OBJECTIVES OF the Evaluation
The objective of the evaluation will be to assess the project's overall performance and determine whether it has achieved the expected outputs and outcomes. Further, the evaluation will explain why the project did or did not achieve these results, through an integrated analysis of the entire result chain (inputs, activities, outputs, outcomes, and likelihood of impact) and contextual factors. The consultant will carry out the evaluation on the OECD criteria basis (coherence, effectiveness, efficiency, relevance, sustainability, and impact) while examining project coverage, gender mainstreaming, and protection issues.
Evaluate the relevance, effectiveness, efficiency, coherence, quality of implementation, beneficiary perspective, coordination and integration, and the long-term sustainability of the action
Highlight the unmet objectives, identify possible reasons and provide actionable recommendations for improving future projects, based on the findings of the evaluation.
Assess the project’s strength and weaknesses to gain insight in the design and implementation of future projects
Assess stakeholder satisfaction and their level of participation in the design and the implementation of the project
Evaluate how effective the project integrated cross-cutting themes such as gender equality, inclusion, protection, environment and accountability
2. Profile of the evaluator
An international/national consultant, with the following profile, will carry out the evaluation:
Pool of consultants with profiles in the field of FSL, WASH, MHPSS and Nutrition/Health with cross-cutting skills on gender, protection, etc.
Good mastery / knowledge in the collection, processing and analysis of project’s indicators (as indicated above.)
Minimum 5 years of work experience in terms of evaluating humanitarian projects;
Strong analytical and research skills, including the ability to process large amounts of information, extract critical analysis and disseminate it appropriately;
Demonstrated experience in evaluation methods (qualitative and participatory, including evaluation design, data collection, and empirical analysis) and experience in applying appropriate techniques to assess the inclusiveness and sustainability of program approaches;
Relevant degree / equivalent experience related to the evaluation to be undertaken;
Significant experience in coordination, design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programs;
Expertise in the protection and inclusion of vulnerable groups;
Good knowledge and established experience in emergency projects
Good communications skills and experience of workshop facilitation;
Ability to write clear and useful reports (may be required to produce examples of previous work);
Fluent in English and French;
Understanding of donor requirements (USAID/BHA);
Ability to manage the available time and resources and to work with tight deadlines;
Prior experience in DRC or knowledge of the DRC context preferred as well as language skills in the local language are an added value
Knowledge of issues relating to emergencies, humanitarian crises and the context of programmes in the DRC
Independence from the parties involved, etc.
To complete this file, you need to read 3 additional documents (annexes)
To be requested directly from this address: procurment@cd-actioncontralafaim.org.
Submission of offer
11.1 Eligibility
Participation in this call for applications is open to any legal or natural person in the field of evaluation.
11.2 Detailed content of the offer
The bidder must provide sufficient information in their proposal to demonstrate compliance with the required conditions established in each section. The proposal will include, at a minimum:
Proof of registration and tax identification according to the nature and legal status of the consultant (legal entity or individual).
References regarding the financial capacity of the bidder, certified by the following documents:
Copies of quality service certificates or good performance attestations (at least three (03) clients). Special attention will be given to experience with International Non-Governmental Organizations and similar bodies (mandatory). The bidder may attach any other document they deem useful for the analysis of their file.
11.3 Response Format
The bidder's offer will consist of three (03) separate files as follows:
These files will in turn be organized in a compressed folder titled as follows: "EXTERNAL EVALUATION OFFER – B2D – [name of the legal entity/the individual]". All offers must be sealed, dated, and signed by the bidder. Bidders must submit their offers by email: procurement@cd-actioncontrelafaim.org . Offers must reach Action Against Hunger by no later than 16th October 2024. Any bidder who does not provide all the documents mentioned above and in the requested formats may have their proposal excluded. Late proposals will not be accepted.
