The objective of this consultancy is to implement Phases 2 and 3 of the SHARE program evaluation by conducting a midterm and an endline evaluation to assess the impact of the SHARE program to achieve its programmatic outcomes. This will be achieved by measuring project indicators and comparing midterm and endline results to baseline values, project targets, and comparison groups. Data collection for the midterm evaluation will be conducted in Ghana, Mozambique, and Uganda between October-December 2024, while endline data will be collected between October-December 2025.
For this purpose, the project is currently seeking a consultancy firm or university research partner to design and implement two evaluations for the SHARE project. The consultancy firm will be expected to follow the program’s performance measurement framework (PMF) and approaches from the baseline evaluation conducted in 2022-23 to assess the effectiveness of the intervention and generate recommendations and lessons learned. We invite proposals that not only assess project outcomes but also employ state-of-the-art participatory methods. We believe in the power of engaging stakeholders and project participants directly in the evaluation process. Proposals should outline innovative and participatory approaches that foster active participation, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the project's impact. We encourage methodologies that prioritize the voices of the community and individuals affected by the project. We look forward to partnering with a consultancy that shares our commitment to excellence and embraces cutting-edge participatory approaches in the evaluation process.
Scope of Work
- Conduct a comprehensive review of the existing SHARE project documents, including the baseline evaluation report and data collection tools, activity implementation plans, monitoring data, performance measurement framework, and theory of change. Review/refine the evaluation methodology and sampling strategy used at baseline to arrive at most appropriate quantitative and qualitative methods for answering the evaluation questions at midline and endline.
- Prepare an inception report outlining the methods to be employed in executing the assignment and a detailed work plan for the evaluations including:
- Work plan and schedule of activities.
- Description of qualitative and quantitative sampling following the sampling approach, sample size, power, and confidence intervals.
- Detailed description of how to collect, analyze, triangulate, and summarize quantitative and qualitative data including all data collection tools to be used, in English, Portuguese, and other local languages, as required.
- Detailed quality assurance protocols to guide data collection/entry, including spot checking procedures.
- Description of gender sensitive research methods and ethical considerations that will be integrated into the study, including processes for obtaining informed consent.
- Description of data analysis processes, including use of data analysis software.
- Take a lead role in revising, translating, and piloting data collection tools administered at baseline (both qualitative and quantitative), including pre-testing and piloting of tools for linguistic and cultural appropriateness. The consultancy firm will be responsible for all costs associated with the evaluation planning, training, data collection, quality assurance and reporting, including travel, printing, translations, mobile devices, and training venue(s) and materials.[1]
- Actively participate in regular meetings with the evaluation steering committee to consult on the evaluation plan, discuss implementation challenges, and agree on follow-up actions.
- Manage data collection processes at midline and endline, including recruitment of data collectors, providing training and support, supervision and monitoring of data collection and storage. This includes ensuring the credibility of field data collected by interviewers.
- Data should be collected using mobile devices. All tablets, power banks, and other necessary equipment will be provided by the consultant.
- Compile comprehensive first draft midline evaluation reports and draft endline evaluation reports for each of the three countries of implementation (Ghana, Mozambique, and Uganda) based on the field evaluation findings using a Right To Play report template and revise reports based on feedback from SHARE consortium partners.
- Develop a PowerPoint presentations for each of the three countries of implementation with summary findings for formal presentation to key stakeholders in each of the three countries of implementation for both midline and endline evaluations.
- Facilitate data validation workshops in each of the three countries of implementation with key stakeholders after both midline and endline data collection.
- Prepare and submit three final midline evaluation reports and three final endline evaluation reports, including:
- Integration of feedback from validation workshops with SHARE implementing partners and from SHARE consortium partners.
- Copies of raw and cleaned data sets in both Excel and statistical software formats (e.g., SPSS) including any transcripts, coding frameworks, field notes, as well as annexes of processed results tables and copies of all final data collection tools used (with all levels of disaggregation, including geographical areas breakdown) are to be submitted to Right To Play with the final report.
- Generate an evaluation brief for each of the three project countries for public dissemination at midline and endline.
Complete details on the consultancy opportunity and proposal submission requirements are available on the Right To Play web site at: https://apppack-app-righttoplay-publics3bucket-veclfraq9ykl.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/SHARE_Midline_and_Endline_Evaluation_RFP_14March2024.pdf
How to apply
Proposal Application Submission
Interested organizations are requested to submit proposals including the following documents:
- Cover letter
- Detailed response to RFP, with technical proposal clearly demonstrating a thorough understanding of this Terms of Reference and with specific focus addressing the purpose and objectives of the assignment, methodology to be used and key selection criteria (max. 8 pages)
- Financial Proposal: Detailed budget breakdown based on expected daily rates and initial work plan.
- Proposed management structure and strategy for local data collection teams, field work, and quality assurance. Please include a list of key personnel and their proposed roles as well as their CVs.
- Initial draft of the proposed work plan in Gantt chart style
- A complete profile of the firm/organization/group, highlighting previous experience and expertise in areas listed in the “Qualifications” section detailed in the above section.
- Two writing samples, ideally reports the firm/organization/group has lead authorship on
Interested organizations are requested to submit a proposal by March 29, 2024 according to the RFP submission requirements available at the Right To Play web site: https://apppack-app-righttoplay-publics3bucket-veclfraq9ykl.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/SHARE_Midline_and_Endline_Evaluation_RFP_14March2024.pdf
