TERM OF REFERENCE FOR MIDLINE EVALUATION FOR THE SOM_GPE_EOI SOMALIA FEDERAL SYSTEM TRANSFORMATION GRANT (STG), SOMALIA (Consultancy)

An exciting consultant vacancy for a TERM OF REFERENCE FOR MIDLINE EVALUATION FOR THE SOM_GPE_EOI SOMALIA FEDERAL SYSTEM TRANSFORMATION GRANT (STG), SOMALIA (Consultancy) is now available at Save The Childrens International, Somalia. Candidates should bring 5 - 6 years of hands-on experience, preferably in the Consultancies sector. The closing date for this vacancy is Feb, 21. Background of Global Partnership for Education (GPE) SystemTransformation Grant (STG) ProgramThe Federal Government of Somalia, through the Ministry of Education, Culture, and HigherEducation, has secured funding from the Global Partnership for Education (GPE). Save theChildren International is managing the GPE-funded System Transformation Grant (STG), whichaims to support the government’s priority reforms outlined in the 2023 Partnership Compact andthe Education Sector Strategic Plan (2022-2026). The three-year STG grant focuses onimproving equitable access to quality and inclusive education in both rural and urban areas, witha special emphasis on gender and social inclusion. The grant aims to benefit 240,700 childrenthrough various initiatives.The overall program beneficiaries; targets include 240,700 children; of which 87% are out ofschool; 50% are girls; 6% are children with disabilities (208,700 out of school; 120,350 girls;14,500 children with disabilities). Additionally, 6,000 teachers (of which 3,000 are new teachersand 3,000 are existing teachers in the system), approximately 1,400 Community EducationCommittees (CECs) members, and approximately 45 government officials (DEOs, REOs,MOECHE, FMS MOEs staff).Program Objective/ComponentsThe overall objective of the program is to enhance equitable access to quality and inclusiveeducation in rural and urban areas. This will be achieved through three outcomes:• Outcome 1: Equitably increased primary gross enrolment rate.• Outcome 2: Equitably improved literacy and numeracy and completion rates.• Outcome 3: Strong regulatory and financing framework.1.3. STG Program OverviewThe GPE System Transformation Grant (STG) program was developed to implement thepriorities outlined in Somalia’s Education Sector Strategic Plan (ESSP) and the PartnershipCompact. Its theory of change envisions that equitable improvements in enrolment, learningoutcomes, and governance will lead to inclusive, sustainable access to education for all === Skills & Qualifications === Minimum Qualification and professional experienceTeam leaderResponsible for guiding the entire evaluation process.• A minimum of a Master's degree in a relevant field suchas Education, training and education, Social Sciences,Development Studies, or a related discipline.• At least 5 years of proven experience in leadingmultinational teams for project evaluations, particularly infragile environments• Familiarity with OECD-DAC criteria and educationsystems in fragile settings• Prior experience in Somalia (essential)• Cultural competence and understanding of governmentstructures• Ethical research standards, especially when working withchildren• Experience with EGRA/EGMA assessments• Strong skills in obtaining feedback from stakeholders andfacilitating meetings.• Excellent analytical and report-writing skills.• Proficiency in data collection and analysis methodologies.• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, inSomali and English.• Experience i --- About Somalia --- Somalia is located in the Horn of Africa and has a growing job market, particularly in the humanitarian, development, and private sectors. Major employment hubs include Mogadishu, Hargeisa, Garowe, Baidoa, and Kismayo, with opportunities from international NGOs, UN agencies, government institutions, and an expanding private sector. Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): La-talin • La-talinta • Shaqo Soomaaliya • Shaqo Cusub

Minimum Qualification and professional experienceTeam leaderResponsible for guiding the entire evaluation process.• A minimum of a Master's degree in a relevant field suchas Education, training and education, Social Sciences,Development Studies, or a related discipline.• At least 5 years of proven experience in leadingmultinational teams for project evaluations, particularly infragile environments• Familiarity with OECD-DAC criteria and educationsystems in fragile settings• Prior experience in Somalia (essential)• Cultural competence and understanding of governmentstructures• Ethical research standards, especially when working withchildren• Experience with EGRA/EGMA assessments• Strong skills in obtaining feedback from stakeholders andfacilitating meetings.• Excellent analytical and report-writing skills.• Proficiency in data collection and analysis methodologies.• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, inSomali and English.• Experience in synthesizing findings and writingcomprehensive reports.• Ability to adhere to international quality control standardsand procedures.Education Expert:Responsible forconcentrate on educationalcontexts, working closelywith schools andcommunities to improve• A minimum of a Master’s degree in Education, SocialSciences, Development studies, or a related field.• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in education fieldexperience or knowledge of international educationassessment standards and practices, as well as a solidgrasp of Somali's educational assessment context.Page 3 of 20educational outcomes andproject indicator• Proven experience in conducting Midline/Endline studiesand using various data collection and analysis methods.• Strong analytical and report-writing skills.• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills toengage with diverse stakeholders• Experience with EGRA/EGMA assessmentsResearch Expert:broader researchmethodologies across various fields, ensuring scientific rigor and comprehensive analysis.designing a co

Applications can be submitted by either:Electronic Submission via ProSave (Recommended)➢ Submit your response in accordance with the guidanceprovided in the below document:Bidding on aSourcing Event.pptx• Bidders are encouraged to apply via Ariba system. Pleaserequest the Ariba link via email sending your company profile,Tax compliance and Business registration certificate/CV.Please address your Ariba link request to[email protected]Electronic Submission via Protected Email box (Optional)• Email should be addressed to[email protected]• Note – this is a sealed tender box which will not be openeduntil the tender has closed. Therefore, do not send tenderrelated questions to this email address as they will not beanswered.• IMPORTANT: Bidders must ensure that all submitteddocuments are accessible and not password protected.Submissions with password-protected files or documents thatfail to open properly will be disqualified from the evaluationprocess. Bidders are responsible for verifying file integritybefore submission. • The subject of the email should be Midline Evaluation forSOM_GPE_EOI Somalia Federal System Transformation- Somalia• All attached documents should be clearly labelled so it is clearto understand what each file relates to.• Emails should not exceed 15mb – if the file sizes are large,please split the submission into two emails.Do not copy other SCI email addresses into the email when you submitit as this will invalidate your bid.12 Closing date forApplications Interested consultants shall submit their applications through theabove procedures on or before 21st February 2026. Apply on [email protected]