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The Rainforest Foundation Norway (RFN) is inviting proposals from qualified consultants for the evaluation of their rights-based rainforest management approach. This evaluation will cover strategic work areas across Indonesia, Brazil, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), and Peru. The evaluation is an opportunity to assess how RFN's initiatives have generated impactful results over time and the effectiveness of its policies in fostering sustainable rainforest management.
RFN is known for its leadership in environmental advocacy and forest conservation in Europe. It aims to protect tropical rainforests and uphold the rights of Indigenous Peoples and local communities. RFN partners with numerous organizations across rainforest nations while advocating at various levels to influence policies that drive deforestation. Their approach combines practical partnerships with strong international advocacy to create a sustainable future for these crucial ecosystems.
The primary goal of this evaluation is to build a deep understanding of how RFN's rights-based management approach is operationalized and its outcomes. It focuses on evaluating the delivery of results and actual changes brought about over time. By doing so, RFN seeks to create evidence-based insights that will enhance future strategic planning, and improve operational efficiency.
The evaluation consultants are expected to bring a wealth of expertise and skills, including but not limited to, the following essential criteria:
Experience in Evaluation: A proven background in designing and executing complex evaluations specifically in forest contexts, particularly those related to rights-based approaches involving Indigenous communities.
Qualitative Research Skills: Strong proficiency in qualitative methods such as interviews, document reviews, and participatory techniques. Additionally, experience in using contribution analysis or similar methodologies in diverse settings is required.
Analytical Abilities: A demonstrated capacity for comprehensively analyzing results over time in complex sociopolitical environments, without straightforward attribution of success solely to RFN's contributions.
Gender and Social Inclusion Competence: Familiarity with gender dynamics, inclusivity of youth, and social equity considerations within evaluation contexts.
Communication Proficiency: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with a history of producing high-quality evaluation reports on time.
Contextual Understanding: Direct experience from the relevant countries, alongside a nuanced understanding of cultural and political landscapes, is critical.
Interested candidates, whether as individual consultants or as teams, are invited to submit a detailed proposal that covers both technical and financial aspects. Specific requirements include:
CVs: A summarized qualification profile for each consultant in the team.
Methodology and Timetable: A clearly defined methodology for the evaluation process along with a proposed timeline, not exceeding two pages.
Financial Offer: A detailed financial proposal, stipulating daily rates based on an 8-hour workday, and clarification on costs (with and without VAT) is crucial. The maximum allowable budget for this assignment stands at NOK 900,000, including VAT, and NOK 720,000 exclusive of VAT for non-Norwegian bidders.
References: At least two references from previous similar projects are required to validate the consultant's experience.
The selection of the proposals will be based on a scoring system that evaluates:
To ensure credibility, consultants applying must demonstrate their legal standing and confirm they are not bankrupt or involved in any malpractices, including but not limited to fraud or discrimination.
RFN underscores the importance of ethics throughout the consultancy process. Key ethical standards include upholding participants' rights and confidentiality, conducting the evaluation within the bounds of the law, and safeguarding the well-being of all involved. Furthermore, adherence to the GDPR guidelines for data protection is mandatory.
This consultancy represents a significant opportunity for professionals in the field of environmental evaluation and rights-based management. Successful applicants will contribute to meaningful assessments that shape future strategies for protecting rainforests and provide a platform for Indigenous voices within these vital ecological spaces.
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