Association de Solidarité des Femmes Rwandaises 

TERMS OF REFERENCE TO HIRE AN INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT TO CONDUCT PROJECT EVALUATION AND DOCUMENTATION UNDER MALARIA PREVENTION & CONTROL INTERVENTIONS TARGETING HIGH RISK GROUPS. 

1. Background 

Malaria remains a public health priority in Rwanda with the whole population at risk of malaria infection. Today, Rwanda continues to make progress in malaria control through multifaceted evidence-based approaches such as Information, Education and Communication (IEC); distribution of long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs); Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) and; early diagnosis and effective management of malaria cases as guided by the National Malaria Strategy.

In 2021, The Ministry of Health/RBC/MOPDD, in collaboration with partners have conducted an in-depth analysis using the Roll Back Malaria (RBM) Matchbox Toolkit as a guide to ensure that the interventions being implemented are addressing the documented barriers, to identify any additional specific human rights or gender barriers in the context of malaria and to provide guidance on specific interventions to address any barriers. This assessment was conducted between April and May 2021, under the coordination of the RBC/MOPDD, Rwanda CCM with support from The Roll Back Malaria (RBM). The assessment was   aiming to identify the most vulnerable groups and key populations at increased risk of malaria infection, the barriers related to access to malaria services for these populations, how gender, humans’ rights and social issues affect malaria programs. It was also intended to contribute robust recommendations for improving malaria services coverage and decreasing malaria risk among the most affected populations.

The findings of the assessment shows that the NMCP Strategy for malaria control amongst vulnerable groups in the country appears comprehensive, and program data suggest some success in reaching most of the at-risk population, but gaps may persist. These vulnerable groups include Prisoners, Refugees, Pregnant Women, Mothers/Nannies of U5, Rice Farmers, Fishermen, Mining workers, truck drivers, Health Care Providers, Students at School, Hotels Staff and Clients, Female Sex Workers, Security Staff, People with disabilities and travellers, etc. These results also indicate that there are some important gaps that could be due to these barriers.  From the Assessment reports, key recommendations to address malaria vulnerable and risk groups included: (1) the development of a clear Action Plan to address gaps in Malaria in Vulnerable Groups and (2) Ensure CSOs are engaged in addressing malaria in Vulnerable and high-risk Groups.

In 2022, with the support from Global Fund through the Ministry of Health (MoH)/Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC); ASOFERWA was assigned to implement Malaria Prevention SBC Strategic Interventions Countrywide, targeting hard-to-reach groups.

In this regard, ASOFERWA is hiring an Individual Consultant to conduct a Project Evaluation and Documentation in line with Implemented Malaria Prevention and Control Interventions among High-Risk Groups. 

2. Main objective 

The overall aim of the assignment is to conduct project evaluation and documenting the achievements, best practices and lessons learnt during Malaria SBC Project implementation process targeting high risk groups. 

3. The Specific Objectives:

The planned evaluation and documentation aim to: 

1. Track the implementation process of Malaria prevention and control SBC interventions, collect information on tremendous achievements, success stories and identify possible gaps, with relevant data.
2. To document tremendous achievements registered, success stories and identified gaps
3. To propose remedial actions for identified gaps to inform future strategic planning for malaria high risk groups
4. To produce a detailed document in a summary booklet not exceeding thirty-five pages maximum in English and another copy in Kinyarwanda.
5. To produce a final video documentation on USB and on DVD highlighting tremendous achievements, best practices lessons learnt during the implementation of Malaria SBC Interventions 

4. Scope of assignment 

ASOFERWA is looking for an individual consultant with a high calibre to conduct project evaluation and document the achievements, best practices and lessons learnt during Malaria SBC Project implementation process targeting high risk groups. The project evaluation will be done countrywide. After the evaluation and documentation, the consultant will submit a preliminary written report and related draft video. After incorporating given feedback, the consultant will submit the final evaluation report and the video.  

5. Expected results:

The specific results include:

• Written evaluation report summarizing the intervention of ASOFERWA in collaboration with RBC/MOPDD from 2022 to date about Malaria Prevention and control among hard-to-reach groups
• Video documentation summarizing the intervention of ASOFERWA in collaboration with RBC/MOPDD from 2022. 

6. Deliverables

The Consultant will develop a conceptual framework including a detailed methodology, work instruments and work plan. The consultant will present a draft document and a final document to be discussed with stakeholders involved in the implementation of Malaria SBC strategic interventions targeting high risk groups specifically hard to reach groups.

  The specific deliverables will include: 

1. Inception report, methodology and instruments. 
2. Draft of documentation highlighting achievements registered, challenges faced, lessons learnt and best practices during Malaria SBC Project implementation process.
3. A detailed hard copy document of 20 to 35 pages in English and a copy in Kinyarwanda.
4. A final video on USB and on DVD highlighting achievements, best practices, and lessons learnt during SBC Project implementation process. The video shall be in Kinyarwanda with subtitles in English. 

7. Qualification, Knowledge, Skills and Experience

The selected consultant must fulfil the following criteria:

• A University degree in Public Health, Monitoring and Evaluation, Communication, Journalism or relevant domain;
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in coordinating and impact evaluation, and projects/programs impact evaluation and documentation;
• Having successfully concluded a minimum of four (4) health related projects;
• Reference of at least four (4) documented success stories and lessons learnt is an added value;
• Having worked with hard-to-reach people/marginalized people/refugee camps;
• Proven writing and oral proficiency in English, French and Kinyarwanda;
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision; 

8. Selection criteria 

Applications will be assessed on the financial proposal (30%) and technical competence (70%). 

9. Timeframe (Duration of the Assignment)

This assignment is expected to be implemented within a timeframe of forty (40) working days starting from the date of signing the consultancy contract. The consultant will be required to work closely with ASOFERWA/Supervising staff with guidance of RBC/Malaria Division

10. Application requirements 

The application file will be comprised of; 

• Expression of Interest (EoI) letter;
• Detailed three (3)-pages CV
• Technical proposal describing the background, methodology and timeline (4 pages)
• Financial proposal/Quotation (2 pages max)
• Notified academic certificates
• Professional recommendation letters;
• Copy of National Identity card/ or Passport of the consultant;
• Valid proof documents of completion of similar assignments.

Interested candidates are invited to apply by addressing their application letter with attached required documents to the ASOFERWA’s Executive Secretary. Application documents will be deposited in sealed envelope at ASOFERWA’s Headquarters in its Secretariat at KG 682 St 3, Kimihurura, Gasabo District not later than March 14^th, 2024 at 10:00AM. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps. 

11. Terms of Performance. 

• The effective date of the terms of reference and statement of work will be the date of contract signature by ASOFERWA
• The quality of deliverables must be ensured by the consultant 

For more information, contact us at 0788301260/ 0788436581 or email asoferwa@ymail.com. 

Done at Kigali on March 04, 2024

NSHIMIYIMANA Apollinaire

Executive secretary

ASOFERWA