End Term Evaluation of the Strengthening Local Resilience for Sustainable Peace in Devolved Kenya, Phase II (2022–2025)

A. Introduction Interpeace's Kenya programme seeks a consultant to conduct an end term evaluation of the programme "Strengthening Local Resilience for Sustainable Peace in Devolved Kenya, Phase II" which is a joint programme of Interpeace and the Network for Peace Cohesion and Heritage Trust (NEPCOH). The period of the programme is from November 2022 to October 2025. The end term evaluation is expected to be conducted by an external consultant. The consultant is expected to measure the outcomes of the programme, by analysing the achievements, challenges encountered, measures put in place to mitigate challenges and lessons learned. It is expected that the consultant will provide recommendations that will in return assist in improving future programme design and implementation of peacebuilding programmes. Interpeace anticipates that the evaluation will commence on October 1, 2025, with the time period of the evaluation being 30 days, with a maximum of 15 days being spent in the programme areas in Mandera, Marsabit and the North Rift, with the submission of the final draft by October 31, 2025. The final timeframe will be agreed upon with the selected consultant. B. Background The Interpeace-NEPCOH Peacebuilding Programme – Strengthening Local Resilience for Sustainable Peace in Devolved Kenya, Phase II has been implemented in eight hotspot counties of Northern Kenya to strengthen devolved peace infrastructures, promote social cohesion and enhance climate change resilience. Building on Phase I (2019–2021), the project targeted inter- and intra-community conflicts exacerbated by competition over natural resources, climate variability and historical grievances. It applied a multi-level approach, linking community, county and national peace structures, while integrating early warning and early response (EWER) mechanisms, participatory action research (PAR) and climate-sensitive resource-sharing agreements. The project is funded by the German Federal Foreign Office (GFFO) and implemented through a partnership between Interpeace and the Network for Peace Cohesion and Heritage Trust (NEPCOH). Objectives The overall objective of the Strengthening Local Resilience for Sustainable Peace in Devolved Kenya, Phase II is reduced violence in eight hotspot counties of Northern Kenya and conflicts being increasingly managed in non-violent and non-coercive ways with three outcomes as stated below: Outcome 1: Strengthened capacity of national, sub-national, and local peacebuilding infrastructures to collectively prevent and manage violent conflict and build trust. Outcome 2: Increased and sustained social cohesion among communities with historical and current grievances. Outcome 3: Strengthened community resilience to climate change and variability. C. Justification and Objectives The main objective of the evaluation is to assess the outcomes, achievements, challenges and lessons learned from the peacebuilding programme areas. The evaluation is also expected to analyse the achievements of Phase II of the programme and to inform the strategies for Kenya peacebuilding programme and potential similar programmes to be implemented in Kenya. The assessment will follow OECD-DAC evaluation criteria and will inform both donor reporting and strategic learning. The evaluation will be of interest to Interpeace and peacebuilding organisations in Kenya, as well as to international donors and policy makers engaged in Kenya and the region. D. Timeframe, Methodology and Deliverables While Interpeace anticipates the use of the elements listed below, the list is not exhaustive. The applicant is requested to provide a comprehensive methodology that includes these elements and others that the evaluators deem important for meeting the evaluation objectives. The methodology for data collection should be described in the proposals. The final list of elements will be discussed with the selected team of consultants. The anticipated duration of the evaluation is 30 days with a minimum of 15 days to be spent in the programme areas in Northern Kenya. The anticipated start date is October 1, 2025, with submission of the final draft by October 31, 2025. The final timeframe will be agreed upon with the selected consultant. It is expected that the Consultant will use participatory evaluation methodologies which may include, but are not limited to, outcome harvesting, contribution mapping/contribution analysis, interviews, focus group discussions, most significant change, etc. These methodologies used should also be gender, youth and conflict sensitive and respect the principles of Do No Harm. The evaluator is expected to present, agree upon, and apply a conceptual framework of analysis consistent with Interpeace's peacebuilding and participatory approach. The evaluation will be both an objective and a consultative/participatory exercise. See table E. Key Evaluation Questions See table Interpeace anticipates that these key evaluation questions will be further refined with the selected evaluation consultants. F. Reporting and feedback The evaluators will hold a feedback meeting (or meetings) for the Interpeace Nairobi office. This will be an opportunity to debrief on the evaluation and to exchange views on preliminary findings and recommendations. The evaluation report will include a main text of no more than 40 pages with findings and recommendations. The report will be expected to include: Executive Summary Introduction and brief background Methodology Major findings Relevance Effectiveness and Impact (including major accomplishments to date) Efficiency Sustainability Coherence Cross-cutting issues Overall assessment Challenges Best practices and lessons learned Recommendations for improvement Annexes: Terms of Reference List of documents assessed List of persons interviewed Evaluation matrix Presentation of changes identified related to programme outcomes and progress markers Proposed revised logical framework G. Qualifications The evaluation will be undertaken by a consultant familiar with the Kenya Peacebuilding Programme areas of implementation. The consultant will be expected to have the following skills and experience at a minimum: At least a bachelor's degree in social sciences, peacebuilding management, evaluation, social research, etc. General professional experience Strong analytical skills Strong knowledge of and experience in conflict resolution, peacebuilding and reconciliation programmes Experience working in the Kenya's North and specifically Mandera and Marsabit Counties, as well as the North Rift region, or other conflict or post-conflict environments Willingness to travel to the field Ability to work within tight deadlines Ability to work effectively and inclusively with people of different culture, race, nationality, gender, religious belief, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or political position Knowledge of local language(s) is an added advantage Specific professional experience Peacebuilding management, evaluation, social research Experience conducting evaluations/assessments (or collaboration with a person or group with extensive evaluation experience)

For consideration for this opportunity, please submit an expression of interest (no longer than 5 pages and inclusive of the proposed methodology for the evaluation, including the framework for gender analysis and a proposed budget and CVs for the proposed consultant/ evaluation team by September 5, 2025 (midnight Nairobi time) via email to: [email protected] and copy [email protected] Pre-qualified supplier to apply and applicants, if shortlisted, will be required to subsequently submit work samples in English, references and a preliminary evaluation methodology. Interpeace values diversity among its staff and aims at achieving greater gender parity in all levels of its work. We welcome applications from women and men, including those with disabilities.