Final Evaluation & Conflict-Sensitivity and Inclusion Case Studies

Introduction

Below outlines the proposed Terms of Reference (ToR) for the Final Evaluation of the SCLR project in Haiti, which will be accompanied by comprehensive case studies on Conflict-Sensitivity and Inclusion. This evaluation aims to place conflict sensitivity and inclusion at the forefront, ensuring that the findings and recommendations provide clear, actionable guidance for future programming.

Background

The SCLR Project – Phase III in Haiti (2023–2025), co-funded by Christian Aid and the Church of Sweden, was designed to strengthen community-led responses to crises. The project has a strong focus on resilience, inclusion, social cohesion, and localization. Implemented across four departments (South, Northeast, Centre, and West) through local partners (KORAL, Haiti Survie, GARR, and SCH), the project has reached over 10,500 individuals and supported more than 30 community groups. This evaluation is particularly timely given the rising displacement, insecurity, and social fragmentation in the targeted departments. It seeks to assess how SCLR activities have contributed to conflict-sensitive and inclusive community responses, and to generate concrete lessons for scaling and adaptation.

Evaluation Objectives

Primary Objective

The aim of this consultancy is to assess the extent to which the SCLR (RMC) project has contributed to conflict-sensitive and inclusion outcomes at the community level.

Specific Objectives

• Examine how SCLR tools/processes anticipated, mitigated, or transformed local tensions.
• Assess participation and decision-making by marginalized groups (women, youth, persons with disabilities, etc.).
• Document shifts in local power dynamics and community ownership.
• Map changes in trust, collaboration, and mutual support networks.
• Evaluate community capacities for resilience.
• Generate case studies and indicators demonstrating SCLR’s added value.

Scope of Work

• Analyze conflict sensitivity mechanisms and their effectiveness.
• Assess inclusion and power shifts among marginalized groups.
• Evaluate changes in social cohesion and resilience.
• Produce evidence and advocacy materials (case studies, indicators).

Research Questions

Outcomes & Sustainability

• What role did communities play in leading the response and decision-making processes?
• To what extent are project outcomes sustainable beyond current or any other external funding support?

Conflict Sensitivity

• In what ways did SCLR’s grant-making, training, and facilitation processes anticipate and address points of local tension?
• Which conflict sensitivity tools (e.g., risk registers, community dialogues, peace committees) proved most effective and why?

Inclusive Participation

• How effectively were marginalised groups (women, youth, persons with disabilities, internally displaced persons) identified, engaged, and empowered?
• What mechanisms ensured their voices influenced community action plans and resource allocations?

Power Dynamics

• What encouraged or hindered community leadership and decision-making?
• Which other actors were influenced or stakeholders advocated throughout the project, and what were the resulting outcomes?

Social Cohesion & Networks

• Are there signs of existing mutual aid systems being undermined, replicated, or unnecessarily burdened by SCLR activities?
• What evidence demonstrates increased intergroup trust, cooperation, and mutual aid?

Methodology

The consultant will be responsible for conducting the final evaluation of the project and developing comprehensive case studies to assess the conflict sensitivity and inclusion outcomes of the SCLR project.

Evaluation Approach

The evaluation and case studies will utilize a qualitative, participatory approach.

Data Collection

• Key Informant Interviews (KIIs): with community leaders, partners, and participants.
• Focus Group Discussions (FGDs): with women, youth, persons with disabilities, and mixed groups.
• Outcome Harvesting to identify and analyze significant changes related to conflict sensitivity and inclusion generated by the project.
• Document Review (proposals, reports, MEL data, micro-grant logs, partner reflections)
• **Field Observations (**Where feasible).

Proposal Submission Instructions

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Non-discrimination policy applies. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Up to three candidates will be interviewed.
• Selected candidate must sign a code of conduct and comply with Christian Aid policies.