ToR - End Term Evaluation

CONSULTANCY FOR END-TERM EVALUATION OF THE PROJECT: Supporting Older Persons Project phase 2 (SOPP2) in Marondera and Bulawayo in Zimbabwe

 1. Background

Island Hospice and Healthcare (Island) in partnership with the National Age Network Zimbabwe (NANZ), Legal Resources Foundation (LRF) and Zimbabwe Alzheimer’s and Related Disorders Association (ZARDA) have been implementing a project aimed at improving the quality of life for 5000 older persons (OPs) in Marondera (urban and rural) and Bulawayo peri urban. It focuses on three key objectives: enhancing healthcare services for OPs with life-threatening illnesses by training health professionals and community health workers in palliative and geriatric care; increasing income levels through Internal Savings and Lending Schemes (ISALs) linked to small livestock distribution; and advocating for age-friendly policies at community, district, and national levels by training OPs in citizen monitoring and forming advocacy groups. As the project nears completion, an end-term evaluation is required to assess its achievements, challenges, and lessons learned.

 2. Purpose of the Evaluation

The end-term evaluation aims to assess the relevance, effectiveness, efficiency, impact, sustainability, and coherence of the project while documenting lessons learned and providing actionable recommendations for future interventions.

3. Scope of Work

The consultant will be expected to:

• Review project documents, including reports, monitoring data, and relevant policy frameworks.
• Conduct field visits to Marondera and Bulawayo to gather insights from project beneficiaries, stakeholders, and partners.
• Assess project performance using the OECD-DAC evaluation criteria.
• Prepare and present a comprehensive evaluation report with findings, lessons learned, and recommendations.

 4. Methodology

The consultant is expected to propose a robust evaluation methodology to adequately address the needs of this assignment.

 5. Deliverables

The consultant will be responsible for delivering the following outputs:

1. Inception Report: Outlining the evaluation approach, methodology, and work plan.
2. Draft Evaluation Report: A preliminary report with key findings and recommendations. iii. Validation Workshop: Presentation of findings to project stakeholders for feedback.
3. Final Evaluation Report: A comprehensive document incorporating stakeholder feedback.

 6. Duration and Timeline

The evaluation is expected to take place over six weeks, starting from April 2025.

 7. Required Qualifications and Experience The consultant should have:

• A postgraduate degree in social sciences, public health, development studies, statistics or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in conducting evaluations of development programs.
• Proven expertise in applying OECD-DAC evaluation criteria.
• Strong qualitative and quantitative research skills.
• Experience in working on projects related to ageing, healthcare, or social protection.
• Knowledge of the Zimbabwean context and local languages is an added advantage.

 8. Reporting and Management

The consultant will report to the monitoring, Evaluation and research coordinator.

 9. Application Process

Interested consultants should submit:

• A cover letter detailing their experience and suitability for the assignment.
• A technical proposal outlining their understanding of terms of reference, proposed methodology and workplan.
• A financial proposal with a breakdown of costs.
• CV(s) of key personnel.
• Samples of previous evaluation reports.

Applications should be sent to admin@islandhospice.co.zw by 28 March 2025