Project Title:
Strengthening National Capacities for an Enhanced Protective and Preventive Environment to Address Child Labour
Project Duration:
1 January 2024 – 30 September 2026
Location:
Project activities are implemented in Amman, Mafraq, and Zarqa governorates
1. Organizational Background
Tamkeen for Legal Aid and Human Rights is a Jordan-based non-governmental organization dedicated to addressing the urgent needs of migrant workers and promoting labor rights. The organization focuses on issues related to labor protection, human trafficking, child labour, and migration. Tamkeen has extensive experience in combating child labour through legal aid, policy advocacy, household-level empowerment, and capacity building of community-based organizations and justice sector actors. It has led national and regional initiatives aimed at preventing child exploitation and supporting institutional reforms for better protection mechanisms. Tamkeen adopts a three-pronged approach—prevention, protection, and prosecution—to ensure legal empowerment and sustained support for vulnerable groups, including raising awareness and access to justice for victims of abuse.
2. Project Overview
In partnership with the Regional Development and Protection Programme for Lebanon and Jordan (RDPP III), Tamkeen is implementing a 33-month initiative titled “Strengthening National Capacities for an Enhanced Protective and Preventive Environment to Address Child Labour.” The project targets vulnerable children—particularly Syrian and non-Syrian refugees and low-income Jordanian children—who are engaged in or at risk of child labour. It also engages families, community-based organizations (CBOs), and national institutions to strengthen their ability to identify, prevent, and respond to child labour cases.
As of November 2025, the project will have completed 23 months of implementation. Its core objective is to enhance the protection of at-risk children by improving household resilience and promoting a more responsive and coordinated child protection environment at both the community and national levels.
3. Evaluation Users and Intended Purpose
The primary users of the evaluation findings will be Tamkeen and RDPP. For Tamkeen, the evaluation will guide adaptive management and improve performance for the remaining project period. For RDPP, the evaluation will support overall programmatic assessments and strategic decision-making.
The evaluation aims to assess the project’s effectiveness, highlight achievements and challenges, and propose actionable recommendations. It will help identify opportunities for course correction and assess early indications of impact, as well as sustainability prospects.
4. Purpose, Objectives, and Scope
The main objective of this mid-term evaluation is to generate learning and assess progress against intended outcomes. The consultant will evaluate the relevance, effectiveness, appropriateness, coherence, coverage, and coordination of the project.
Key Evaluation Objectives:
- Assess the effectiveness of the Theory of Change and its impact on target populations.
- Identify internal and external factors influencing project results.
- Assess both intended and unintended outcomes resulting from project implementation, and analyze their significance using relevant qualitative and quantitative indicators.
- Draw conclusions on the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the project—assessing resource utilization and timeliness of implementation—and provide actionable recommendations for improvement and future project design.
The evaluation will be conducted in collaboration with Tamkeen’s project team and will cover the following dimensions:
1. Effectiveness
- Are interventions aligned with the intended outcomes and impacts as defined by the project’s results framework?
- To what extent are project outcomes on track against established indicator targets, based on collected outcome-level data?
- What activities have contributed most significantly to achieving these outcomes?
- What key enablers or barriers have affected implementation and outcome achievement?
- What adaptations or course corrections are needed to improve progress toward targets and enhance overall effectiveness?
- How well have the activities contributed to the achievement of each specific outcome in the results framework?
- Are there differences in effectiveness between geographic locations (Amman, Mafraq, Zarqa)?
- Have the capacity-building activities resulted in measurable changes in knowledge or behavior among targeted stakeholders (CBOs, families, institutions)?
- What unintended positive or negative effects have emerged during implementation?
2. Relevance and Appropriateness
- Have contextual changes affected implementation?
- Do beneficiaries perceive the project as meeting their needs?
- What adjustments can enhance project relevance?
- How does the project align with the needs and priorities of different population groups (e.g., refugee vs. host communities, girls vs. boys)?
- Were the needs of particularly vulnerable children (e.g., children with disabilities or stateless children) adequately considered in project design and implementation?
- How did the project adapt its interventions in response to contextual changes such as policy shifts, economic downturns, or emergencies?
3. Coherence and Sustainability
- What long-term changes can be expected?
- How well does the project align with national and local systems?
- Are sustainability measures adequately integrated?
- To what extent do local partner institutions have the capacity and resources to continue relevant activities after the project concludes?
- What mechanisms or partnerships have been established to ensure sustainability after project completion?
- Are community-based structures (CBOs, local committees) equipped to sustain protection efforts without project support?
- How does the project complement or overlap with other child protection interventions funded by different donors?
4. Coverage
- Has the project equitably reached all targeted groups?
- Are there any underserved populations or locations?
- What proportion of the total target population has been reached, disaggregated by sex, age, nationality, and location?
- Are there specific barriers (e.g., legal, logistical, social) preventing access to project services for certain groups?
- How inclusive is the outreach strategy to marginalized or hard-to-reach children and households?
5. Coordination
- To what extent are activities aligned with local actors and other stakeholders?
- Are there coordination challenges internally or externally?
- How effective is the coordination between Tamkeen and government entities (e.g., MoSD, Ministry of Labor, PSD)?
- Are there referral pathways or joint protocols in place between Tamkeen, other NGOs, and government agencies?
- How do stakeholders (CBOs, government actors) perceive the effectiveness of collaboration and communication with Tamkeen?
- Are coordination platforms (e.g., national technical committees) contributing to improved service delivery?
Cross-Cutting Questions
- To what extent were beneficiaries, particularly children and families, meaningfully engaged in the design and implementation of activities?
- Were there any feedback or complaint mechanisms? If so, how were they used, and how did they inform program adaptation?
- How have gender-specific risks and vulnerabilities been addressed in the project design and implementation?
- Are there indications that the project has contributed to reducing gender-based inequalities in access to services or legal protection?
Sub-questions under each evaluation dimension will be developed in partnership with Tamkeen during the inception phase to ensure alignment with project objectives and information needs.
5. Methodology
The consultant will propose a robust and context-appropriate methodology that combines both qualitative and quantitative data collection methods to ensure a comprehensive evaluation. The methodology will include, but not be limited to, the following components:
- Document Review: Analysis of relevant project documentation, including proposals, financial records, MEAL frameworks, activity reports, and meeting minutes.
- Field Visits: Direct observation of implemented activities to assess the quality, relevance, and reach of interventions.
- Stakeholder Interviews: Semi-structured interviews and/or focus group discussions with key stakeholders, including beneficiaries, implementing partners, and project staff. Data collection tools will be developed by the consultant and submitted for review and approval by Tamkeen.
- Sampling Design: The consultant must provide a detailed sampling design, specifying the criteria, rationale, and procedures for selecting respondents to ensure representativeness and data reliability.
The evaluation must adhere to the principles of independence, utility, representativeness, and gender sensitivity to ensure the credibility and relevance of findings.
Inclusion & Gender: Data should be disaggregated by sex, age, nationality, and vulnerability status where possible. The evaluator must apply a gender- and inclusion-sensitive lens, examining how project interventions impact different groups, including refugees, persons with disabilities, and marginalized communities.
Ethical Considerations: The evaluation must comply with ethical research standards, including informed consent, safeguarding procedures, data confidentiality, and privacy. Ethical approval should be secured as necessary, particularly when children are involved.
Risks and Limitations: The consultant must identify potential risks, limitations, and sensitivities that may influence the evaluation process and propose mitigation measures to address them.Sub-questions under each evaluation dimension will be developed in partnership with Tamkeen during the inception phase to ensure alignment with project objectives and information needs.
6. Roles and Support Provided by Tamkeen
Tamkeen will facilitate the evaluation by:
- Providing background documentation
- Coordinating logistics for field visits
- Offering internal contact lists
- Arranging meetings with the MEAL Officer
- Facilitating coordination with government stakeholders and local authorities as needed for the evaluation. This coordination will require adequate time and planning, and Tamkeen will support the scheduling and communication efforts to ensure timely access and engagement.
7. Expected Deliverables
All deliverables must be written in clear, accessible English:
- Inception Report
- Consultant’s understanding of the assignment
- Methodological framework and tools
- Workplan and proposed layout for the final report
- Draft Evaluation Report
- Submitted by the end of Week 2, October 2025
- Presented to Tamkeen and RDPP for feedback
- Final Report
- Due by end of Week 4, November 2025
- Incorporating feedback and including findings, conclusions, lessons learned, and recommendations
- A PowerPoint presentation summarizing key findings and recommendations will be submitted alongside both the draft and final versions of the report for dissemination and stakeholder engagement purposes
8: Annexes to Be Shared Post-Contracting
Upon contracting, Tamkeen will provide the consultant with the following documents to support the evaluation process:
- Project Document
- Theory of Change
- Results Framework
- Risk Matrix
- Progress Reports
- Workplans
- Any other relevant documents that will support contextual understanding and evaluation rigor
9. Timeline
Date Deliverable Activity
August 25, 2025 Submission deadline Proposal review
September 1, 2025 Shortlisting & contracting Interviews and contracting
September 15, 2025 First meeting Amendments to inception report
October 20, 2025 Draft report writing Tamkeen reviews and comments
November 17, 2025 Final report writing Final feedback and revisions
December 6, 2025 Final report submission Evaluation complete
10. Payment Schedule
The consultant will receive payments in Jordanian Dinars (JOD) in three installments:
• 30% upon submission of the inception report (by September 30, 2025)
• 30% upon submission of the draft report (by October 25, 2025)
• 40% upon delivery of the final report (by December 6, 2025)
11. Selection Criteria
• The submitted proposals will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
Criteria Weight (%)
Relevant experience in similar evaluations, especially in child protection, social protection, or labor rights sectors 30%
Soundness and clarity of the proposed methodology and approach 25%
Qualifications of the consultant/team (academic background, language skills, and analytical/reporting abilities) 20%
Work plan and feasibility of completing the assignment within the timeline 15%
Financial proposal and cost-effectiveness 10%
• Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. Both individual consultants and consulting firms are eligible to apply.
12. Submission Guidelines
Deadline: september 30 2025
Required Documents:
# Document Format
1 Technical Proposal (experience, methodology, work plan) PDF or Word
2 Financial Proposal PDF or Word
3 CVs of involved personnel PDF
Applications should be sent to:
• Diala Al Amiri diala@tamkeen-jo.org
Please send your application with the subject line: “Mid-Term Evaluation Consultant”.
Note: Both individual consultants and consulting firms are eligible to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
13. Required Qualifications and Competencies
Demonstrated experience in evaluating similar programs, with preference given to candidates who have conducted evaluations in Jordan or the MENA region
• Experience in evaluating child protection and/or child labour-related programs is a strong asset
• Solid knowledge of human rights and social protection frameworks, particularly in the Jordanian context
• Proven expertise in program development, monitoring, and evaluation (M&E)
• Advanced degree in social sciences, international development, or a related field
• Fluency in Arabic and proficiency in English (spoken and written)
• Excellent analytical, communication, and reporting skills
• Availability to carry out the assignment within the specified contract period
• Submission of previous relevant work samples is required as part of the application