To achieve the project objectives, GGGI is looking for an Individual Consultant to deliver the end-of-project evaluation of the project "Climate Smart Agriculture and Sustainable Value Chains in Senegal" (hereinafter the Project).
Responsibilities:
Assess the coherence of the project’s design and results framework, focusing on how clearly the causal pathways and underlying assumptions between activities, outputs, and outcomes were articulated and understood.
The evaluation should also examine whether the framework provided a sound basis for measuring progress toward key intended outcomes, including resilience, financial access, and green jobs.
Evaluate the effectiveness and coordination of the consortium delivery model, focusing on the roles and contributions of implementing partners, internal coordination structures, and adaptive management practices, especially in light of staff turnover and evolving delivery challenges.
Assess the efficiency and clarity of reporting and communication protocols among consortium partners, with particular attention to how these mechanisms supported donor accountability and responsiveness in a complex, politically sensitive environment with multiple funding streams and stakeholders.
The evaluation should examine how internal reporting was structured, what types of information and updates were shared, and how effectively these processes facilitated coordination and accountability.
Requirements:
Master’s degree with relevant experience in conducting similar evaluations or advisory services for bilateral and multilateral development partners, including in the areas of climate-smart agriculture, rural development, and/or green employment in West Africa.
The Consultant should also have a well-established approach to quality assurance throughout the evaluation process and quality control of deliverables.
Evaluation expertise: Demonstrated experience conducting end-of-project or formative evaluations for international organizations operating in developing and emerging economies.
Gender equality and social inclusion (GESI): he must have at minimum, awareness-level knowledge of gender equality and social inclusion, with the ability to apply GESI considerations throughout the evaluation process.
Country knowledge: Familiarity with Senegal’s economic, social, and political context, particularly related to agriculture, rural development, and donor coordination.
Stakeholder consultation: Proven competence in engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, ensuring inclusivity, cultural sensitivity, and respect for diverse perspectives.
Communication skills: Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to senior audiences. This includes the capacity to present technical content in a clear and accessible manner for non-experts.
Language skills: Fluency in English is required for report writing, and high-working proficiency in French to facilitate stakeholder engagement and data collection in Senegal.
