Terms of Reference for Consultancy to Analyze Endline Survey Data for Agri-Nutrition Project and Document the Findings. at Peace Winds Japan

Objective of the assignment

• The consultancy task is to analyze endline data and document the findings in a comprehensive report. The consultant shall provide raw data, analyzed data in table formats, and the final report. The analyst should understand the desired goal of the project driving the findings towards it. The objectives of the project is driven under:

Objective 1:

• To equip the beneficiaries with knowledge and skills on climate-smart farming (Zai pits and DPM multi-storey gardening) to access a variety of green vegetables.

Objective 2:

• To equip the beneficiaries with knowledge and skills on dietary diversity and nutrition improvement to meet their nutrition needs.

Scope of the work

• Develop a data entry program using software (preferably R or STATA) that can check for ranges and consistency of data and generate reports indicating missing data, data outside of the accepted ranges, inconsistent answers, and the response rate.
• Conduct data cleaning, data verification and coding/development of themes for open-ended questions
• Analyze the data from the endline survey and document the findings in a report submitted to Peace Winds. (Conduct exploratory data analysis (for example, frequencies, percentage tabulations, and cross tabulations) of key survey variables and their correlates and produce a statistical abstract of the data)
• Provide reproducible codes with comments written in R or STATA that can be re-run for verification purposes. The codes are to be shared once the analysis is complete and done halfway the contracted timeline.
• Give recommendations based on the findings of the endline survey

Deliverables

• Deliverable 1: Reproducible codes with comments written in R or STATA
• Deliverable 2: Endline survey analyzed data in word readable format (The graphics should entail right scaling and informative graphic headings. Note:(Poorly located and labeled axes, insufficient use of color, shape and size that can obscure the relationship in data or make the data hard to read and interpret should be avoided)
• Deliverable 3: Analyzed data on food security indicators which include:

Household Dietary Diversity Score (HDDS), Food Consumption Score (FCS) and Minimum Dietary Diversity for Women (MDD-W)

Note:(The 3 deliverables shall be incorporated into the statistical analysis abstract and shared as one document annexing the Deliverable 1 with the procedure on calculating deliverables 3)

• Deliverable 3: Endline survey report in MS word and PDF versions
• Deliverable 4: Comparison between endline and baseline survey findings at every stage of indicators analysis.

Reporting Modalities

The consultant will work with Peace Winds M&E team in Kakuma, with overall guidance of the Community Development Officer and Programmes Officer. The M&E team will work closely with the consultant by:

• Providing the raw data collected from the survey
• Validation of the analysis ensuring it meets the standard of Peace Winds.
• Review of the report done by the Consultant

Assignment Duration

• The consultant is expected to carry the assignment in 9 working days from 25th December-2nd January, 2023.

Qualification, required skills

The consultant to be engaged in this assignment must have;

• University degree in Nutrition, Statistics, Public Health, Creative Writing, Public Relations, Social Sciences or a related field
• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience preferably in consultancy-based assignments involving report writing.
• Knowledge on statistical software’s and packages preferably R and STATA.
• Proven experience in report writing demonstrated through at least 2 samples
• Experience in producing corporate products
• Previous experience in copy-editing will be an asset
• Demonstrated track record in preparation of documents, project proposals, evaluation reports.
• Previous experience in writing quality nutrition survey reports is an added advantage.
• 3 years of continuous experience in working closely with humanitarian organizations and projects.

Competencies

• Strong research and excellent writing skills in English
• High proficiency in the use of MS Word, R, STATA and Excel applications
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to communicate and work with diverse people

Application process

Interested and qualified candidates (preferably individuals) should submit their applications which should include the following:

• A one-paged cover letter.
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae.
• Technical proposal for implementing the assignment.
• Financial proposal for implementing the assignment.