Job Description
\n\t\t\t\tProject: Joint programme on livestock and land regeneration using holistic land andlivestock management (HLLM), traditional ecological knowledge (TEK), and otherlandscape-level agroecological practices projectType of Evaluation: Mid-Term EvaluationCoverage: Hwange, Matobo, Gutu, Chimanimani, Shurugwi<\/p>\n
ContextParticipatory Ecological Land Use Management (PELUM) Zimbabwe is a network of civil society organisationspromoting agroecological practices for improved livelihoods, food security, and environmental sustainability. Aspart of its efforts to upscale Agroecological practices, PELUM Zimbabwe is coordinating a joint programme onlivestock and land regeneration using holistic land and livestock management (HLLM), traditional ecologicalknowledge (TEK), and other landscape-level agroecological practices.The current project, with funding from Howden Foundation is running from January 2025 to December 2026 andbuilds on an earlier phase implemented from March 2020 to April 2022, which focused on strengtheningcapacity and learning among organisations promoting Holistic Land and Livestock Management (HLLM).The current phase is being implemented across five districts (Hwange, Matobo, Gutu, Chimanimani, andShurugwi) and focuses on scaling planned grazing systems, crop field impaction, reviving Traditional EcologicalKnowledge (TEK), strengthening community-led landscape restoration and facilitating learning exchanges andadvocacy.Since the start of implementation, key activities undertaken include a baseline survey, training on holisticplanned grazing and herding, training of traditional ecological knowledge, learning exchange visits, training onsoil health and biofertilizer making, community dialogues, media engagement, set up of boma sheets, trainingon biological monitoring and Bi annual project Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning and Reporting (MERL) meetings.The project, its design and activities are a response to Zimbabwe\u2019s rangelands continued degradation due tounsustainable land use compounded by climate variability and socio-economic pressures. In response, theproject promotes HLLM as a regenerative approach to restore soil health, improve water infiltration, enhancebiodiversity, and strengthen livelihoods. At the inception of the project, a baseline survey was conducted toestablish benchmark data on key indicators, including, rangeland condition and biodiversity, soil fertility andwater dynamics, livestock management practices and household livelihoods and community capacitiesThis baseline provides the reference point against which progress and change are being measured. The project isnow at the midpoint of implementation, making it necessary to conduct a Mid-Term Evaluation. The purpose ofthis evaluation is to assess progress made against baseline conditions and planned targets, determine theeffectiveness of implementation approaches, identify emerging outcomes, challenges, and lessons and informadaptive management for the remaining project period<\/p>\n
\t\t\t\tDuties and Responsibilities
\n\t\t\t\tObjectives of the Mid-Term EvaluationThe Mid-Term Evaluation aims to:\u27a2 Assess progress against baseline indicators and project targets.\u27a2 Evaluate the effectiveness, relevance, and efficiency of project implementation.\u27a2 Determine the level of adoption of HLLM, TEK, and agroecological practices.\u27a2 Identify key outcomes, including intended and unintended changes.\u27a2 Assess the functionality of participatory monitoring systems.\u27a2 Generate lessons learned to inform adaptive management.\u27a2 Provide actionable recommendations for the remaining project period.Scope of WorkThe consultant is expected to:\u27a2 Review key project documents, including:i. Baseline survey report.ii. Project proposal and log frame.iii. Monitoring reports and partner reports.\u27a2 Assess progress against baseline values and indicators.\u27a2 Evaluate implementation processes and effectiveness across districts\u27a2 Examine adoption levels of HLLM and related practices\u27a2 Assess changes in:i. Biodiversityii. Soil fertility (grazing lands and crop fields)iii. Water availability and infiltrationiv. Livelihoods and resilience (including social indicators)\u27a2 Evaluate policy engagement and influence\u27a2 Assess inclusiveness (gender, youth, vulnerable groups)\u27a2 Document key outcomes using appropriate approaches (e.g., outcome harvesting)\u27a2 Validate findings with stakeholders through consultative processesEvaluation Approach and MethodologyThe consultant is expected to propose a robust and appropriate methodology for the mid-term evaluation.However, the evaluation should:\u27a2 Adopt a mixed-methods approach combining qualitative and quantitative data.\u27a2 Assess performance against baseline values and project indicators.\u27a2 Apply participatory approaches to capture community perspectives.\u27a2 Incorporate Outcome Harvesting to identify behavioural and systemic changes.\u27a2 Ensure inclusion of gender, youth, and vulnerable groupsThe methodology should also:\u27a2 Align with the project\u2019s M&E framework.\u27a2 Use baseline data as a reference point\u27a2 Include clear sampling strategies\u27a2 Ensure data triangulation and validationKey Evaluation QuestionsRelevance\u27a2 Is the project aligned with community needs and priorities?Effectiveness\u27a2 To what extent are project objectives being achieved?\u27a2 What changes have occurred since the baseline?Efficiency\u27a2 Are resources being used effectively to achieve results?Sustainability\u27a2 Are the results likely to be sustained beyond the project period?Adoption and Behaviour Change\u27a2 What is the level of adoption of HLLM and agroecological practices? (Including number of small-scalefarmers, livestock owners, local government and traditional leaders involved in each district\/partnervis-a vis our target)\u27a2 What factors influence adoption or non-adoption?Environmental Outcomes\u27a2 What changes are observed in biodiversity, soil fertility, and water systems?Livelihood Outcomes\u27a2 How has the project affected income, livestock productivity, and food security?Policy Influence\u27a2 What changes have occurred in policy awareness and support<\/p>\n
\t\t\t\tQualifications and Experience
\n\t\t\t\tDeliverablesThe consultant is expected to deliver:1. Inception Report with\u27a2 Detailed methodology\u27a2 Sampling strategy\u27a2 Work plan and timeline2. Draft Mid-Term Evaluation Report showing\u27a2 Key findings structured by evaluation criteria\u27a2 Comparison with baseline data\u27a2 Identified outcomes and lessons3. Validation Workshop\u27a2 Presentation of findings\u27a2 Stakeholder feedback4. Final Evaluation ReportIncluding:\u27a2 Executive summary\u27a2 Methodology\u27a2 Findings\u27a2 Conclusions\u27a2 Practical recommendations<\/p>\n
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