Terms of reference for the final evaluation Somalia Flood joint response project.

          Terms of reference for the final evaluation Somalia Flood joint response project.

1.    Background

1.1 Flood response project.

The Somalia Flood Joint Response is a crisis response project that has a total budget of EUR 3 million for 6 months to provide life-saving assistance to severely flood affected populations. The project started on 19th of December 2023 and is phasing out on 18th June 2024. The project is implemented by a flood response consortium in several regions of Somalia including Hiran region (Belet Weyne), Bay region (Baidoa), Lower Juba (Kismayo), Gedo Region (Bardheera), Middle Shabelle (Jowhar) and Mudug Region (Galkaio).

1.2 Dutch Relief Alliance (DRA)

The flood response project is implemented through a consortium of Dutch Relief Alliance members. The Dutch Relief Alliance (DRA) is a coalition of 14 Dutch aid organisations in partnership with the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA).[1] The Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) partners with the DRA by funding Joint Responses. The structure of the DRA enables participating NGOs to respond to major international crises in a timely and effective manner. The rising number of humanitarian disasters around the world has placed an increased burden on international aid organisations. The global increase in the number of armed conflicts – and the deepening complexity of these conflicts – is also adding to the severe strain on the existing humanitarian system. The Dutch Relief Alliance (DRA) was established to meet these challenges. Improved cooperation and coordination between NGOs enable them to better respond to major international crises in a timely and effective manner. The DRA members collaborate in humanitarian interventions – delivering greater impact than members operating independently.

[1] The DRA members are: CARE Nederland; Cordaid; Dorcas; Oxfam Novib; Plan International Nederland; Help a Child; Save the Children; SOS Children’s Villages The Netherlands; Stichting Vluchteling; Tearfund NL; Terre des Hommes; War Child; World Vision; and ZOA.

1.    Required essential qualifications.

The specific requirements for this assignment are hands on experience with evaluating a joint response program implemented through partnership between international and national partners and proven and documented knowledge on evaluating multi-sectoral integrated emergency response. other requirements are as detailed below.

·         Extensive experience in research work and in assessments/evaluations. Knowledge of Research Methodologies and application of various tools including practical experience in assessments, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of community-based interventions.

·         At least a master’s degree in economics, developmental studies, business administration and social science or related field for the lead consultant/ a minimum of bachelor’s degree on the relevant academic areas with 7 year of progressive experience in research can be acceptable.

·         Strong experience in humanitarian response and knowledge of humanitarian standards (CHS, Sphere, Code of Conduct).

·         Proven experience of using participatory methods as the means of data collection and analysis.

·         Previous working experience in Somalia is considered an advantage.

·         Excellent analytical and report writing skills with skills in using statistical packages such as SPSS, STATA, Infodev

·         Fluent in English, understanding of local language will be an added advantage.

Individuals/firms that meet the above requirements  should submit Expression of Interests (EoI) shall be sent to [email protected] no later than close of business on 20th May 2024, which should include:

i.                    Technical Proposal detailing the approach, methodology and work plan of the assignment.

ii.                  Financial Proposal including daily rates in USD with detailed breakdown (transportation, enumerators, accommodation, meals, taxes 6% etc.)

iii.                CV of the lead consultant and contact details of two professional referees

iv.                  Firms based/registered in Somalia must produce operating license

v.                    Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview.