World Wildlife Fund, Inc. (WWF) and the Global Environment Facility (GEF) require a terminal evaluation (TE) for all full and medium-sized projects. The following terms of reference (TOR) set out the expectations for the TE for the project “Financial tools for small scale fishers in Melanesia,” hereafter referred to as the “Project”. The technical consultant(s) selected to conduct this evaluation will be referred to as “evaluator” throughout this TOR.
The Project seeks to improve the resilience of vulnerable coastal communities to the adverse impacts of climate change, including major shock events, in Fiji and PNG. The project works in three communities: Tavua District and Macuata Qoliqoli Cokovata in Fiji, and Madang province in PNG.
The Project was organized into the following components and outcomes:
See the WWF GEF project website https://www.worldwildlife.org/projects/financial-tools-for-small-scale-fishers-in-melanesia for additional details and project documents.
SCOPE AND OBJECTIVES OF EVALUATION
WWF is seeking an independent consultant to undertake a Terminal Evaluation of the GEF-financed Project– not the co-financing activities or associated results.
The objectives of this evaluation are to examine the extent, magnitude and sustainability of any project impacts to date; identify concerns as well as best practices; assess progress towards project outcomes and outputs; and draw lessons learned that can both improve the sustainability of benefits from this project and aid in the enhancement of future related projects. The evaluator is expected to frame the evaluation effort using the seven (7) core criteria of relevance, coherence, effectiveness, efficiency, results/impact, sustainability and adaptive capacity. Particular emphasis will be placed on effectiveness, efficiency, results/impact and sustainability. See Annexes A – D for definitions of these criteria, additional assessment areas and ratings, and a sample report outline.
Position Details
Project Data
Relevant Dates
EVALUATION APPROACH AND METHODOLOGY
The evaluation will adhere to the guidance, rules and procedures established by WWF[1] and the GEF Terminal Evaluation[2] and Ethical Guidelines.[3] The evaluation must provide evidence‐based information that is independent, participatory, transparent, and ethical. The evaluator must be unbiased and free of any conflicts of interest with the project. The evaluator is expected to reflect all stakeholder views and follow a participatory and consultative approach. There should be close engagement with WWF GEF Implementing Agency (IA), the Executing Agency/ project management unit (PMU), / government counterparts, the GEF operational focal point, partners and key stakeholders. Contact information will be provided.
The Evaluation process will include the following, with deliverables marked by “*”[4]:
EXPECTED CONTENT OF REPORT
The Terminal Evaluation report should include:
[1] For additional information on evaluation methods adopted by WWF, see the WWF Evaluation Guidelines , published on our WWF Program Standards public website.
[2] For additional information on the GEF Terminal Evaluation Guidelines, see the GEF Terminal Evaluation Guidelines, published on the GEF Evaluation Office website.
[3] Please see the GEF Ethical Guidelines as published on GEF website.
[4] All deliverables should be sent directly to the Technical Director of the agreement who will determine whether the deliverable is satisfactory and ready for circulation.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Preferred Qualifications and Experience
PROPOSAL PROCESS
Interested consultants are invited to submit a technical and financial proposal with their curriculum vitae, a relevant writing sample and three professional references that are approved to contact. Only complete proposals will be accepted. The financial proposal should include fee and reimbursable expenses, if applicable. The total budget shall not exceed USD 25,000. Individual, team or consulting firm proposals are welcome. Women and members of social minorities are encouraged to apply.
Interested consultants are requested to send their proposals to [email protected] by September 27. All questions about the requirements or process should be submitted to this e-mail address by September 20. Responses to frequent and submitted questions will be available to all interested consultants in Annex E at: https://docs.google.com/document/d/16DoBRrbb5dHmHx4Vt9__rprAOxhChytF/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=101431196757707270045&rtpof=true&sd=true
The technical proposal and qualifications/experience of the individual or team will account for 90% of the weighted score of the proposal. The technical score will be based on how the proposal reflects an understanding of the work and adherence to the TOR and quality of the proposal (readability, depth/breadth and suitability of the methodology), as well as the degree to which the candidate meets desired and required qualifications/experience mentioned in the terms of reference above. Proposals that include site visits will receive a higher technical score. The financial elements of the proposal will account for 10% of the weighted score of the application.
Once all proposals have been scored by the review committee, a shortlist of proposals will be determined, and the candidates notified. Shortlisted candidates will have their references contacted, proposal reviewed by project stakeholders and will participate in an interview. Shortlisted candidates who are not selected will be provided with information on relative strengths and weaknesses of their proposal, but specific scores and the identity of other candidates will not be shared.
The selection process will be in compliance with WWF and GEF requirements. Any questions or concerns about non-compliance or irregularities in the process can be raised through WWF’s mechanism for reporting concerns available here: https://wwfus.ethicspoint.com.
To see full Terms of Reference complete with annexes, please visit: https://docs.google.com/document/d/16DoBRrbb5dHmHx4Vt9__rprAOxhChytF/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=101431196757707270045&rtpof=true&sd=true