[newdevjobsindo] External Endline and Evaluation Study_FOMA-PRO
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Term of Reference
Project Title
Fostering Multistakeholder Alliance for Pro-Poor and Gender Sensitive Low
Carbon Development and Climate Resilience (Climate
Resilience)- FOMA-PRO
Name of Activity
External Endline and Evaluation Study
Donor
Islamic Relief Canada
Proposed Time
April - May 2024
Proposed Budget
IDR 150.000.000
Budget line
'ID020_000005_001, ID020_000005_035
A. Introduction: About Islamic Relief
Islamic Relief is an international aid and development charity, which aims to
alleviate the suffering of the world's poorest people. IR is an independent
Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) founded in the UK in 1984. As well as
responding to disasters and emergencies, Islamic Relief promotes sustainable
economic and social development by working with local communities - regardless
of race, religion or gender.
Our vision: Inspired by our Islamic faith and guided by our values, we envisage
a caring world where communities are empowered, social obligations are
fulfilled, and people respond as oneto the suffering of others.
Our mission: Exemplifying our Islamic values, we will mobilize resources, build
partnerships, and develop local capacity, as we work to:
- Enable communities to mitigate the effect of disasters, prepare for
their occurrence and respondby providing relief, protection and recovery.
- Promote integrated development and environmental custodianship with
a focus on sustainable livelihoods.
- Support the marginalized and vulnerable to voice their needs and
address root causes of poverty.
We allocate these resources regardless of race, political affiliation, gender
or belief, and without expecting anything in return. At the international
level, Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW) has consultativestatus with the UN
Economic and Social Council, and is a signatory to the International Red Cross
and Red Crescent Code of Conduct. IRW is committed to the Millennium
DevelopmentGoals (MDGs) through raising awareness of the issues that affect
poor communities and through its work on the ground. Islamic Relief are one of
only 13 charities that have fulfilled the criteria and have become members of
the Disasters Emergency Committee (www.dec.org.uk)<http://www.dec.org.uk/>
Since 2022, Islamic Relief Indonesia has been transformed into local
non-government organization called Yayasan Relief Islam Indonesia (YRII). The
objectives of the organization is to contribute to thesocial welfare of the
Indonesian and to save lives and alleviate suffering. Through its projects,
YRII has continuously been providing safe drinking water, improving hygienic
sanitation facilities, increasing hygiene awareness, empowering the capacity
and livelihood aswell as providing shelters for people who affected by
disasters and climate change, contributing in strengthening food security,
improving the nutrition for malnourished
children, and sponsoring orphan children to increase their welfare. The focus
geographical areas of YRII are Banten, NTB, Aceh, and Central Sulawesi.
Moreover, the temporary office was also established in West Jave since
earthquake emergency on the end of December 2022.
YRII endeavors to work closely with local communities, focusing on
capacity-building and empowerment to help them achieve development without
dependency. Please see our website for more information Islamic Relief
Indonesia - Faith Inspiration Action
(islamic-relief.or.id)<https://islamic-relief.or.id/>.
B. PROJECT CONTEXT AND BACKGROUND
The project is about to address the rights of poor people including women to
participate meaningfully in the government's climate change program in NTB
province namely Zero Waste and Green NTB program through their participation in
agroforestry activities in barren forest and land and in applying circular
economy of waste management. To realize this, the project will train the
targeted communities on relevant knowledge and skills around climate change,
gender, agroforestry, 3R and circular economy, and Syariah microfinance. To
equip their skill, we will engage them in the pilot as part of incubation
process, so when they acquire certain capacities, they will be provided with
microfinance support so that they can run their own agroforestry and circular
economy activities in sustainable manner.
The project will have specific target to achieve, namely the communities
especially women impacted by climate change will have increased their income,
reduce exposure to climate hazard and reduced gender-based violence. In order
to make this achievement to be sustainable and can be felt by other communities
in the entire province, the project set up another target in policy level
namely pro-poor and gender sensitive low carbon development and climate
resilience policy and program in NTB province is resulted and effectively
applied. The project has been implemented in North, Central and West Lombok
District, West Nusa Tenggara Province, for a period of 2 years started from
January 2022 to December 2023. In the remaining month of project implementation
period, this project will end in May 2024. Therefore, an evaluation study is
required to be conducted to evaluate the project implementation and measure
whether the output and target have been achieved.
The project is expected to achieve the following two outcomes of the project
within its duration of 24 months:
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Outcomes
Performance Indicator
1
Poor people with minimum 30% women group impacted by climate change in targeted
areas will have increased their income, reduced exposure to climate hazard, and
reduced gender-based violence cases benefited from government inclusive Green
NTB and Zero Waste program by December 2023
300 HHs received (additional) income from agroforestry and waste circular
economy.
5 communities (2,500 HHs/10,000 individuals) feel safer from climate induced
emergency,
Target: 5 communities reported to have reduced gender-based violence (early
marriage, etc.)
2
Pro-poor and gender sensitive low carbon development and climate
A Sub- national policy on gender based
low carbon development and climate
resilience policy and program in NTB province are effectively functional to
promote economic growth, inclusively social protection and environmental
safeguarding by October 2023'
resilience strategy is resulted Target: 1 policy
The purpose of the study of project endline and evaluation is to document and
inform the stakeholders (donors, partners and beneficiaries) of the project's
relevance, effectiveness, sustainability, the potential impact and results in
relation to project outcomes and the lessons learned, disaggregated per type of
beneficiary (men, women, youth). The end of project evaluation shall relate
largely to the baseline evaluation to allow measuring progress and the
contribution of the project.
C. OBJECTIVE
The project endline and evaluation will cover the entire FOMA-PRO project
duration, from May 2022 to May 2024. The overall objective of the study is to
assess the impacts and results of the project on targeted beneficiaries and
provide stakeholders with information on the performance of the projectfrom
beginning to end, document important lessons learned and provide practical
recommendations for promising practice that can be replicated into other
project that have similarinterventions- the project end evaluation will seek to
understand the relevance, efficiency, effectiveness, impact and as well as the
achievement of the project.
The evaluation should provide assessment against project aims, the project
objectives and results based on the Project logical-model and the proposed
intervention. The evaluation objectives are consisting:
a) To assess the relevance/appropriateness of the theory of change of the
project: Is the projectaddressing urgent needs and were suited to the
priorities of the beneficiaries that will makea difference to the lives of the
most vulnerable communities in terms of access tosustainable livelihood and
production
b) Assess the efficiency: The evaluator will assess whether activities of
the project were cost- efficient, were achieved on time and whether they were
implemented in the most efficient way compared to alternatives or not.
c) Assess the effectiveness of activities and achievement of
targets/outcomes
d) Assess the project's achievements in relation to the project's
objectives and intended results stated in the project document, logical
framework and project implementation plan.
e) Evaluate the impact/change on the intended beneficiaries and how the
project has contributed to these changes, Assess the extent to which project
outcomes will be sustainedbeyond the life of the project.
f) Lesson learnt: Identify the key lesson learned and the promising
practice that can be replicated in other projects that have similar
interventions.
g) To deliberate on opportunities to improve and inform the design of
climate change intervention as part of Islamic Relief's initiative (provide
recommendations on Islamic Relief's climate change programming)
Relevance
* Investigate and make conclusions on the appropriateness of project
concept to the problems it was supposed to address taking into account the
prevailing social and economic context of project location
* Review the complementarity of the project with other interventions
particularly how this project has contributed to the reduction of vulnerability
through the provision sustainable livelihood and capacity building on adapting
and mitigating with climate change
* Review the project design including the risks and assumptions
and their impact on the project.
Efficiency
* Assess how well the project activities transferred the available
resources into the intended results in terms of quantity, quality and time.
* Assess how the project strategy used induced sustainable change,
particularly in regard to working with Local government and community
participatory processes.
* Assess how inputs and means have been converted into activities and
the quality of the results achieved.
* Analyze the efficiency of the project implementation and monitoring at
result level using the indicators of the log frame and the proposed timetable.
* Assess the level of collaboration with other agencies and the various
project stakeholders.
* Verify the appropriateness of the project implementation approach and
the innovativeness and response by project management to bring changes to the
social environment in which the project operates.
Effectiveness
* Measure the extent to which the project achieved its outcomes and
purpose using the OVIs column of the Logical Framework
* Assess whether planned benefits have been delivered and received as
perceived by project management and target groups and will continue towards the
intended purpose.
* Analyse the effectiveness of project strategies and capacity building
efforts to determine if they are sustainable.
* Determine the progress made in achieving results of the project at all
levels.
* Assess the quality of operational work planning, budgeting and how the
project managed the originally identified risks and others that may not have
been foreseen.
* Assess the quality of reporting.
* Check if the assumptions were correct and if it not how this has
affected the project achievements
Impact
* Analys whether the project has made milestones that will contribute to
the sustainable development goal of sustainably improving access to basic needs
by vulnerable communities and other disadvantaged groups.
* Determine the impact the project has made on improving living
standards to the direct project beneficiaries.
Sustainability
* Evaluate the stakeholder participation in the
management/implementation of the project;
* Measure the level of local ownership and confirm whether key
stakeholders are committed to continue and build on the achievements of the
project;
* Confirm whether the community has the intent and capacity to continue
the support activities including financial and technical capacities.
* Assess if the regional environment, socio-economic, political and
cultural factors are conducive to the continuity of the project support
activities.
* Assess to which level sustainability has been considered in planning
and execution of activities particularly in respect to institutions, formal and
non-formal, as well as technical and cross cutting issues;
* Validate the exit strategy in place.
* To enable a possible replication, the evaluator is to check whether
the process and lessons learned are being documented appropriately so they can
be translated into a methodology which will enable others to replicate the
activities more easily
and effective (multiplier effects).
Cross-cutting Issues
* Particular attention will be given to special needs, vulnerable and
marginalized groups, gender, cultural identity, peace building, environment
mainstreaming and capacity building in the project.
On the basis of the above- mentioned assessment
* Measure the extent to which the project is successful in achieving its
purpose in the targeted region. Analyse strengths and weaknesses of the project
and identify lessons learned.
* Develop detailed recommendations for how to strengthen: Project
management (including monitoring); Implementation (including approaches) and
relations with stakeholders in the project area. The recommendations should be
placed into the context of how the project should be implemented in order to
maximize impact going forward
1. LOCATION AND TARGET
The study will be conducted in the three villages of Kekait in West Lombok,
Montong Ajan in Central Lombok and Tegal Maja in North Lombok District.
2. METHODOLOGY
The methodological design of the baseline study will be proposed by the
consultant and it should include a combination of quantitative and qualitative
research methods such as literature review, data collection and analysis,
semi-structured interviews, focus groups discussions, key informant interviews
and workshops. The choice of method must take into account the needs and
capacities of the different target groups and stakeholders (children, youth,
women, community farmers/forestry groups, livestock and waste management
related companies, staff of YRII, province and district government
representatives, etc.)
D. KEY EVALUATION DELIVERABLE
The key deliverables of this evaluation will include:
Output 1: A detailed work plan developed with and approved by YRII, setting out
the detailed methodology and deliverables prior to commencing the field visits.
Output 2: The consultant will submit a comprehensive end line evaluation report
in both electronic version and signed hard copy. The document should be very
precise and address each specific objective.
The selected consultant will submit the following:
Inception report on the execution of the assignment within three days of the
commencement of the consultancy; setting out how he/she will approach the
assignment, proposed methodology, evaluating team, proposed budget and detailed
work plan and data collection tools, including draftsurvey questionnaire for
collection of field-level data.
Draft comprehensive end line evaluation report which should include at least
the following:
* Executive summary (2 pages)
* Background
* Introduction
* Purpose and objectives
* Description of Methodology
* Analysis and Findings
* Conclusion and recommendations
Output 3: The consultant will also deliver a high- quality Power-Point
presentation to wider audience such as IR staff, project local partners and
other stakeholders
Output 4: Final report, incorporating Project teams', Programme Manager's
and other
stakeholders' input, completed after input is received.
The written report will be:
* Produced in English language and using grammatically correct, clear
and concise language.
* The report format and text shall be in A4 paper size and a legible
Times New Roman 12 font size.
* At least one signed hard copy and one electronic copy by the agreed
deadline.
* Final report; to be produced in the formats and schedules formats
stipulated by IRW and inaccordance with IRW consultancy procedures
E. EVALUATION TIMELINE
The consultancy period is expected to run starting from April 2024 - 24th May
2024, starting from the agreement contract sign-off date and ending when the
final evaluation study report has been formally approved by YRII.
Action
Date
Who
TOR development and approval
6 April 2024
MEAL team
Call for proposal
8 April 2024
HR & Logistic Team
Final date for submission of proposal
20 April 2024
HR & Logistic Team
Proposals considered, short-listing
andfollow-up enquiries completed
20 April 2024
HR & Logistic Team
Consultant interview and final selection
23 April 2024
HR & Logistic Team
Consultancy Contract sign
26 April 2024
HR & Logistic Team
Meeting with the consultant and agree onan evaluation methodology, action
plan, Working schedule
24 April 2024
Consultant, MEAL and Program Team (local partners)
Submission of Inception Report (at least 7 days before commencing
thebaseline)
26 April 2024
Consultant
Evaluation/Data collection
3- 10
May 2024
Consultant
Collation and analysis of evaluation data, and submission of the draft
reportto YRII/IRW for feedback
10 - 15 May 2024
Consultant
Data cleaning and validation
15 May 2024
Consultant
Exit Meeting
17 May 2024
Consultant, MEAL and Program Team (local
partners)
IRW/YRII responses to draft report
20 May 2024
MEAL and program team (local partners)
Final report
24 May 2024
Consultant
F. Qualification and Experience Required
The consultant must demonstrate evidence of high level of research experience
especially in conducting baseline study on the issues of climate change. The
consultant should possess strong statistical/quantitative and qualitative
research skills with excellent writing abilities. An appreciation and
understanding of team work are highly required together with a high level of
professionalism and ability to meet tight deadlines.
The specific required qualifications are below;
* Extensive experience in research work especially in baseline study of
climate change issues, having previous climate change research experience in
targeted project areas arepreferred;
* At least a Master's Degree in environment studies, agriculture,
developmental studies,and social science or related field for the lead
consultant OR a minimum of Bachelor'sDegree on the relevant academic areas with
7 years of progressive experience in research can be acceptable.
* Five years demonstrated experience in research in context like
Indonesia with sound understanding of cross cutting themes such as child
protection, child rights and awareness.
* Knowledge in Research Methodologies and application of various tools
including practical experience in assessments, planning, implementation,
monitoring and evaluation of community-based interventions
* The incumbent should have proven experience of using participatory
methods as the means of data collection and analysis.
* Fluency in spoken and written English, knowledge of local language is
an advantage
* Excellent analytical and report writing skills with skills in using
statistical packagessuch as SPSS.
G. [cid:image002.jpg@01DA8F25.CFEB57C0] Ethical Consideration
The consultant is obliged to respect the following ethical and child protection
requirements:
* Fair and inclusive: the consultant should seek the views of various
stakeholders: Children with and without disabilities, street children, youth,
their families, CSOs, community, partners and government actors and be able to
identify and address potential conflict of interest and unequal power
relationships. Special efforts should be made to make the research process
child-centered and sensitive to gender and inclusion.
* Conflict of interest: the consultant must demonstrate the necessary
independence and declare any conflict of interest and potential biases,
including bias towards any of the stakeholders, target groups, types of
research methodologies or approach, social, political or religious prejudice.
* Based on rights and ethics: the consultant must respect the rights and
dignity of participants as well as comply with relevant ethical standards and
YRII's Child Protection Policy and Code of Conduct.
* The research must ensure: appropriate, safe, non-discriminatory
participation; a process of free and un-coerced consent and withdrawal and
confidentiality and anonymity of participants. The informed consent of each
person (including children) participating in data collection should be
documented.
H. Application Process
YRII invites consultants/Consulting firm with the experience and skills
described above. Applicants are being requested to send their proposals
(Technical and Financial) including:
A. Technical Proposal includes:
* Experience of carrying out the similar type of task
* Description of methodologies
* Updated CV of the candidate
* Tentative Work plan.
* Appropriate outline of the report.
B. Financial Proposal includes
* Budget Breakdown
The application is submitted to:
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