Consultant for Evaluation of Community Based Management of Acute Malnutrition (CMAM) Programme in Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat, India
Lead the evaluation of a community-based nutrition program
Overview
Lead the evaluation of a community-based nutrition program
You have:
- At least 5 years of experience in evaluation consultancy
- Proficiency in report writing
- Experience in community-based programs
- Ability to manage project timelines and deliverables
- Knowledge of nutrition-specific interventions
Contract
This is a Consultancy contract. More about Consultancy contracts.
DURATION OF CONSULTANCY: The evaluation consultancy will take place over a total period of 29 weeks; with expected involvement of 8 weeks (January - February 2021); when the baseline assessment is planned and likely to be ongoing and field activities and reporting for 21 weeks (in second half of 2021 (tentatively August – December 2021, possibly extending into early 2022).
CLOSING DATE: 24 November 2020
PLEASE REFER TO DETAILED TERMS OF REFERENCE ATTACHED.
Detailed ToR CMAM Evaluation.docx
HOW TO APPLY: Your online application should contain three separate attachments:
i) Curriculum Vitae (CV) (to be uploaded online) ii) High-quality technical proposal as per the requirements of the ToR, including methodological aspects (compliance with the ToR) (to be uploaded online) including the following:
a. Detailed technical proposal that details how the key questions related to the evaluation would be answered;
b. How effective is the proposed approach and methodology; is it sufficiently detailed/elaborated to meet the objectives of the terms of reference; has a robust sampling strategy been proposed with an adequate sample size; are adequate linkages with the CIFF led Evaluation team envisaged; any innovative techniques;
c. How is the quality of proposed implementation plan, i.e. how the consultant will undertake each task, appropriate number of input days, quality assurance mechanisms for the assignment, attention to issue of equity – especially gender and caste, attention to ethics, and time-schedules for implementation;
d. Risk assessment and mitigation measures- recognition of the risks/peripheral problems and methods to prevent and manage risks/peripheral problems.
iii) Quality sample report of previous Evaluation conducted (to be uploaded online)
iii. A financial proposal indicating deliverable-based lumpsum fee as per template attached below. Please do not forget to specify your name in the file and include your signature, while saving. (to be uploaded under financial proposal section).
Financial Template CMAM Evaluation.docx
IMPORTANT: Without the technical and financial proposal and the sample report your application will be considered incomplete.
Any attempt to unduly influence UNICEF’s selection process will lead to automatic disqualification of the applicant. Joint applications of two or more individuals and sub-contracting are not accepted. Please note, UNICEF does not charge any fee during any stage of the process.
Attached are General Terms and Conditions for Consultancy requirements
Consultancy contracts - General Terms and Conditions (updated May 2020) (2).pdf
For any clarifications, please contact: UNICEF Supply & Procurement Section 73, Lodi Estate, New Delhi 110003 Mobile : 7303259154 and 9810607849 indconsultants@unicef.org
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you successfully evaluated a community-based program? | This question assesses your hands-on experience in program evaluation. | Detail your methodology and the outcomes of the evaluation. |
| What risk assessment strategies do you use for evaluation projects? | This seeks to understand your approach to identifying and mitigating risks. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure quality in your evaluation reports? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe an innovative technique you've used in past evaluations. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you incorporate feedback from stakeholders during an evaluation? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |