Specific Objectives of the Endline Evaluation
Assess the current status and changes in youth participation in governance, and evaluate how responsive governance structures have become to youth needs compared to project start.
Evaluate the relevance and effectiveness of the legal and policy framework in Kakamega County in facilitating or constraining inclusive youth participation, and assess any shifts influenced by the project.
Assess the capacity and participation of ward-based youth groups, including gender responsiveness of governance systems, and identify remaining gaps and recommended strategies for sustainability.
Evaluate the extent to which social media has been integrated into governance processes, document how usage has evolved over the project period, and recommend strategies for strengthening digital civic engagement.
Assess the extent to which youth and county government activities are responsive to climate-related issues, and document changes attributed to project interventions.
Profile of the Consultant
There are mandatory and desirable competencies of this;
Mandatory;
Solid experience in mixed methods research including designing and conducting baseline surveys in youth and governance programmes.
Extensive experience working in the youth governance sector, especially in capacity enhancement and advocacy programmes.
Knowledge of and experience in working in the project county counties will be an added advantage.
Knowledge and understanding of devolution and county government systems in Kenya.
Proficiency in report writing skills in English language.
A degree in any of the following fields: public policy, monitoring and evaluation, project management, political science or in a related field is an added advantage.