[Hiring] Consultant for Pediatric Pneumonia Program Evaluation in Zanzibar @D-tree

Role Description

D-tree is seeking proposals from qualified firms, research institutions, or organizations to design and implement a 15-month evaluation of a program strengthening the continuum of care (CoC) in Zanzibar.

• The evaluation is expected to provide credible evidence on program impact across four domains:
  • Patient experience
  • Health outcomes
  • Cost to the health system
  • Potential for adoption or scale-up
• The program portfolio focuses initially on pediatric pneumonia in the South District, Unguja.
• D-tree is seeking an evaluation partner with strong experience in health and mixed-methods approaches.

Objectives of the Evaluation

• Assess and provide robust evidence of the extent of project outcomes in improving the continuity of care across multiple levels.
• Understand and document how collaboration and coordination across levels of care drive outcomes.
• Identify what is working, what is not, and the key drivers and barriers to impact at each level.
• Generate actionable learning to inform program adaptation, scale-up, and strengthening of multi-level care linkages.
• Generate high-quality evidence suitable for dissemination through peer-reviewed scientific publications.

Scope of Work

The evaluation will assess the results and likely long-term impacts of the project in unlocking more efficient, cost-effective, and accurate care delivered at the right time, in the right place.

• The geographic scope includes:
  • Kitogani District Hospital
  • Makunduchi Health Center
  • Kizimkazi Health Center
  • Paje Dispensary
  • Jambiani Health Center
• The overall timeframe of engagement for the evaluation is 15 months from contract signature.

Evaluation Approach and Methodology

• Mixed-methods participatory evaluation approach.
• Data sources can include primary data collection, published secondary data, and D-tree monitoring data.
• Collaborative engagement with D-tree stakeholders.
• Address both contribution and attribution to measurable results.
• Include baseline and impact evaluation with defined indicators.
• Integrate documentation of implementation practices throughout the evaluation period.
• Consider local contextual factors such as care seeking practices and epidemiological trends.

Deliverables

• Detailed evaluation plan, including data collection tools - 31 May 2026
• Baseline Assessment Report - 15 August 2026
• Draft impact evaluation report - 31 March 2027
• Final impact evaluation report - 30 April 2027
• Summary report of analysis of the intervention logic - 31 May 2027
• Minimum of 2 manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication - 30 June 2027

Competency Profile

• At least one local evaluator with demonstrated experience in Zanzibar.
• Lead Evaluator or Principal Investigator (PI) with proven experience.
• Fluency in Kiswahili and experience working in Zanzibar is mandatory for at least one team member.
• Advanced degree (Master’s minimum; PhD preferred) in relevant fields.
• Minimum 10 years of experience leading evaluations of health interventions.

Budget

• The consultant will submit a proposed budget in United States Dollars (USD).
• All invoices must be submitted in USD.
• The budget must reflect the true cost, including all resources required to execute the scope of work.

Duration and Key Milestones

• The assignment is expected to run over a period of approximately 15 months from contract signature.
• The baseline assessment is expected to be conducted over approximately six weeks in Q2 2026.
• The impact assessment is expected to be conducted over approximately six weeks in Q1 2027.

Safeguarding and Ethical Considerations

• Sign and comply with D-tree’s Code of Conduct prior to starting the evaluation.
• Ensure all evaluation activities are conducted in a safe, inclusive and respectful manner.
• Apply ethical research standards, including informed consent and confidentiality.

Application

To apply, please submit the following materials:

• Technical Proposal (not to exceed 5 pages)
• Financial Proposal with detailed budget
• CVs of Key Personnel

The deadline for submitting applications is April 24, 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Location

Remote

Department

Program Excellence

Employment Type

Contractor