TERMS OF REFERENCE (TOR) FOR END OF PROJECT EVALUATION
Consultancy, Research Jobs
- Childline Zimbabwe ~~ 0
- Expires 10 Oct 2025
- Harare
- Full Time
Job Description
Project Title: Chengeta
Project Locations: Dzivarasekwa, Epworth & Kuwadzana (Harare)
Background of the implementing organization
Childline Zimbabwe is a registered Private Voluntary Organisation (PVO 7/2001). Childline
provides a free 24-hour freephone and online reporting and support platforms for children and
young people in Zimbabwe and operates Drop-in Centres across the country. The organisation
provides children, young people, families and those involved with children, preventative,
educational, therapeutic and rehabilitation services in addition to undertaking research and
advocacy on child and youth safeguarding. Childline’s vision is: ‘A Zimbabwe that is passionate
about the protection of children, championing, guarding and protecting their rights’. This is
achieved through the organisation’s mission: ‘To champion, defend and promote the rights of
children in Zimbabwe through the provision of safe, confidential and child friendly reporting
mechanisms centred around a free 24-hour counselling service’. Childline programmes revolve
around four thematic areas, namely reporting and support platforms, specialized therapeutic
services, knowledge management and advocacy.
Brief background of the project
Violence against children is global problem that is also affecting children in Harare. Eighty percent
(80%) of survey participants reported that family-related stress, broken/turbulent families or
violent-related family environments are key drivers of violence against children and induce them
to take drugs as a stress reliever (Chengeta Project Baseline report, 2024). Violence against
children in Harare was observed in parental neglect, bullying, gang violence and sexual gender-
based violence. Demographic Health Survey (DHS) data suggest that violence against children
rose sharply post COVID-19 era with adolescent pregnancy prevalence averaging 24% in 2022. Of
particular concern is sexual violence against 700 girls (under 15 years) that fell pregnant in 2022
and 75,276 adolescent girls (10-19 years) that booked for ante-natal bookings between 2019 and
2022 across Zimbabwe.
Survey participants (children, volunteers and parents) reported that more than 50% of children
(boys and girls) aged 12 - 18 years in Harare are exposed to violence by parents / siblings who sell
drugs at homes and those available in community markets, in and outside schools (Chengeta
Project Baseline report, 2024). A sizeable number of parents in Harare are exposing their children
(10-18 years) to violence as couriers of drugs to their clients in the community. The survey found
a surge in use of drugs by children (60% boys and 40% girls) in Forms 2, 3 and 4 across Harare.
Epworth district was reported to have a 50-50 % ratio of boys/girls that take drugs. A key National
survey participant submitted that Dzivarasekwa and Epworth districts are top known drug
hotspots in Zimbabwe (Epworth is ranked second and Dzivarasekwa third respectively).
The survey found a link between violence against children and drug abuse in Harare. Gang
violence, bullying, sexual gender-based violence (intimidation of girls) and child neglect were
reported by more than 70% of survey participants to be on an upward trend in perceived hotspots
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of drug abuse communities and schools in Harare by children (both boys and girls). Children that
participated in the survey raised concern on the rise in gang violence in schools and communities
that was escalating into sexual gender-based violence in hotspots of drug abuse schools. Parents
and childcare workers shared personal experiences of children that verbally and physically abuse
their parents (mostly on mothers), after taking drugs.
The survey found a link between violence against children and drug abuse in Harare. Gang
violence, bullying, sexual gender-based violence (intimidation of girls) and child neglect were
reported by more than 70% of survey participants to be on an upward trend in perceived hotspots
of drug abuse communities and schools in Harare by children (both boys and girls). Children that
participated in the survey raised concern on the rise in gang violence in schools and communities
that was escalating into sexual gender-based violence in hotspots of drug abuse schools. Parents
and childcare workers shared personal experiences of children that verbally and physically abuse
their parents (mostly on mothers), after taking drugs. The survey singled out Dzivarasekwa 2 and
Kuwadzana 1 High School for bullying and gang violent children. In Epworth children (mostly girls)
as young as 14-15 years are engaged in sexual activities (that include sex work) after taking drugs
and illicit substances.
Purpose of the Evaluation
The overall purpose of the evaluation is:
• To measure the achievements and the outcomes of the project during its life span against
set targets.
• To understand how children, parents/caregivers and communities are preventing
and/responding to violence against children, and drug and substance abuse.
• To identify critical evidence and lessons on which implementation strategies have worked
and may not have worked, for consideration in future programming.
The key users of the evaluation results will be Childline, the Ministry of Public Service Labour
and Social Services Department of Social Development (DSD), Police Victim Friendly Unit (VFU),
Parents and Caregivers and other relevant stakeholders.
Duties and Responsibilities
Framework of the study
The End of project evaluation study seeks to analyse and respond to the following questions:
A) Effectiveness
1. To what extent have the project objectives been achieved?
2. What were the major factors that influenced the achievement or non-achievement of
these objectives?
3. What were the strengths and weaknesses of the approaches used during
implementation?
4. To what extent has the community's perception or attitude changed regarding violence
against children and drug and substance abuse?
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5. How effective was the coordination among partners (e.g., DSD, VFU, MoPSE, CCWs, and
community leaders) during project implementation?
B) Efficiency
1. What factors have supported, what factors have hindered the coordination between DSD,
VFU and MOPSE, CCWs and the Peer Facilitators
C) Sustainability
1. Are the project interventions sustained in the sense that the activities will be continued
after the project ends?
2. What evidence exists to demonstrate community ownership of the project?
Scope of the evaluation
Childline Zimbabwe seeks the services of a consultant to critically examine and measure the
performance of the project “Chengeta Project” implemented by Childline. The evaluation will
look at the following areas: Program implementation and management; reflections on program
coordination. It will address the results achieved. The end of project evaluation will cover all the
project implementation target areas: Dzivarasekwa, Epworth and Kuwadzana.
The target groups to be prioritized for data collection are:
• Department of Social Development Officers (DSD),
• Police Victim Friendly Unit Officers (VFU),
• Community Child Care Workers (CCWs),
• Helpline Agents,
• Children engaged through the project,
• Peer Facilitators,
• Community members (Parents and Caregivers).
Location
The End of Project Evaluation will be conducted in the 3 project areas: Dzivarasekwa, Epworth
and Kuwadzana.
Methodology
The consultant is expected to propose a methodology and evaluation design, including an evaluation matrix that outlines the data collection methods to be used for addressing each evaluation question. Childline recommends the use of consultative and participatory mixed-method approaches, incorporating both quantitative and qualitative techniques. Primary data collection may include in-depth interviews with primary actors and key informants. Secondary data will be gathered through a review of project documents, including the project proposal, quarterly progress reports, and annual reports. The evaluation will ensure the active participation of all stakeholder groups, including project implementers, key stakeholders, and beneficiaries.
Duration and Reporting
The study will be executed over a period of 55 working days from the time of the signing of the
contractual agreement by both parties (Childline and the Consultant).
Expected Deliverables
1. Inception Report submitted in pdf format, with data collection tools and an evaluation
matrix with questions and data collection methods to be used for each evaluation
question. The inception report to be discussed and approved by Childline Zimbabwe.
2. Draft one of the evaluation report upon completion of fieldwork.
3. Presentation and validation of the evaluation results in a validation workshop.
4. Revised report (draft two) incorporating findings from the validation workshop to be
submitted in pdf format.
5. Final report-one electronic copy and five hard copies submitted in pdf format. The final
report should be designed and not more than 65 pages excluding annexes.
6. An abridged version of the report (with not more than 10 pages) in pdf format, DinA4.
and a summary poster with the evaluation findings will be submitted with the final
evaluation report
Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications/Experience
• A post graduate degree in research and or monitoring and evaluation will be an added
advantage.
• At least 10 years working experience in M&E related issues and/or development context.
• Experience of providing leadership, support and guidance on MEAL across development
projects, Strong background in child protection.
• Previous experience in conducting evaluations and research studies.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Strong analytical skills including analysis of both quantitative and qualitative data.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills required to meet deadlines.
• The consultant should be willing to work with the project staff throughout the process.
• Fluency in the local languages spoken in the target districts.
How to Apply
Safeguarding
Childline Zimbabwe has in place a Child and Youth Safeguarding Policy, Confidentiality Statement
and Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment Policy which the Consultant will
be expected to sign and be bound by it thereafter.
All information gathered during the evaluation is confidential and is not to be disclosed to any
other stakeholder, including media, individuals and/or other firms. Failure to adhere to the
provisions of the Confidentiality Statement may result in cancellation of the contract.
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Proposals
Interested applicants should provide a proposal covering the following aspects:
1. Letter of interest.
2. Detailed technical proposal clearly demonstrates a thorough understanding of this TOR
and includes the following:
Demonstrated previous experience in coordinating and administering studies of a similar
nature, with at least three references of recent work conducted.
Proposed detailed methodology for the evaluation.
Ethics and child safeguarding approaches, including any identified risks and associated
mitigation strategies.
A proposed timeframe detailing activity and a schedule/work plan (including a Gantt chart). ▪
Team composition and level of effort of each proposed team member, if applicable.
Previous experience/mandates similar in nature including type of study, sector, organization.
3. A financial proposal with a detailed breakdown of costs for the study.
Itemized consultancy fees/costs including taxes.
Itemized field data collection expenses.
Itemized administrative expenses.
Copy of registration certificate, VAT and other relevant documents.
4. Curriculum Vitae(s) of all proposed team members outlining relevant experience.
5. Names and contact information of three references who can be contacted regarding relevant
experience.
6. A copy of previous reports of similar work undertaken on: End line study.
7. A Consulting Firm profile (if applicable).
Bid Format
If you meet these requirements, kindly send an expression of interest (EOI) with a detailed budget
to recruitment@childline.org.zw, programmes@childline.org.zw and meal.hre@childline.org.zw
with your CV and covering letter outlining your qualifications that are more relevant for the
assignment, copies of relevant certificates, a sample of similar work done previously should be
submitted and a professional reference linked to sample work. If you need more information
about the assignment, kindly email meal.hre@childline.org.zw Please note that due to the
expected volume of applications, only pre-selected candidates will be contacted.
Deadline for applications:
Applications are to be received by 4pm on 10 October 2025
