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Terms of Reference
Job Title:
Program Evaluation Consultant
Responsible to:
Country Program Manager
Location of Position:
Yangon/Myitkyina
Contract Duration:
1 month (estimated)
Starting Date:
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Background:
Purpose of the
consultancy:
Key roles and
responsibilities:
International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, non-profit organization dedicated to saving
lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs.
Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private,
voluntary, non-political, non-sectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life
through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in underserved
communities worldwide, with the aim of creating self-reliance. International Medical Corps is a
leading agency for addressing gender-based violence worldwide with active programs in over 16
countries. At the global level, International Medical Corps is a core member of the Gender-Based
Violence Area of Responsibility, a coordination mechanism for women’s protection led by UNFPA
and UNICEF.
International Medical Corps has been working through local partners on a gender-based
violence (GBV) prevention and response program in conflict-affected Kachin State. IMC works
with local organizations in both government and non-government-controlled areas to provide
focused psychosocial support services and referral to vulnerable women and girls. With the
support of different donors - IMC is implementing GBV services in women’s and girls' centers in
IDP camps in Kachin.
The purpose of this consultancy is to lead the design, implementation, and analysis of an
external evaluation on the outcomes of International Medical Corps’ GBV program in Kachin
State.
To evaluate the effectiveness of IMC’s approach to GBV in raising awareness of GBV and
contributing to overall prevention and response efforts, the consultant will be responsible for
developing a 2-week evaluation of IMC’s SDC-funded program in Kachin state. In addition to
measuring improvements in safety and security among women and girls in targeted areas, the
project evaluation will help determine whether and to what extent project activities contributed
to intended outcomes.
Due to the short duration of the project, the evaluation will focus on measuring the
achievement of short-term and intermediate outcomes, rather than long-term outcomes
(impact). Evaluation findings will be shared with donors, partners, beneficiaries, and other
stakeholders, to promote accountability and disseminate lessons learned. International Medical
Corps (IMC) will also use evaluation findings to inform future implementation and make
evidence-based decisions, while sharing the project’s achievements to boost advocacy
initiatives on behalf of the organization and concerned regions of the country.
Evaluation Questions:
The project outcome evaluation will seek to answer the following questions related to the
effectiveness of the action in producing intended results:
 Has the action reached targeted populations and provided equitable services to
vulnerable women and girls?
 Are the WGCs constructed in line with international standards for protective spaces –
i.e. UNFPA Women and Girls’ centers Guidelines and Minimum Standards in Myanmar?
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What is current level of technical capacity of Case Managers (CM) and Community
Facilitators (CF), field staff in GBV?
Are CMs and CFs and partner staff able to plan and deliver centre-based activities
according to the work plan?
Is sufficient and timely technical support/ supervision being provided?
Has a GBV case management system been established in the project areas? Are the client
intake and consent forms developed and contextualized appropriately?
Has the action contributed to improved community knowledge regarding key GBV
messages and practices?
Has the action ensured community knowledge of available gender-based violence
services?
Do women and girls in project areas report improvements in their safety and security?
In collaboration with the GBV Coordinator and Country Program Manager, the Consultant will
carry out the following activities:
Defining the Methodology:
In consultation with the GBV Coordinator, the Consultant will be responsible for defining the
parameters of the survey, including the finalization of an assessment plan to be shared with the
IMC coordination team and the field M&E team. Key activities include:
 Desk review: Review existing program materials to understand program goals and
outcomes, identify areas in need of further information or clarification.
 Identification of key informants: Other key informants should be identified, including but
not limited to UNFPA, UNICEF, religious leaders, community leaders, influential persons
in the community, implementing partners and INGO working in protection in Kachin
State, etc.
 Preparing focus group discussions (FGD) and key informant interviews (KII) guides:
Guides and questionnaires should be developed in consultation with International
Medical Corps program staff and on the basis of FGD resources available.
 Identification of the respondents/ groups for FGD in collaboration and in agreement with
International Medical Corps
 Analysis of baseline safety survey result and roll out of a second final survey
Implementation of survey:
The Consultant in coordination with the Country Program Manager/Kachin Program Coordinator
will carry out the survey in the identified sites. International Medical Corps will be responsible for
assuring all appropriate authorizations, coordinating logistics, as required for the assessment. Key
activities for the Consultant will include:
 Defining number and type of support necessary (translators, enumerators, materials,
etc.) and recruit them
 Field testing the tools and adjust them
 Training of survey staff on tools and interview techniques
 Facilitation of focus group discussions, key informant interviews and safety survey
Analysis of findings and presentation of report:
The consultant will be responsible for the analysis of findings and drafting of a final report. The
report must provide a clear picture of the impact of the program activities on expected outcomes,
as well as recommendations to address gaps or improvements to be made in future programming.
The draft report will be shared with International Medical Corps for review, and following
questions and comments, will be finalized by the consultant.
Person
specification:
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Advanced relevant degree and experience in surveys and assessments
Documented experience in conducting assessments relating to GBV
Strong analytical, negotiating, communication and advocacy skills.
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 The consultant must have a strong background in qualitative analysis.
 Excellent reporting and presentation skills.
 Relevant knowledge, skills and experience in in Myanmar or South East Asia
 Ability to work independently to a high professional standard
 Fluent in English with ability to write in English
 Knowledge of Myanmar and Kachin languages an advantage
Expected Deliverables by the end of the consultancy:
 Assessment plan
 KII and FGD guides
 Adapted safety survey
 Final Report
 Handover notes and electronic versions of collected data to be shared with IMC.
The evaluation will start in the 1st week of February 2015. Timeframe on reporting will be finalized
after discussion with Program Team and the Consultant. The contract covers a total of 21 days.
Information gathering activities must be completed no later than February 10th.
The consultant should submit a proposed budget breakdown by activity and including daily rates
for consultant
To apply for this position
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a Cover Letter in English ONLY explaining how they meet the
person specifications for this role, why they are interested in the position and stating their fees. They should also
state the job title of this role in the title of their email.
Please ensure there is an up to date contact Telephone number/ email address and references. We will be receiving
application by email, which you can send to the following address: tnsan@internationalmedicalcorps.org not later
than January 29, 2016.
If, however you would prefer posting hard copies of your application, please use the following address:
IMC Office - 3A3, 3rd Floor, Yankin Center, Yankin Township, Yangon.
Tel: 01 557986
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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