organizational Support

  • Assist with license agreements documentation and EBM review and update processes.
  • Support participant profiling and stakeholder mapping and engagement activities.
  • Contribute to development of partner monitoring guidelines.
  • Support proposal development processes including context analysis review, workshop design support, and program design brainstorming.

7. Communications & Visibility

  • Contribute to visibility efforts of War Child's MHPSS programming in Ukraine.
  • Support documentation of success stories and learning highlights for internal and external audiences.
To learn more about the role, please review the Job Description.
Your profile

Education
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Social Sciences, Public Health, or a related field.

Experience

  • Basic understanding of MHPSS and/or evidence-based psychosocial interventions.
  • Experience in group facilitation and supervision within social or humanitarian settings.
  • Strong organizational and documentation skills.
  • Ability to work with structured frameworks and follow established protocols.
  • Willingness and ability to travel for field visits across conflict-affected areas of Ukraine.

Language & Communication

  • Strong communication skills in English (written and spoken).
  • Fluency in Ukrainian required.
What we offer
  • Location : Ukraine. Preference is given to applicants who reside and have valid working permits. War Child does not offer relocation or visa sponsorship. 
  • Type of Contract : Local contract with salary and secondary labour conditions based on the in-country salary scale, local T&C's will apply.
  • Contract Length : 31/12/2026
Why You Should Apply
  • Meaningful Impact : Contribute directly to improving the lives of children and families affected by conflict through quality education and long-term, sustainable change.
  • Professional Growth: Join a dynamic organisation that values learning, innovation, and professional development, with opportunities for capacity building and growth through the role and War Child’s global network.
  • Global Reach : Play a key role in scaling a ground-breaking programme across multiple conflict-affected contexts worldwide.
  • Collaborative & Inclusive Culture : Work alongside passionate, mission-driven colleagues in a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace that prioritises safety, fairness and equal opportunity for all.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their applications (CV and motivation letter in English) by March 17, 2026. We are reviewing submissions on a rolling basis, so early applications are strongly recommended.

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Disclaimer
  • Only applications received via our website are processed.
  • If we appoint a suitable candidate before the given closing date, we reserve the right to remove the vacancy from our website before that date. In such a case, any responses received after that time are not processed.
  • It could be that during our selection process the closing date for the vacancy is extended. If so, and you have not yet heard from us, your application will remain active.
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About us

The War Child Alliance is an international non-governmental organization committed to providing psychosocial support, child protection, youth empowerment programming and quality education to the children affected by armed conflict. We implement evidence-based interventions to empower key stakeholders—including governments, educators, caregivers, and communities—to foster children’s wellbeing, education, and self-determination. We work with global teams with team members being based in different locations. War Child is currently operates in: Afghanistan, the Central African Republic, Colombia, DR Congo, Germany, Jordan, Lebanon, the occupied Palestinian territory, South Sudan, Sweden, Syria, Uganda, Ukraine (soon to be registered), and Yemen. We also have offices in the Netherlands and the United Kingdom.
Learn more about War Child and our programmes https://www.warchild.net/ 

Safeguarding and Integrity
Our work with children and at-risk adults to keep them safe is the most important thing we do. We are committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults in all areas of our work. We have zero tolerance for any behaviours and practices that puts children and/or vulnerable adults at risk of abuse and/or harm. All (prospective) employees will be expected to be compliant with and sign up to our Child Safeguarding policy, our Code of Conduct and PSEA: Adults at Risk Policy. You can find the Child Safeguarding and Adults at Risk policy here: Integrity & Safeguarding - Home
 
Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) and Belonging (DEIB)
We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to ensuring that all our people and job applicants are treated fairly, irrespective of where, what or whom they were born, or of other characteristics. We want to offer a safe and inclusive workplace where all our people, especially those who are currently marginalised or underrepresented, can be themselves at work. You can read our Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) and Belonging (DEIB) policy on our website, and if you have any questions about our commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) and Belonging (DEIB) do get in touch: DEIB.team@warchild.net
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