Mid-level Evaluation Expert: Mid-Term Evaluation of “Community Justice Programme in Uganda” At International Development Law Organization

THE ASSIGNMENT

The purpose of the mid-term evaluation is to assess the progress of the CJP against the stated Goal as of February 2022, as well as identify issues and course recommendations. It will also highlight issues and challenges affecting the effective and efficient implementation of outputs and their contribution to the program’s outcomes. The mid-term evaluation will be undertaken at the midpoint of the program and will pave the way for improved program delivery for the remaining program duration. The evaluation will propose amendments (if any) required to the program design and implementation arrangements, to contribute to the achievement of expected results towards the completion of the program, planned for 2024. In particular, the mid-term assessment will:

1. Provide an independent assessment of the program to measure the extent to which the expected results have been achieved so far in quantity and quality as well as usefulness and timeliness. The evaluation will be conducted at both activity and output levels providing insights towards outcomes and impact prospects, where possible.
2. Make recommendations, if relevant, to adjust/improve program implementation in itinere towards the achievement of expected objectives and the contribution to program outcomes, potential impact, and sustainability.

Following the guidance of the Evaluation Team Leader, the incumbent will report to the Evaluation Unit and Officer in Charge, IDLO Branch Office in The Hague, and under the day-to-day supervision of the Evaluation Specialist. The incumbent will be expected to carry out the following key duties in line with the detailed evaluation Terms of Reference (Link):

• Assist in conducting an in-depth desk review of strategies, policies, and frameworks relevant to the context, and the project documents and reports;
• As per the team leader’s instructions, support the data collection, especially during the field mission. Where required, the incumbent will participate in and/or conduct FGDs and interviews, and will collaborate to ensure data are collected in line with the agreed methodology;
• Provide support and inputs for the preparation of the Inception Note; and
• At the request of the team leader, contribute to the compilation of the evaluation report.

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education

• Advanced university degree in Evaluation, Social Sciences, Political Science, International Development, Law, or related field.

Work experience

• At least five years’ experience in co-conducting development assistance evaluations of programs or initiatives with a focus on good governance/rule of law.
• Experience with working in fragile/transition countries
• Professional experience with Project Cycle Management and Logical Framework approaches.
• Previous experience in Uganda is highly desirable.

Languages

• Fluency in written and spoken English is required.

Technical competencies

• Basic knowledge of evaluation methodology for development assistance projects and programs with specific experience in evaluation methods and tools.
• Experience with developing qualitative and quantitative (proxy) indicators.
• Experience with survey techniques focus groups and other participatory methods.
• Experience with quantitative and qualitative data collection methods.
• Sound analytical, writing, and editing skills.
• An understanding of the Mexican legal context would be an added advantage.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

The consultancy is expected to start in early March 2022. The inception note is expected by mid-March 2022, completion of data collection by early April 2022, the draft evaluation report is expected tentatively by end of April 2022, and the final report in May 2022. This is a results-based assignment where payments are made upon satisfactory production of evaluation deliverables. The estimated amount of workdays for the Evaluation Expert for this assignment is 20. This includes 10 working days for the field phase in Uganda. The decision on the final approach towards the Field Phase data collection will be taken by IDLO Evaluation Unit after consulting the Evaluation Reference Group (ERG), taking into account the COVID-19 crisis and the Risk Matrix.

IDLO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in all areas of its operations. We welcome applications of qualified and diverse candidates. IDLO is committed to achieving a 50/50 gender balance at all levels within its workforce. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for IDLO vacancies.

IDLO does not tolerate sexual exploitation or abuse, any kind of harassment, including harassment of a sexual nature; or discrimination. As such, IDLO will conduct careful reference and background checks of all selected candidates as part of its selection process.