Mid Term Evaluation of the AU-EU Youth Voices Lab-Power of the Collective Project

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• Location:Kenya - Nairobi
• Workplace Type:Hybrid
• Hours:35 hours per week
• Salary:As per Oxfam consultancy rates
• Job Family:Programme
• Division:International
• Grade:Consultancy
• Job Type:Consultancy
• Closing Date:15 March 2026
• Country:Kenya

• Background

Oxfam International is a global confederation of independent charitable organizations working together to end poverty and injustice worldwide. The organisation operates in more than 80 countries, responding to humanitarian crises, supporting long-term development programs, and advocating for systemic change. Oxfam International strives to tackle the root causes of poverty—such as inequality, discrimination, and unequal access to resources—while promoting human rights, gender equality, and sustainable livelihoods. Through emergency relief, policy advocacy, and grassroots partnerships, it seeks to create a just world where all people can live with dignity and opportunity.

A central pillar of Oxfam International’s mission is addressing inequality in all its forms. The organization campaigns for fair taxation systems, climate justice, equitable access to healthcare and education, and the protection of vulnerable communities during conflicts and disasters. It amplifies the voices of marginalized groups—particularly women and girls, and youths—ensuring they play a leading role in shaping solutions that affect their lives. By influencing governments, international institutions, and corporations, Oxfam aims to transform the systems that perpetuate poverty rather than merely alleviating its symptoms.

Conversely, Oxfam in Africa, a regional platform of Oxfam International, focuses specifically on advancing social and economic justice across the African continent. Working in partnership with local organizations, communities, and governments, Oxfam in Africa prioritizes accountable and inclusive governance, economic justice, gender justice, climate justice, and humanitarian action, with specific emphasis on women’s economic empowerment, youth inclusiveness in governance, and climate resilience, among others. It recognizes the diverse challenges faced by African communities—from conflict and displacement to drought and economic inequality—and designs locally driven programs that build resilience and self-reliance. In Africa, Oxfam places strong emphasis on empowering women and young people as agents of change. It supports smallholder farmers, promotes fair markets, and advocates for policies that protect land rights and natural resources. The organization also responds swiftly to humanitarian emergencies, such as droughts and conflicts, ensuring that affected populations receive life-saving assistance while laying the groundwork for long-term recovery. Oxfam in Africa strives for a continent where communities are resilient, economies are inclusive, and every person has the opportunity to thrive free from poverty and injustice.

• Project Information

In a bid to attain the global aspirations of equality and justice for all, OiA with its partners, implemented Youth Voices Lab-Power of the Collective project that seeks to increase the voice and leadership of young Africans, particularly young women and girls, youth activists, youth-led organizations etc. Its action envisions a society in which policies, partnerships/cooperation plans, and decision-making processes are a result of enhanced youth engagement, empowerment, and connection. It also seeks to see improved intergenerational partnerships and actions at local, national, continental, and cross-continental levels. Young people representing over 60% of the African population are at the heart of this initiative. They are recognized as equal partners in shaping actions to achieve the regional vision of an integrated, prosperous, and peaceful Africa, driven by its own citizens, representing a dynamic force in the international arena (Agenda 2063).

The project, through its actions, seeks to create a more youth responsive and inclusive society. The project is implemented by five partners: Oxfam in Africa, Restless Development (RD), Search for Common Ground (SEARCH), Youth makers Hub (YMH), and Makesense (Faire sens) that will combine their expertise on youth-led and youth-informed work, and their track records on tackling key issues of Agenda 2063, the SDGs, and the AU-EU partnerships from a youth perspective to ensure that they meet the requirements and deliver on youth aspirations. The project’s actions follow a continental approach, by involving youth and enablers/decision-makers (AU and EU, governments, CSOs, Corporates, other) from 14 intervention countries (Cameroon, Burundi, South Sudan, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Tunisia, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Burkina Faso) and one additional country in Europe (Belgium).

2a. Project Results

Impact Level

• Youth Responsive Society (aspirations of the SDGs, Agenda 2063, AU-EU Joint Vision, other key frameworks)
• A more youth-responsive and inclusive society in which the aspirations of existing and future development frameworks are delivered, leaving no one behind.

Outcome Level

• Improved youth responsive policy frameworks (policies, agreements, cooperation plans/ partnerships etc.)
• Enhanced implementation of policy frameworks (youth-led, intergenerationally led, adult-led but informed and influenced by youth)
• Increased budget allocations
• Stronger movements and multisectoral partnerships

 

2b. Project journeys/pathways

The project tracks two interlinked journeys/pathways of transformative action: The Youth journey, and the Enablers/institutional journey. It has the following expected specific objectives:

• The youth journey (SO1): Young people and youth-led groups and networks effectively advocate for their concerns and priorities at various levels- local, national, continental and cross-continental, and around the AU-EU partnership in Africa.
• The enablers/institutional journey (SO2): Institutions, governments, partners, and corporations are more youth-centred and meaningfully collaborate with youth in the development and implementation of their policies/decision-making moments and spaces.

• Goal and Objectives of the assignment a) Purpose of the study

The purpose of the Mid-Term Evaluation (MTE) is to assess progress towards the planned outcomes, identify areas for improvement, and inform decision making. Results will facilitate the project team to determine whether realisation of the set outcomes is on track, resources are being used effectively, identification of challenges and opportunities, make decisions on changes and strategies that the project needs to adopt to stay on course and realise the planned outcomes.

           b) Objectives of the study

• Assess the relevance of the project in realising desired/intended outcomes/meeting needs and priorities of the people.
• Examine the extent the project was effective in achieving expected outcomes/meeting needs of stakeholders (this may include, processes, approaches, project design, consistency with EU rules and regulations, Consortium members’ policies and procedures, strategies, standards, etc)
• Examine the efficiency of the project (use of resources-time, money, and personnel) during implementation to realise the planned outcomes.
• Assess the sustainability of the project (whether there is progress towards long term/lasting impact, or outcomes and benefits will continue beyond completion of the project).
• Determine enabling and/or hindering factors, and opportunities for delivery of the project expected outcomes.

        c) Key evaluation questions 

• What progress has been made towards achieving the intended outcomes-SO1 and SO2.What early signs of change indicate movement along the Youth and institutional change pathways?
• To what extent have the interventions delivered the desired results/intended outcomes?
• How effective are the adopted approaches in delivering the planned and/or intended outcomes?
• How relevant and responsive are interventions in addressing needs of the targeted population (youths)
• To what extent is the project aligned with government, AU-EU, and Oxfam policies and strategies? How is this alignment shaping opportunities for influence and institutional engagement?
• How effective are the adopted approaches in delivering the planned and/or intended outcomes?
• To what extent have Project resources been used efficiently during implementation to deliver the desired outcomes?
• What structures, systems and/or policies are being established to ensure that the youth continue enjoying the positive changes delivered by the project?
• What internal and external factors have enabled or constrained progress towards intended outcomes? What opportunities exist to strengthen change pathways in the remaining implementation period?
• What strategic adjustments can the project adopt to accelerate progress and deepen contribution to intended outcomes during the remaining implementation period?
• What lessons and practical recommendations do you suggest to strengthen effectiveness, learning, and sustainability of results in the remaining project period?
  4. Scope of Work

The Mid-Term Evaluation will be conducted in 14 countries in Africa and Belgium in Europe (Cameroon, Burundi, South Sudan, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Tunisia, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Burkina Faso, Belgium). Given the wide scope of operation, a sample of the countries will be selected for physical field work and/or interviews with respondents/interview participants. These countries, may include, among others, Cameroon, Burundi, South Sudan, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Tunisia, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Burkina Faso, Belgium. The study will focus on partners involved in implementing the project, the youths participating in project activities, and all the key project/Action stakeholders like Partner’s Coordination Committee (PCC), Project Management Unit (PMU), Project Coordination Units (PCUs), enablers/decision-makers (at local, national, regional, and global levels), European youths, African youths in the diaspora in Europe, and Youth-led groups and civil society. Stakeholders to be consulted may include: Implementing partners and consortium members, Youth participants and youth-led organisations, Project governance structures (PCC, PMU, PCUs), Enablers and decision-makers at local, national, regional, and global levels, European youth and African youth in the diaspora, YAB, and Country Managers appointed by makesense (faire sens).

• Study Methodology

The methodology for the study should include both Qualitative and Quantitative approaches in generation of primary data that will inform the analysis. The consultant is expected to articulate the research design and provide detail of study approaches that will be applied. The methods should be sensitive to the target population, youths (unit of analysis), and robust enough to provide adequate responses to the stated evaluation questions. Overall, the methodology section should cover details of study design and approaches, sampling, sample size determination, data collection methods/instruments, data analysis techniques, plan for dissemination of study findings and a statement on quality assurance and ethical considerations during the study. The expected approach should be described in enough detail to enable any other researcher interested in replicating the study to apply the same methodology.

• Study Deliverables

The study will have key deliverables summarized below:

• A study proposal detailing the technical and financial aspect for the MTE.
• An inception report detailing the understanding of the assignment, study methodology, data collection instruments, detailed Workplan, and evaluation team.
• A draft MTE report
• Final MTE report (both soft and hard copies)
• A clean dataset, transcriptions, and other study materials
• At least 4 Most Significant Change Stories (1-2 pages each).
• Lessons learned and good practices

The MTE report should be well-structured with a standard cover sheet, table of content, Acknowledgements, Acronyms/, executive summary, introduction (inclusive of study purpose, objectives, and scope), study methodology and limitations, study findings, conclusions and recommendations, references, and appendix.

• Timeframe

The assignment will be undertaken from March to June 2026, lasting a total of 40 working days from the date of signing the contract.

Table: Timeframe

Consultant to sign contract for the assignment

0.5

Review of documents and drafting of the inception report and study instruments

5

Presentation of a draft inception report and study instruments

0.5

Finalize the draft inception report, based project teams’ input

0.5

Training research assistants and pre-testing of study instruments

2

Primary data collection (field work).

12

Data analysis and report writing

16

Submission of the draft study report.

0.5

Incorporating comments on draft report

1.5

Submission of the final MTE report

0.5

Final MTE report presentation and validation

1

8.  Qualification and experience of the consulting team

• Advanced degree in a relevant social science like development studies, human rights, project management, monitoring and evaluation, research and policy analysis, etc.
• Demonstrable expertise and knowledge of projects in the field of youth-centred development, advocacy, policy analysis, and development; and experience working with entities like AU and EU, governments, and Civil Society Organisations/NGOs in similar projects is an added advantage.
• A record in developing and conducting several types of studies (including evaluations), using qualitative and quantitative approaches.
• Experience in data collection and analysis using participatory methodologies.
• Excellent demonstrated communication skills (verbal and writing) in English. A working knowledge of French and Arabic will be an added advantage.
• Experience of working with multicultural teams and/or settings.
• Consultants’ presence in target countries where the MTE study will be conducted is an added advantage.

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9.  Proposal study Criteria

The technical proposal will be evaluated based on the Quality Cost-Based Selection (QCBS) Criteria:

The individual general reliability, as well as experience and capacity in carrying out the assignment (30%).

The approach in responding to the TOR and detailed work of Oxfam in Africa (45%).

The qualifications and competencies of the proposed personnel for the assignment (25%).

Proposals obtaining more than 70% of the technical points will be considered technically suitable and qualify for financial assessment.

10.  Supervision/management of the assignment

The consultant (s) will be technically supervised by the Project MEAL Expert whom they will work with to ensure that all processes are adhered to. The Project Management Unit (PMU) will provide additional support in ensuring the study is delivered effectively.

11.  Payment

The consultant will be paid 30% upon approval of the inception report, and 70% upon submission and approval of final report and other agreed deliverables of the study. The Professional fees shall be subject to deduction of Withholding Tax at source in compliance with Kenyan statutory requirements.

12.  Submission of Technical and Financial Proposal 

Interested applicants are expected to submit the following not later than 15 th March, 2026:

• Technical proposal
• Financial Proposal should provide cost estimate for services to be rendered including consultancy fees, transport, accommodation and living costs, stationeries and supplies needed for data collection etc.

  How to apply:

Send your proposal with a subject marked “Mid-Term Evaluation: AU-EU Youth Voices Lab Project” to SSC.Consultancy@oxfam.org  by 15 th March, 2026, 11.59 pm EAT.  

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