DSW Young Adolescents Project End-term Evaluation Consultancy Job 2015

Job Description

Young Adolescents Project: End – term evaluation consultancy

Background: DSW (Deutsche Stiftung Weltbe voelkerung) is an international development and advocacy organisation, which focuses on achieving universal access to Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR).

DSW’s mission is to empower young people and communities in low and middle-income countries by addressing the issues of population dynamics and health as a way to achieve sustainable development.

In order to address young adolescents’ SRHR needs and situation, DSW with funding from Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals, developed a three years project called the Young Adolescents Project (YAP Kenya) in 2013.

The project intention was to contribute broadly to the improvement of health and well-being among young adolescents aged 10-14 years in Kenya.

YAP Kenya was to replicate and build on identified good practices from YAP Uganda, such as

all-inclusive dialogue and involvement of various stakeholders in design and implementation of the project; 

addressing cultural barriers to parent-child communication on issues of sexuality;

supplementing peer education by building teacher capacity;

ensuring steady and correct flow of SRHR and HIV&AIDS information; and also

being flexible and adaptive to the needs of the target groups and the cultural, behavioural and environmental contexts.

Project objectives and results

Specifically, the project sought to improve the SRHR situation among young adolescents in nine primary schools in Kilifi County.

The following three key results were anticipated to be achieved throughout the project period:

Increasing SRHR knowledge, skills and access to services among young adolescents in nine primary schools in Kilifi County

Creating a supportive school and community environment for young adolescents’ SRHR

Institutionalizing, documenting, and widely sharing project approaches and methodologies.

Purpose of the End-term evaluation:

The independent End-term evaluation report needs to be a substantial document that

(a) answers all the elements of the Terms of Reference (ToR);

(b)provides findings and conclusions that are based on robust and transparent evidence; and

(c) where necessary supplements DSW’s  own data with independent research.

Objectives of the End-term evaluation

1. To assess the achievement of the key expected results and overall performance of key indicators measured in the baseline as well as assess on how the project incorporated the Baseline recommendations.

2. To assess the extent to which the project performed well and was good value for money, which includes considering;

How well the project met its objectives;

How well the project applied value for money principles of effectiveness, economy, efficiency in relation to delivery of its results;

What has happened because of Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceutical’s funding that wouldn’t have otherwise happened; and

How well the project aligns with national and county health goals/priorities of supporting the delivery of the MDGs.

What  worked well and how it can be replicated

How have the programme objectives contributed to DSW strategic objectives.

Examine and assess Donor visibility during implementation of the action.

3. To independently verify (and supplement where necessary), DSW’s’ record of achievement as reported through Annual Reports and defined in the project’s logframe;

Proposed Evaluation Process

The following process will be followed;

A desk-review of relevant project documents, including project proposal, log frame and other relevant documents, a range of which will be agreed upon and made available prior to implementation of the survey.

An inception report, detailing the survey design, methodology, indicators, tools, work plan schedule and budget to carry out the assignment.

Data and relevant information will be collected data through field work in the project area. Data will be analysed and findings interpreted. Recommendations based on this should be made.

After data collection, the Consultant will make a presentation to DSW on the provisional findings and likely recommendations.

Present draft report for input by DSW, partners and stakeholders as appropriate. The report shall be comprehensive and provide detailed specific findings and providing key recommendations on the way forward.

Finalise report and re-submit to DSW.

Deliverables from final evaluation

Inception report – relate to key issues targeted by the End-Term evaluation

Summary of field visit reports

Draft final report – submitted for review accompanied by a debriefing of the key findings

Final report – compiled based on the feedback gathered

Methodology

 
It is anticipated that the Consultant will interact with project personnel and beneficiaries and collect data and information for the evaluation through various methods relevant to the exercise.

The Consultant will need to be cognizant of furthering data collection techniques utilized during the project baseline to ensure consistency of the evaluation approach. Hence, use of LOT Quality Assurance sampling (LQAS) data collection methodology is highly recommended.

The Consultant should provide every possible opportunity for project stakeholders and beneficiaries to participate in and contribute to the end-term evaluation.

In particular the Consultant will be expected to:

a) Study the key project documents including proposal and logframe.

b) Study the project summary and interim technical reports for year 1 and year 2.

c) Study project baseline, key events, work shop, training and accreditation reports.

In carrying out the evaluation, the Consultant should ensure independence and impartiality to ensure objectivity of the evaluation.

Qualifications and Experience

The Consultant must have post-graduate qualification in relevant field (social/health sciences, business, economics and gender issues) with good specialization in Sexual Reproductive Health.

The Consultant should have demonstrated knowledge and experience in monitoring and evaluating health/development projects regionally.

Specifically, the Consultant(s) selected must have the following qualifications to be considered:

At least 8 years research experience in Sociology, demography, and gender issues in a development setting (evidence will be required);

A Masters’ degree in any of the above relevant fields would be an added advantage;

Experience in undertaking research in the informal sector i.e. the regulatory framework, and participation by women and youth (evidence will be required);

Experience working on a regional level with particular focus in the coastal region of Kenya

A demonstrated high level of professionalism, and an ability to work independently and work within the limits of given deadlines.

Excellent analytical, writing, and presentation skills.

High proficiency in written and spoken English is required.

Work Plan: The consultancy is for twenty one (21) days to be completed before 16th October, 2015.

On starting the consultant is expected to develop his/her timetable or work plan together with the DSW team;

How to Apply

Interested Consultants/firms are requested to send their applications via email to info@dswkenya.org by Wednesday 9th September 2015 with the title ‘Consultancy: YAP End-term evaluation’ clearly indicated in the subject line.

Applications should include the following documents:

Cover letter


Interpretation of the ToR


Capacity statement including a minimum of three (3) samples of reports developed by the Consultant(s) addressing similar issues;


Detailed resume(s) highlighting the work that the Consultant(s) has undertaken, which is relevant to this assignment;


Detailed work plan and timeframe


Costed budget (in Ksh.) covering each stage detailed in the workplan;


Brief outline of the methodology the Consultant(s) will use to guide the process; explaining in detail the methodology and tools to be used in carrying out the assignment.


Proposed outline for the report.

NB: Shortlisted consultants will be required to make a presentation on 11th September, 2015 at the DSW offices

For more information, kindly visit www.dsw.org

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