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الوصف الوظيفي:
Call for Quotations

Research on the Impact of Hackathons and Competitions on the Learning Process

About GSG/Mercy Corps
Gaza Sky Geeks, established in 2011 by Mercy Corps with support from Google, is Palestine’s leading tech hub that trains, nurtures, and supports emerging tech talent with the goal of creating a sustainable and inclusive digital job market in Palestine.

Objective
The objective of this research is to assess how hackathons and competitions affect the learning process of GSG community members, identifying both the benefits and potential drawbacks, and providing evidence-based recommendations for improving program design and delivery.

Key Research Questions
The research should address (but not be limited to) the following questions:

How do hackathons and competitions influence participants’ technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and collaboration skills?
Do these events lead to long-term skill retention and application, or are the gains
short-lived?
What emotional and motivational effects do hackathons have on participants (e.g.,
confidence, stress, sense of belonging)?
Are there differences in impact between beginners and experienced participants?
What challenges or barriers reduce the learning benefits of these events, particularly
in the Gaza context?
What program design improvements could maximize positive learning outcomes and
minimize negative effects?

متطلبات الوظيفة:
Scope of Work and Tasks
The selected researcher will be responsible for:

1.  Literature Review
Review relevant academic and industry studies on hackathons, competitions, and experiential learning.
Identify best practices and existing evaluation methods.
2. Research Design
Develop a mixed-methods research plan combining quantitative and qualitative approaches.
Define indicators, sampling methods, and data collection tools.
3. Data Collection
Conduct surveys with participants before, immediately after, and several weeks after selected hackathons/competitions.
Facilitate interviews and/or focus groups with a diverse range of participants.
Observe live events to document learning behaviors, team dynamics, and engagement.
4. Data Analysis
Analyze quantitative survey results (statistical analysis).
Thematically analyze qualitative data (interviews, focus groups, observations).
Compare findings across different participant profiles (skill levels, gender, experience).
5. Reporting
Prepare a comprehensive report outlining findings, challenges, and actionable recommendations for GSG.
Include an executive summary, methodology, data analysis, conclusions, and
recommendations.
Present findings to the GSG team in a workshop format.

Deliverables
Inception report with detailed methodology and research tools.
Literature review summary
Data collection instruments (surveys, interview guides, observation templates).
Clean and anonymized datasets.
One Pager to summarize the research to be able to publish it on social media
Draft research report for review and feedback
Final research report with executive summary and recommendations
Presentation of findings to GSG.

Timeline
Contract duration: Approximately 10–12 weeks from start date
Key milestones will be agreed upon in the inception phase

Qualifications of Researchers
Proven experience in conducting research (In learning and education, or program evaluation, is a plus).
Strong understanding of experiential and collaborative learning methods.
Proficiency in both quantitative and qualitative research methods.
Experience working in contexts affected by crisis or conflict is an asset.
Familiarity with hackathons, competitions, or tech community initiatives is preferred.
Excellent report writing and presentation skills in English (Arabic is a plus).

Evaluation Criteria
Proposals will be evaluated based on the following weighted criteria:

1. Relevant Experience & Qualifications (20%)
Proven track record in conducting educational or program impact research.
Experience in both quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis.
Familiarity with hackathons, competitions, or experiential learning programs.
Previous work in crisis-affected or resource-constrained contexts (desirable)
2. Methodology & Research Approach (40%)
Clear and detailed proposed methodology tailored to GSG’s context.
Balance between quantitative and qualitative approaches.
Feasibility of data collection methods given local constraints.
Innovation in measuring learning outcomes and participant experiences.
3. Timeline (10%)

4. Budget & Value for Money (30%)
Realistic, transparent, and cost-effective budget.

Offers must be submitted No Later than 21 August 2025.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to:

Anas Omar - Procurement Department
Email: anaomar@mercycorps.org
تفاصيل الوظيفة:
المسمى الوظيفي: Research Consultant – Impact of Hackathons on Learning
آخر موعد للتقديم: 21.08.2025.
المكان: العمل عن بعد
طبيعة العمل: عن بُعد و من المكتب
نوع الوظيفة: العقود والاستشارات
المستوى المهني: متوسط الخبرة
الدرجة العلمية: البكالوريوس
الخبرة: 3 سنوات
التصنيف: التعليم والتدريب العلوم والبحوث
آلية التقديم:
Read the Scope of Work carefully and base the offer accordingly

Interested researchers must submit the following to be considered:

Updated CV
Filled out Supplier Information Form
Price Offer in USD including VAT
Technical Offer

Download the Documents templates from the links below:

1. Scope of Work

2. Supplier Information Form (Companies)

3. Supplier Information Form (Individuals)


Offers must be submitted No Later than 21 August 2025. @ 2:00 PM

Submit your application through the following https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSco-gAIJzySNDM9-uzX4dxmCZQxcXIzc8_0PwC__8fRxakJqQ/viewform
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.