Tenders are invited for Consultancy Service for Evaluation of Foundational Literacy and Numeracy Skills in UWS Cambodia School Location:Ratanak Kiri Province, Mondul Kiri Province, Stung Treng Province, Kratie Province, Preah Vihear Province, Oddar Meanchey Province, Koh Kong Province The evaluation supports UWS Cambodias commitment to tracking two key indicators: 1. The percentage of students in Grades 2 and 3 achieving minimum proficiency in reading and mathematics, assessed through EGRA and EGMA. 2. The percentage of Grade 5 students meeting minimum proficiency levels in reading, writing, and mathematics. Reports To: Country Director Type of Contract: Service Contract Timeframe: June to August, 2025 Budget Range: USD 25,000 to 35,000 Scope of the Evaluation The evaluation will assess student learning outcomes in Grades 2, 3, and 5 in 71 UWS-supported schools across 7 provinces in Cambodia. Specifically: · Outcomes Evaluated: Foundational literacy and numeracy proficiency using EGRA, EGMA, and Grade 5 assessments similar to those used in SEA-PLM. · Time Period Covered: Assessment to be conducted at the end of the academic year in August 2025. · Geographical Focus: UWS schools operating in remote and underserved communities in Cambodia. · Target Groups · Team Capacity Building Please click attachment below for more information. Bidder Eligibility The consultant/ consulting firm must meet the following criteria: o Educational Background § PhD or Masters degree in Education, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a related field. o Relevant Experience: § At least 5 years of experience in education evaluations in Cambodia. § Demonstrated experience with quantitative and qualitative research methods. § Previous work in rural or remote education settings is highly preferred. o Technical Expertise: § Familiarity with national EGRA, EGMA, and SEA-PLM assessments. § Proficiency in Khmer and English for effective communication. § Expertise in using SPSS, STATA, R, or other statistical analysis tools. o Team Composition: § The consultancy must include specialists in evaluation design, data collection, analysis, and reporting. Submission Requirements UWS is committed to the safeguarding of children and ensuring we recruit safely is central to this commitment. All applicants will be required to undertake a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service check (or country-equivalent background check) as a condition of employment. UWS is an equal opportunity employer and commits to treating all applicants fairly. We actively promote diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from under-represented groups. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. Interested consultants are requested to follow the methodology outlined above and submit a proposal that includes the approach, sampling strategy, methodology, timeline, and proposed budget by 3rd June 2025 via Email provided in the contact details. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for the interview and provide a presentation. Questions and clarifications on assignment please contact to Ms. Saem Ros, MEAL Manager, Tender Link : https://www.bongthom.com/job_list.html?category_id=55&order_by=start_date&order_dir=desc
