Review of Quasi-Experimental Evaluation Designs for Child Sexual Violence Prevention Interventions
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Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI)
Remote (global)- Career category: Monitoring & Evaluation /MEAL, Research/ Data analysis
- Job type: Consultancy
- Organisation type: Civil Society
- Remote option: Remote (global)
- Right to work requirements: Anyone can apply
- Remuneration: Remuneration not disclosed
- Deadline: 14/08/2026
- Location: Remote (global)
Background
Child sexual violence (CSV) remains a significant global challenge, yet the evidence base for effective prevention interventions remains limited, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). While randomised controlled trials (RCTs) are often considered the gold standard for evaluation, they are not always feasible, affordable, or ethical in many settings where CSV prevention programmes operate.
There is growing recognition that quasi-experimental designs can provide rigorous and policy-relevant evidence and in some contexts, they can be the more appropriate choice. Depending on the question and the setting, they can be more ethical, quicker to field, or feasible where randomisation is not possible or not justified. They are not, however, always cheaper. Several of these designs depend on good baseline, time-series or administrative data and can be demanding to do well. What the CSV field currently lacks is practical guidance on which alternative evaluation approaches are most appropriate for different intervention types and implementation settings.
As part of its broader programme of work to strengthen child sexual violence research and outcome measurement, SVRI seeks to commission a review of quasi-experimental evaluation designs applicable to CSV prevention interventions.
Purpose of the Assignment
The purpose of this assignment is to review and synthesise evidence on quasi-experimental evaluation approaches for CSV prevention interventions and to provide practical guidance for researchers, practitioners, and funders. The question we are trying to answer is what study designs we can use when we cannot run an RCT.
The review should:
- Identify evaluation designs currently used in CSV prevention research
- Identify quasi-experimental designs that show promise in CSV, violence prevention, or allied areas of practice
- Assess the methodological strengths and limitations of different approaches
- Consider feasibility, affordability, ethical considerations, and implementation challenges in LMIC settings
- Develop practical recommendations on selecting appropriate evaluation designs for different intervention contexts with suggestions for research design for CSV intervention research
- Strengthen the field’s ability to evaluate CSV prevention rigorously where individuals or groups cannot be randomly assigned to the intervention.
Scope of Work
The consultant(s) will undertake the following:
Evidence Review
Critical Assessment
Guidance for the Field
Stakeholder Engagement and Knowledge Sharing
Deliverables
The consultant(s) will be expected to deliver:
- Inception Paper
- Draft Evidence Review
- Practical Guidance
4. Final Evidence Review
5. Research Briefs
6. Presentation Slide Deck
Qualifications and Experience
The ideal consultant(s) or team will have:
- Advanced degree in public health, social sciences, evaluation, or a related field
- Expertise in evaluation methodology
- Experience conducting systematic or methodological reviews
- Experience in violence prevention, child protection, or public health research
- Familiarity with LMIC contexts
- Strong analytical and writing skills
- Experience translating technical evidence into accessible products.
Partnerships or collaborations involving LMIC-based researchers or institutions are strongly encouraged.
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