Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Learning at Vi Agroforestry

Methods and Approach

The study shall be conducted through a consultative process and with inputs from key stakeholders, as well as a review of relevant documents and desk studies. The methods and approach should be scientific enabling generalization of findings and lessons learnt. It is up to the bidding firm to clearly detail the methods and approaches it will use.

Methodology of the study

• We request a detailed methodology with a clear elaboration on the method to be used in the application submitted to conduct this study.
• An inception report will be prepared by the consultant based on and in line with this term of reference. This will be reviewed and agreed upon with Vi Agroforestry as the first deliverable of the assignment.
• The consultant will be given access to all relevant ICT software and tools after signing a Non-Disclosure Agreement.
• The inception report must include a work plan for the study detailing methodological aspects and timeframe for conducting the interviews. It’s the responsibility of the consultant to book meetings for the interview through direct communication with the interviewees. A list will be provided by Vi Agroforestry.
• Before finalizing the report, the consultant will organize a workshop for the feedback and validation of the conclusions and recommendations with the participation of the interviewees. This feedback will serve to validate the information, the analysis and the feasibility/utility of the recommendations made.

Key Deliverables

The specific deliverables of the assignment include but not limited to the following:

• A detailed Work plan, in which proposed methodologies and study tools are incorporated, which have to be validated by Vi Agroforestry.
• Inception report to be submitted within 5 days of signing contract detailing the consultant’s approach to the study, providing a detailed work-plan and detailed methodology and how the assignment will be undertaken
• Draft report showing the key findings on the study.
• Final report of the study should include an executive summary of a maximum of one page. The main report must include the recommended PMERL framework.

Duration of the assignment

The duration for the works specified under this Terms of Reference (TORs) shall be for two (2) months from the signing of the contract without extension.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• A Master’s or PhD degree in Programme Management, Monitoring and Evaluation or related discipline.
• Experience from on evaluation of M&E systems/frameworks
• Priority will be given to those applicants with demonstrated evidence of past work on the topic/ issues.
• Field experience is an asset.
• Fluency in English is required.