Profile of evaluator(s) and WWF supporting responsibilities
The evaluator(s) shall cover the following expertise, knowledge and experiences:
- Experience in evaluation according to OECDDAC criteria
- Experience applying participatory research methods
- Knowledge of biodiversity conservation
- Knowledge of communitybased forest management and agroforestry
- Knowledge of indigenous rights and the special situation of minorities in Myanmar
- Knowledge and diplomatic skills in relation to land ownership and land rights issues in Myanmar and especially the project region
- Indepth knowledge of sustainable landscape planning
- Knowledge in gender
- Knowledge in climate mainstreaming
- Knowledge in social and ecological safeguards
- Fluency in English, Burmese and Karen languages
Primarily, we seek one independent consultant who covers the above mentioned expertise, knowledge and experiences. Shall it not be possible to find one person who covers all of the equally important requirements, we invite a team of independent consultants (2 persons) who jointly cover the above mentioned profile and capability to engage with the various stakeholders. One of the consultants in addition to the technical expertise shall function as lead consultant responsible for the compilation of findings, report writing and communication with the project manager.
WWF Myanmar will provide relevant documents feasibility study, project proposal, technical and progress reports, monitoring data, baseline reports, mid-term review report and management response etc.) and support at site level to set up meetings, identify key individuals and assist with planning and logistics. The Forest Project Manager and the Senior Forest Project Officer will facilitate all necessary communications and the flow of required information/data, based on the requirements specified by the consultants.