Consultant for Mid Term Evaluation

CODE 76/2011 CONS VIET

DURATION 30 days (10 days in the field)

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES The applicant should possess: -A degree in a discipline that is directly relevant to or provides basic skills in Public Health; -Relevant experience in Public Health projects analysis; -Monitoring and Evaluation experience; -Field working experience; -Knowledge of Programme Cycle Management methodologies.

The evaluator must also have proven analytical skills as well as written and presentational skills

DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES Experience in reviewing EU supported projects is an added advantage

WORK CONTEXT Cesvi in Vietnam concentrates its intervention in the Health sector, with actions aimed at increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of support and mitigation services in HIV for vulnerable groups. The epidemics in Vietnam overwhelmingly affect populations already vulnerable to HIV and who are stigmatized due to poverty, gender norms or lifestyles and behaviours that place the majority of them beyond the reach of essential prevention, treatment and care services. CESVI's projects try to increase access to decentralised services for vulnerable groups in RH, HIV prevention and treatment and to facilitate effective referral and services links through the creation of a network of Non state actors and Local authorities. CESVI also raise awareness and empower voice and representation for affected groups, by creating space for participation and influence over policy and practice in HIV related issues.

The Project: The project ‘The Positive Living Centre' is a new, dynamic and ground-breaking project that see the creation of a best-practice model for a one-stop centre, branded as “The Positive Living Centre” (PLC). The Centre is established in Hai Phong offering services for Voluntary Counselling Testing, STI treatment and regular check-ups as well as psychological counselling, adherence counselling and nutritional advice. Even though it is aimed at all sectors of society, the Centre concentrates its intervention to support vulnerable groups and facilitate their access to services, advocacy opportunities and empowerment. Vulnerable groups and wider public will also be able to access the Centre, receive support or be referred on to other services and actors in the area which respond to their needs. This 3 years project is funded by European Union.

JOB DESCRIPTION Time Frame and Location The proposed timeframe is for a maximum of 10 days in the field, starting from 5th December 2011. A draft report shall be written and submitted within 10 days following the completion of the mission in the field. The final report must be submitted by 5th January 2012. The MTE Mission will take place in the project's target area in Hai Phong, Hai Phong Province, Vietnam. The consultant in charge of the assessment of the Project will be required to coordinate his/her activities with CESVI Project Manager and other key staff.

Purpose The main purpose of this Mid Term Evaluation is to to identify and assess the outcomes of the project and to provide recommendations for the final period of the Action. The specific objectives of the evaluation are: - to assess the validity and relevance of the logical framework, - to assess the effectiveness/impact of the project activities and achievements in relation to immediate and long term objectives of the project - to assess the status of implementation of the project, the actual achievements compared to planned outputs and the cost effectiveness of the activities -To consider the effectiveness of the current partnership and identify improvements to partnership modalities Methodology The review process is expected to be participatory and will highlight the successes and challenges of the project, using the DAC criteria on relevance, effectiveness, efficiency, impact and sustainability.

Expected Output A Mid Term Evaluation Report in English language (maximum 25 pages plus annexes), submitted in both electronic and hard copy, that includes major components such as a maximum three pages executive summary, introduction, methodology and analysis. The consultant will present a preliminary draft report to CESVI Project Manager. Based on the comments received, the consultant will compile the final report.

How to apply:

To apply visit this page: http://hr.cesvi.org/?name=details&id=341