International Consultant (Team Lead) – Evaluation of Nigeria UNSDCF 2023–2027
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UNDP - Call for individual consultants
This is a services contract in the governance and public administration, trade and industry, information and communication technology, architecture and engineering and education and training sectors. Located in Nigeria, Africa, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before June 24, 2026.
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Description
Agency: UNDP | Reference: UNDP-NGA-01437 | Type: Call for individual consultants
UNDP is seeking for qualified candidates to apply asInternational Consultant(Team Lead)– for the Evaluation of Nigeria UNSDCF 2023–2027Description of the Assignment:1.
BACKGROUNDThe United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) 2023–2027 is the primary instrument guiding the United Nations system’s development support to Nigeria.
It is aligned with the Nigeria Development Plan (2021–2025), the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, and the African Union Agenda 2063.In its fourth year of implementation, the United Nations Country Team (UNCT), in partnership with the Government of Nigeria, is undertaking the evaluation of the UNSDCF.
The evaluation aims to assess results, effectiveness, and the strategic positioning of the framework in delivering development results.2.
OBJECTIVE OF THE ASSIGNMENTThe overall objective of the assignment is to conduct an independent evaluation of the UNSDCF 2023–2027 to:·Assess the UN system’s contribution to national development results·Identify enabling factors and constraints affecting implementation·Provide actionable recommendations to inform the design of the next UNSDCFThe evaluation will apply OECD-DAC criteria:·Relevance·Coherence·Effectiveness·Efficiency·SustainabilityIt will also integrate cross-cutting principles includinggender equality, human rights, and Leaving No One Behind (LNOB).3.
SCOPE OF WORKThe evaluation will cover: ·Timeframe:January 2023 to March 2026·Thematic scope:All four UNSDCF pillars (People, Prosperity, Planet, Peace)·Geographical scope:National level and selected states·Stakeholders:UN agencies, government institutions, civil society, private sector, beneficiariesThe evaluation will be conducted at thestrategic leveland will not assess individual agency programmes.4.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESUnder the supervision of the Evaluation Manager, the consultant will:·Lead the overall evaluation process and provide technical leadership·Conduct a comprehensive desk review of relevant documents·Develop an inception report including methodology, evaluation matrix, and workplan·Coordinate and conduct field data collection (KIIs, FGDs, consultations)·Perform qualitative and quantitative data analysis·Present preliminary findings to stakeholders·Prepare draft and final evaluation reports incorporating feedback5.
DELIVERABLES AND OUTPUTSDeliverablesDescriptionInception ReportDetailed methodology, evaluation matrix, and workplanData Collection & Analysis ReportSummary of fieldwork findings and analysisDraft Evaluation ReportFull draft report for stakeholder reviewFinal Evaluation ReportFinal report incorporating commentsAll deliverables must meetUNEG Norms and Standards.6.
INSTITUTIONAL ARRANGEMENTThe consultant will report to theEvaluation ManagerOversight will be provided by anEvaluation Steering CommitteeThe consultant must beindependentand must not have been involved in the design or implementation of the UNSDCF7.
DURATION OF THE WORKThe assignment will be conducted over53 working dayswithin the agreed timeframe.8.
DUTY STATIONHome-based with travel to Nigeria as required.9.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSEducationAdvanced university degree (Master’s or PhD) in development studies, economics, public policy, evaluation, or related fieldExperienceMinimum 10 years of experience in conducting evaluations in international developmentDemonstrated experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder evaluationsStrong expertise in results-based management (RBM)Experience working with the United Nations system is an assetExperience integrating gender equality, human rights, and inclusionCompetenciesStrong analytical and report-writing skillsExcellent stakeholder engagement and communication skillsAbility to work in multicultural environmentsLanguageFluency in spoken and written English10.
ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONSThe evaluation must adhere to: UNEG Norms and StandardsUNEG Ethical GuidelinesConfidentiality, informed consent, and data protection standardsGender-responsive and human rights-based approachesPeriod of assignment/services(if applicable): 53 working DaysProposal should be submitted directly in the portal no later than indicated deadline.Any request for clarification must be sent in writing via messaging functionality in the portal.
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