Consultant in Humanitarian Aid, Civil Protection, and Home …, Brussels

Overview We are expanding our services, and to support this growth, we are looking for a Consultant to join our practice working on humanitarian aid, civil protection and home affairs. ICF is a leading provider of services for the European Commission and other EU agencies. This role is for a self‑starter who enjoys applying methodological and subject‑matter expertise to proposals and projects across a range of topics.

What you will get to do From day one you will contribute to projects for the European Commission and its agencies, supporting policy research and evaluation, data collection and analysis, interpretation of results and project management. You will work with a team of analysts and consultants in an international environment, receive training and development opportunities and help grow ICF’s work into new areas.

Job description

The Consultant will work primarily in humanitarian aid, civil protection and home affairs, analysing policy areas with strong analytical, writing and organisational skills. Quantitative data analysis skills are an asset.

The role involves primary data collection through various research methods, reviewing and compiling secondary data and carrying out qualitative and quantitative data analysis for research and evaluation reports.

The Consultant will coordinate and/or manage projects of moderate size.

The Consultant will work on multiple projects concurrently, interacting with all levels of ICF staff and external stakeholders during workshops and events.

Main responsibilities

Undertake high‑quality research and data collection and analysis activities.

Conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis (Excel essential).

Support study design and delivery by drafting parts of inception deliverables (evaluation questions, intervention logics, theory of change, data collection and analysis plans).

Arrange, conduct and facilitate interviews, surveys and focus groups.

Develop, conduct and analyse case studies across thematic areas in humanitarian aid, civil protection or home affairs.

Assist with report‑writing and presentations.

Contribute to the preparation of tenders and reports for the European Commission and other EU clients.

Support online and, when required, in‑person client meetings and site visits.

Collaborate closely with other project teams, external partners and stakeholders.

Essential requirements

Master’s degree in social science or a related discipline.

More than four years of experience in public policy in humanitarian aid, civil protection or home affairs. Prior experience with policy research studies and evaluations for EU institutions is an advantage.

Experience applying a variety of research and evaluation methods (qualitative and/or quantitative), impact assessments and feasibility studies.

Knowledge of the European policy‑making process and EU institutions.

Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills.

Fluent in English; proficiency in at least one additional European language is an asset.

Proven ability to work in multinational and multidisciplinary teams.

Advanced computer skills for research and data analysis (Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel).

Personal qualities

High organisational capabilities.

Strong interpersonal skills and self‑motivation.

Attention to detail and accuracy.

Intellectual curiosity and flexibility to work across different policy fields.

Excellent time‑management and ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment, handling multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.

Sound research and business ethics, including protection of proprietary and confidential information.

Ability to work with all levels of internal staff, clients and subcontractors.

Ability to build knowledge of ICF’s markets and apply this understanding to day‑to‑day responsibilities.

Initiative and independence, working without close supervision.

Problem‑solving and team‑playing attitude.

Willingness to travel.

Key points for your application

Experience applying qualitative and quantitative research methods.

Understanding of humanitarian aid, civil protection and home affairs policy areas.

Explanation of why you are interested in working at ICF.

Right to work, location&sponsorship We welcome applications from candidates worldwide. For roles located in the UK, Belgium, Spain or Germany, applicants must hold the right to work in the country or be eligible for visa sponsorship, and must be physically present, or able to relocate, by first day of employment. Relocation support is not automatically provided.

Location Brussels, Belgium (BE75)

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