In line with the evaluation plan for UNDP Sierra Leone Programming Cycle 2008-12, UNDP plans to undertake an outcome evaluation on Inclusive Private Sector Development, which is expected to be undertaken in the first quarter of 2012. In particular, the evaluation relates to the Country Programme Outcome (CPO) 2.2 Private Sector Reform and Development of Inclusive Local Markets. The evaluation will put a major focus on assessing the impact and overall contribution of the portfolio of projects falling under CPO 2.2, towards progress in achieving the United Nations Joint Vision Programme 3 Finance for Development as well as draw recommendations for eventual adjustments, and lessons learnt for the elaboration of the further strategy in this sector. As the success of development activities is increasingly measured on the basis of tangible changes in the situation of the intended beneficiaries (“Results-based Management” approach), the Government, civil society and donors are increasingly paying more attention and allocating more resources for the formulation of relevant progress indicators, as well as the collection and analysis of relevant data, as part of monitoring and evaluation activities This evaluation is therefore a requirement for UNDP to consider a follow-up phase to its assistance; it will also help ensure that the needs for the development of national capacities in using data for the formulation, implementation and monitoring of policy and programmes are covered. As such, the findings of this evaluation will be equally beneficial in contributing to strengthening the capacities of central and local authorities and other partners in view of creating new businesses and jobs in targeted rural and urban areas. Finally, as Sierra Leone continues its recovery from the war, rebounds from the global economic crisis and becomes an increasingly dynamic and attractive economy, the results of the Evaluation will help to guide the efforts of UNDP or other development partners in designing and delivering effective interventions to support the Sierra Leonean private sector to mature and deliver higher incomes, employment and prosperity for its people.
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The main partners to be involved in the evaluation are: the Office of the President, the Ministry of Trade and Industry, the Enhanced Integrated Framework National Implementation Unit, the Sierra Leone Investment and Export Promotion Agency, the Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, the National Tourist Board, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Food Security, AYANI Inclusive Financial Sector Consultants, the Ministry of Finance and Economic Development and the Bank of Sierra Leone, the Micro Finance Institutions, the private sector and selected donors. The overall objectives of the evaluation are the following:
More specifically, the outcome evaluation is expected to address the following issues: Outcome status:
Underlying factors:
UNDP contribution:
Outputs status:
Output-outcome link:
Partnership strategy:
Cross-cutting issues:
Functions /Key Results Expected: The key tasks to be undertaken are the following:
This work will be undertaken by two consultants (one international, one national), with the international consultant leading the evaluation process. The key product expected is a comprehensive analytical report that includes, but is not limited to the following components: (in line with the UNDP Guidelines for Outcome Evaluators):
The evaluator should provide a proposed report structure to UNDP prior to the start of fieldwork. The report should be prepared in English. It should take into account the opinions/voices of people from Sierra Leone, government representatives, donors and NGOs. The evaluators will prepare a presentation of the preliminary findings to be discussed at a roundtable in Freetown with UNDP and its partners. In addition, an outline for future UNDP interventions in the respective area (if deemed relevant) based on the recommendations of the mission is to be produced. The format of the outline will be agreed between UNDP and the evaluators prior to the start of the evaluation. The evaluators are required to discuss the full draft of the evaluation report prior to departure from Sierra Leone. Both products shall be submitted in hard copy and electronic form.
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Competencies | |
Reporting Arrangements: To facilitate the outcome evaluation process, UNDP Sierra Leone will appoint an Evaluation Focal Team (EFT) including relevant Project Managers and the CO M&E Specialist. The EFT will assist in connecting the evaluation team with CO senior management and external key stakeholders as needed. In addition, the EFT will provide assistance as requested in shaping the detailed evaluation plan; facilitate field visits; and organize meetings. However, the evaluation will be fully independent and the evaluation team will retain enough flexibility to determine the best approach in collecting and analyzing data for the outcome evaluation. The results shall be presented at a round-table to all key stakeholders (representatives of Government, relevant Parliamentary Committees, projects and specialized NGOs) and shared through specialized local and regional networks. The final evaluation report will be placed on the UNDP web-site and distributed through regular Government channels to interested parties. Duration of the consultancy: The detailed schedule of the evaluation and the length of the assignment will be discussed with the evaluators prior to the assignment. The estimated duration of evaluators’ assignment is up to 20 working days. Payment Modalities: Payment to the consultant will be made in three installments upon satisfactory completion of the following deliverables: 1st installment-15% upon signing of the contract 2nd installment-35% upon submission of draft report to UNDP showing progress against agreed outputs 3rd installment-50% upon submission of the final report with all deliverables signed off by UNDP. Evaluation of Criteria and Weighting: The consultant will be evaluated against a combination of technical and financial criteria. Maximum score is 100% out of a total score for technical criteria equals 70% and 30% for financial criteria. The technical evaluation will take into account the following as per the weightings provided:
Application Procedure: Qualified and interested candidates are hereby requested to apply. The application should contain the following:
Documents for Study by the Consultant:
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UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. |
Consultant, Outcome Evaluation Inclusive Private Sector Development
Consultant, Outcome Evaluation Inclusive Private Sector Development
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