Evaluation Consultant – Terminal Evaluation of UNEP/GEF Tana Delta Project

About the role

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks an experienced Evaluation Consultant to lead the terminal evaluation of the UNEP/GEF project “Enhancing Integrated Natural Resource Management in the Tana Delta, Kenya”. The assignment is home‑based, lasts up to 50 working days within a six‑month period, and culminates in a concise evaluation report.

Key responsibilities

• Design and implement a participatory terminal evaluation using both quantitative and qualitative methods.
• Engage key stakeholders throughout the process and maintain regular communication with the project team.
• Produce an inception report, a draft report, and a final evaluation report, including findings, lessons learned, and recommendations.
• Develop geo‑referenced maps and, where possible, geo‑referenced photographs of key intervention sites.
• Assess project achievements against expected outputs, outcomes, and impacts.

Required profile

• Advanced university degree in environmental science, natural resource management, evaluation, or a related field.
• Proven experience conducting terminal evaluations of environmental or development projects, preferably within UNEP/GEF frameworks.
• Strong analytical and report‑writing abilities.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate remotely with diverse stakeholders.

Required skills

• Evaluation methodologies (participatory, quantitative, qualitative).
• GIS or geo‑referencing techniques for mapping and photographic documentation.
• Stakeholder engagement and communication.
• Professional report preparation.

What we offer

• Opportunity to contribute to a high‑visibility UN environmental evaluation.
• Remote work flexibility.
• Collaboration with UNEP’s Evaluation Office and senior managers.