Tenders Are Invited For Msd Monitoring Evaluation & Learning Consultant

Tenders are invited for MSD Monitoring Evaluation & Learning Consultant - Yemen (Remote). Closing Date: 30 Nov 2024 Background: The "Fresh Horizons: Cold Chain Solutions for Fisheries in Yemen" project aims to integrate sustainable cold chain technology into the fisheries sector in Aden Governorate. The goal is to enhance food security and increase incomes for vulnerable communities, focusing on women, men, and youth, following the principles of Market Systems Development (MSD). The project is a 4 month pilot, and is subject to scale up based on results. Purpose / Project Description: The project will pilot the use of solar cold chain technology to improve fish preservation, increase market availability, and enhance the livelihoods of small-scale traders and fishermen. Importantly, it aims to develop a business case for a wider rollout beyond the pilot phase. Consultant Objectives: Provide Technical Guidance on establishing and implementing a comprehensive system for monitoring market systems changes, ensuring the integration of these systems into Mercy Corps Yemens overall MEL systems and processes. Develop Measurement Methodologies for capturing the impact and outcomes, including a business case for cold chain technology in the fisheries sector Analyze collected data to produce actionable insights on market behavior and program impact, informing strategic decisions and potential adaptations. Create Donor-facing Documentation: Develop comprehensive documentation and success stories for donors, showcasing the impact of the interventions and highlighting the systems changes achieved in Yemen. Development of the logical framework for a multi-year at scale intervention to pitch to donors in the future. Consultant Activities: The Consultant will conduct the following activities: Design and implement a comprehensive system for monitoring market systems changes, ensuring integration into the overall Mercy Corps Yemen MEL systems and processes Coordinate with the program team to align and frame program activities using MSD principles Establish methodologies for measuring systems change Develop a robust data management system to capture the effectiveness of cold chain solutions in Yemens fisheries market. Analyse data to produce insights on market behaviour and program impact Mentor and build the capacity of local program staff and partners to implement and track MSD and MEL activities effectively. Develop donor-facing documentation and success stories to showcase the impact of interventions in Yemen. This includes inputs on the following donor deliverables: Market Research Report: Provide insights and analysis for a market research report on solar cold chain technology, detailing market demand and willingness to pay, segmented by target group and product type. Evaluate the usability of cold storage solutions, identifying enablers and barriers to adoption. Business Case for Solar Cold Chain Pilot: Develop a detailed business case outlining the value proposition for solar cold chain products. Conduct a micro-level analysis of costs versus income potential for individual traders, and contribute projections of revenue increases based on current business trajectories. Integrate findings into the overall market research. Behavioural Change Observation Report: Utilize survey results to produce a Behavioural Change Observation report. Analyze the capacities and incentives of the target group, identifying motivations for scaling up. Maintenance Service Provider Profile Report: Assist in mapping the locations and technical capacities of maintenance service providers, ensuring the existing market can support the ongoing repair and maintenance of new technologies. Develop the logical framework of a multi-year MSD proposal that will be developed in parallel to the implementation of this pilot project, including the incorporation of the results of the project. Tender Link : https://reliefweb.int/job/4109808/msd-monitoring-evaluation-learning-consultant-yemen-remote