Consultant - Establishment of a Monitoring and Evaluation Framework for LDP / Resilience Plan Implementation at Novel Alliance for Development Aid (NADA) - 3 Openings

Novel Alliance for Development Aid (NADA) is a national NGO registered with Nigerian Cooperate Affair Commission as a humanitarian and development organization. The organization was founded in 2017 in Maiduguri Borno State, Nigeria by Nigerian intellectuals’ humanitarian to provide integrated humanitarian services to people and communities affected by the crisis within the country with a focus on the northeast and northwest Nigerian.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Consultant - Establishment of a Monitoring and Evaluation Framework for LDP / Resilience Plan Implementation

Locations: MMC, Jere & Konduga LGA, Borno
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: Duration – 3 months

Background

• In alignment with our goal to enhance accountability and effectiveness of Local Development Plans (LDP) and community resilience strategies, we are initiating the establishment of a robust Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) framework.
• This framework is intended to link communities, Local Government Areas (LGAs), and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to improve the collective tracking and evaluation of LDP/resilience plan implementation. 
• This initiative will empower local actors to hold decision-makers accountable, foster inclusive planning, and ensure that resilience strategies are relevant, effective, and gender-responsive.
• To this end, we invite qualified consultants to express interest in leading the development of this framework through a highly participatory and context-sensitive process.

Objectives of the Consultancy

• The overall objective of this consultancy is to facilitate the development of a gender-sensitive, inclusive, and locally owned MEAL framework for tracking the implementation of LDP and resilience plans. Specific objectives include:
  • Engaging stakeholders to co-design a resilient MEAL framework.
  • Strengthening linkages between communities, LGAs, and CSOs.
  • Building consensus through consultation and validation workshops.
  • Ensuring gender mainstreaming and inclusion throughout the process.

Scope of Work
The consultant will be responsible for the following tasks:
Inception Phase:

• Conduct desk review of existing LDP/resilience plans, M&E systems, and relevant policies
• Meet with the project team for alignment and planning 

Development of Activity ToR:

• Draft detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) for the MEAL framework development process 

Stakeholder Engagement & Consultations:

• Facilitate consultative sessions with community members, LGA officials, and CSOs
• Ensure gender and marginalised groups are represented 

Framework Development:

• Lead the co-creation of a gender-sensitive and robust MEAL framework in collaboration with stakeholders 

Review & Revision:

• Present draft framework to stakeholders for review
• Integrate feedback to enhance relevance and usability 

Validation:

• Organise a validation workshop to formally adopt the MEAL framework
• Ensure alignment with community needs and LGA structures 

Implementation & Follow-Up:

• Develop a follow-up plan and roadmap for rolling out the MEAL framework at the scommunity and LGA levels
• Recommend roles, responsibilities, and tools for effective implementation

Reporting:

• Produce a comprehensive final report detailing methodology, stakeholder input, challenges, framework components, and action steps

Expected Deliverables

• Inception Report with methodology and stakeholder mapping
• Terms of Reference (ToR) for the MEAL framework process
• Documentation of stakeholder consultations
• Draft and final MEAL framework document
• Validation workshop report
• Roadmap for implementation and follow-up
• Final consultancy report

Required Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Development Studies, Governance, or a related field
• At least 5 years of proven experience in designing participatory M&E frameworks, especially for resilience or development plans
• Strong facilitation and consultative skills, especially with communities, CSOs, and local government structures
• Excellent understanding of gender and inclusion principles
• Strong report writing, analytical, and stakeholder coordination skills
• Experience working in complex or fragile contexts is an asset.

Application Closing Date
25th April, 2025.