Overview
Conduct a terminal review of the "GEF Sustainable Land Management in the Commonwealth of Dominica (Dominica SLM)" project to assess achievements, challenges, and engage with counterparts.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct preliminary desk review and introductory interviews with project staff;
- Prepare the review framework in line with UNEP's evaluation guidelines;
- Identify stakeholders;
- Develop the interview/questions matrix;
- Plan the review schedule;
- Prepare the Inception Report;
- Conduct further desk review, data analysis and in-depth interviews with project implementing and executing agencies, partners and stakeholders;
- Undertake field assessment mission of approximately 7 days, with possible visits to project sites;
- Regularly report to the Task Manager on progress and inform them of any potential problems or issues encountered;
- Draft the Main Review Report, ensuring that the review report is complete, coherent and consistent with the TOR and Task Manager guidelines in both substance and style;
- Liaise with the Task Manager on comments received (including from the UNEP Evaluation Office) and finalize the Review Report, ensuring that comments are addressed until approval is granted;
- Prepare a Response to Comments annex for the main report, listing any comments not accepted and providing reasons for their rejection;
- Maintain positive relationships with stakeholders, ensuring the review process is as participatory as possible while preserving independence;
- Communicate promptly with the Task Manager on any issues requiring attention or intervention.
Required Experience
At least seven (7) years of evaluation experience is required, preferably including evaluating large, regional, or global programs and using a Theory of Change approach. Professional work experience in Latin America and the Caribbean region on natural resource management and biodiversity conservation is desirable.
Qualifications
An advanced degree in environmental sciences, international development or other relevant political or social sciences area is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience in the required field may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.
