Here is the organized summary of the Invitation for Bid from CST Ethiopia for a project’s Final Evaluation consultancy service.
๐ CST Ethiopia: Invitation for Final Project Evaluation Consultancy
๐ Project and Scope Overview
| Project Title |
“Stability and socio-economic development for vulnerable and marginalised communities in the Tigray region of Ethiopia” |
| Funder |
European Union Trust Fund for Africa (EUTF) |
| Implementation Period |
July 2021 to December 2025 (54 months) |
| Purpose of Evaluation |
Assess the project’s relevance, effectiveness, impact, and sustainability over the entire project period. |
| Geographic Coverage |
Eastern, Central, Southeast, and Mekelle Zones of Tigray. |
| Key Thematic Areas |
Peacebuilding, conflict prevention, and market-based livelihood interventions (e.g., market systems development, value chains). |
๐ Essential Consultant Requirements
Consultants or firms must demonstrate strong expertise and experience, including:
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Senior-Level Experience: Minimum 5 years in the design, implementation, and management of large-scale, multi-sectoral project evaluations for international donors.
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Thematic Expertise: Strong experience in evaluating projects related to peacebuilding, conflict prevention, and market-based livelihood interventions.
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Methodology: Proven skills in both qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis (surveys, FGDs, KIIs).
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Language Skills: Excellent English report writing skills and the ability to communicate (spoken and written) in Tigrigna and English.
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Ethics: Commitment to safeguarding, accountability, and ethical data collection protocols.
๐ Bid Submission Details
1. Proposal Format
Bids must comprise Technical and Financial Proposals submitted in separate sealed and stamped envelopes. All proposals must be prepared in the English language.
2. Technical Proposal Components
The Technical Proposal must include:
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Cover Letter (max. one page) explaining suitability and commitment to safeguarding.
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Consultant/Firm Profile, CVs of proposed team members.
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Copies of a renewed business license, VAT certificate, and TIN.
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A detailed proposed methodology, work plan, and quality assurance plan (max. 4 pages).
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Details of three relevant referees from contracts undertaken in the last three years.
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A sample of a relevant evaluation report where the consultant was the main author.
3. Submission Deadline and Location
| Deadline |
Ten (10) working days from the date of this advertisement, before or at 5:00 PM. |
| Submission Method |
In person delivery only. |
| Submission Address (Addis Ababa) |
Kirkos Sub city, Woreda 3, Kebele 4, Next to Gotera Don Bosco, Catholic Salesianum. |
| Submission Address (Mekelle) |
Adi Haki Sub city, CST Ethiopia Mekelle branch office. |
๐ Further Information and Contact
