TERMS OF REFERENCE - Peter Stout

1 TERMS OF REFERENCE . Model Headings for TERMS of REFERENCE for technical input. (Some headings are required only for hiring external experts.). 1. Project Title: Brief description. 2. Background This should provide general background and context for the proposed input: Reasons for the consultancy. The proposed role of the consultants - for example, facilitation or provision of technical expertise or both. Etc. 3 Overall Objectives A brief statement of the overall purpose of the consultancy should be provided. This should be linked to the Project Purpose' statement of the Logical Framework, if one exists. 4 Scope of the Work This section should list in detail all of the tasks and activities to be carried out by the Consultant in the sequence that they should be undertaken. Ensure that it is realistic to carry out the stated range of activities in the time. 5 Expected Outcome and Deliverables The expected situation at the end of the consultancy should be described in general TERMS .

2 For each key activity and task described under 4 above there should be a corresponding output listed for the consultancy. Outputs should be time-bound. 8 Reporting Requirements This covers both routine reporting on the progress of the assignment and reporting on the final outcome of the work carried out. Particular attention should be paid to the scope and timing of reports. Don't forget to include presentations and workshops to discuss progress and conclusions with the beneficiaries and stakeholders. 6 Competency and Expertise Requirements (For hiring experts). Demonstrate to the evaluators that you have considered the feasibility of the technical input by outlining the competencies and qualifications required of the expert. This should set out the professional background and the previous experience and skills required by the expert to undertake the assignment. 1/1.