EOI for Consultancy: Establishment of a Monitoring and Evaluation Framework for LDP/Resilience Plan Implementation at Novel Alliance for Development Aid _NADA

Location: MMC, JERE & KONDUGA LGA
Duration: [Duration – 3 months]

Background

Novel Alliance for Development Aid (NADA) is a non-governmental organization committed to strengthening local governance, promoting resilience, and supporting inclusive development processes. In alignment with our goal to enhance accountability and effectiveness of Local Development Plans (LDP) and community resilience strategies, we are initiating the establishment of a robust Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) framework.

This framework is intended to link communities, Local Government Areas (LGAs), and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to improve the collective tracking and evaluation of LDP/resilience plan implementation. This initiative will empower local actors to hold decision-makers accountable, foster inclusive planning, and ensure that resilience strategies are relevant, effective, and gender-responsive.

To this end, we invite qualified consultants to express interest in leading the development of this framework through a highly participatory and context-sensitive process.

Objectives of the Consultancy

The overall objective of this consultancy is to facilitate the development of a gender-sensitive, inclusive, and locally owned MEAL framework for tracking the implementation of LDP and resilience plans. Specific objectives include:

• Engaging stakeholders to co-design a resilient MEAL framework.
• Strengthening linkages between communities, LGAs, and CSOs.
• Building consensus through consultation and validation workshops.
• Ensuring gender mainstreaming and inclusion throughout the process.

Scope of Work

The consultant will be responsible for the following tasks:

Expected Deliverables

• Inception Report with methodology and stakeholder mapping
• Terms of Reference (ToR) for the MEAL framework process
• Documentation of stakeholder consultations
• Draft and final MEAL framework document
• Validation workshop report
• Roadmap for implementation and follow-up
• Final consultancy report

Required Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Development Studies, Governance, or a related field
• At least 5 years of proven experience in designing participatory M&E frameworks, especially for resilience or development plans
• Strong facilitation and consultative skills, especially with communities, CSOs, and local government structures
• Excellent understanding of gender and inclusion principles
• Strong report writing, analytical, and stakeholder coordination skills
• Experience working in complex or fragile contexts is an asset

Equal Opportunity

Novel Alliance for Development Aid (NADA) is an equal opportunity employer and service provider. We encourage applications from women, persons with disabilities, and consultants with experience working in inclusive governance and resilience programs.