Result of Service
Result of Service
Conduct and deliver the Terminal Review (TR) report for the project titled Conservation and Improvement of Ecosystem Services for the Atsinanana Region through Agroecology and the Promotion of Sustainable Energy Production (GEF ID: 9793).Job Summary
Job Summary
The consultant will undertake the Terminal Review of a UNEP-implemented Global Environment Facility (GEF) project in Madagascar.
The review will assess project performance in terms of relevance, effectiveness and efficiency, while evaluating actual and potential outcomes, impacts and sustainability.
The assignment will provide accountability for project results and generate lessons learned to support future programming and knowledge sharing.
The consultant will work under the direct supervision of the Task Manager and the overall guidance of the Portfolio Manager of the GEF Biodiversity and Land Degradation Unit.Key ResponsibilitiesInception Phase
Key Responsibilities
Inception Phase
Conduct a preliminary desk review of project documentation.
Carry out introductory interviews with project staff and stakeholders.
Prepare the review framework in accordance with UNEP evaluation guidelines.
Identify key stakeholders to be consulted.
Develop interview and review question matrices.
Prepare the review workplan and schedule.
Submit an Inception Report.Data Collection and Analysis
Data Collection and Analysis
Conduct detailed desk reviews of project documents and supporting evidence.
Carry out interviews with implementing agencies, executing partners and project stakeholders.
Collect and analyze qualitative and quantitative information relevant to project performance.
Provide regular progress updates to the Task Manager.
Identify and communicate any emerging risks or challenges affecting the review process.Reporting
Reporting
Prepare the Draft Terminal Review Report in accordance with UNEP review standards.
Incorporate comments and feedback received from reviewers and stakeholders.
Finalize the Terminal Review Report for approval.
Prepare a Response to Comments Annex documenting accepted and rejected review comments.Stakeholder Management
Stakeholder Management
Maintain constructive and professional relationships with stakeholders throughout the review.
Ensure the review process remains participatory while maintaining independence and objectivity.
Communicate regularly with the Task Manager regarding progress and issues requiring attention.Required Deliverables1. Inception Report
Required Deliverables
1. Inception Report
Project assessment.
Stakeholder analysis.
Review framework.
Review schedule and methodology.2. (adsbygoogle=window.adsbygoogle||[]).push({});Preliminary Findings Presentation
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Presentation of preliminary findings.
Validation of information sources and emerging conclusions.
Facilitation of stakeholder feedback and participation.3. Draft and Final Review Report
3. Draft and Final Review Report
Executive summary.
Analysis of findings organized by review criteria.
Evidence-based conclusions and ratings.
Lessons learned and recommendations.Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications and Experience
Advanced university degree in Environmental Sciences, International Development, Political Science, Social Sciences or a related discipline.
Minimum seven (7) years of technical and evaluation experience.
Experience evaluating large national, regional or global programmes.
Demonstrated experience applying Theory of Change methodologies in evaluations.
Good understanding of biodiversity conservation, natural resource management and environmental governance.
Hands-on experience managing national or international natural resource management projects.
Experience related to protected area management, environmental information systems, capacity development or biodiversity programmes is highly desirable.
Experience working in Madagascar or the project target area is considered an asset.
Knowledge of the United Nations system, particularly UNEP, is an advantage.Technical Knowledge and Skills
Technical Knowledge and Skills
Strong evaluation and project assessment skills.
Ability to analyze environmental and development programmes.
Excellent research, reporting and analytical capabilities.
Experience conducting stakeholder consultations and interviews.
Strong report-writing and presentation skills.
Ability to synthesize complex information into evidence-based findings and recommendations.Languages
Languages
Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
Proficiency in French is highly desirable.
Knowledge of Malagasy is an asset.