Somalia: Evaluation of access and coverage of therapeutic feeding in Galkacyo North IDPs, Mudug region, Puntland State Somalia
Country: Somalia
Closing date: 30 Aug 2013
TERMS OF REFERENCE
Coverage survey – Galkacyo,Mudug region, Puntland State of Somalia Consultancy
BACKGROUND Somalia is one of the world's longest running humanitarian crises. The combination of conflict, insecurity, mass displacement, recurrent droughts, flooding and extreme poverty, coupled with very low basic social service coverage, has seriously affected food security and livelihoods and greatly increased vulnerability to disease and malnutrition. The MDG health- related indicators are among the worst in the world. The high infant and child mortality rates in Somalia are caused by a mixture of high risk infection, underlying poor nutrition and lack of access to quality health care. This is caused by a number of factors from diseases, limited prevention practices, and a very fragile health system which is not optimally utilized. In the IDP camps of Puntland, malnutrition levels have been exceedingly high for the past 5 years. According to assessments done by FSNAU in June/June 2013 in IDPs settlements in Puntland, the GAM rate in Galkacyo IDPs was reported to be 19.4% and SAM 2.5%. Generally, the GAM and SAM rates indicated a critical situation in terms of nutritional status of children <5 years. The results show a reduction in GAM rates issued on 25th June 2012 levels of 20.2% were recorded. The overall nutrition situation has not substantially changed and the reduced GAM rates only depict a shift in the distribution of moderately and severely malnourished proportions in the assessed populations.
PURPOSE
To evaluate access and coverage of therapeutic feeding program implemented by Relief International in Galkacyo North IDPs, Mudug region, Puntland State Somalia Specific Objectives
• To map out both period and point coverage in all the targeted areas using SQUEAC/CSAS methodology
• Identify factors affecting uptake of the OTP services in all the camps;
• To make specific recommendations based on survey outcomes to improve acceptance and coverage of the programme.
• To build capacity of key staff in Puntland to undertake coverage survey using SQUEAC/CSAS methodology
2 Detailed Terms of Reference To achieve the above-mentioned objectives, the survey consultant will undertake the following:
- Design the survey and develop comprehensive tools for data collection.
- Train data collectors for the survey. Training will also include transfer of skills in undertaking a SQUEAC assessment to RI-SOM staff so that they are able to undertake a similar assessment independently.
- Prepare the logistics of the survey (questionnaires, communication etc) in liaison with the RI-SOM nutrition Coordinator.
- Organize adequate supervision and coordination of the survey teams in the field
- Analyze data and compile a comprehensive coverage survey report.
- For purposes of survey validation, the consultant will present the results to the key stakeholders
ACTUAL IMPLEMENTATION
Stage 1 Preparation for data collection
• Clarify and finalize the full aims and scope for the survey, collect and collate reference material.
• Organize and train survey teams
• It should also include collecting relevant reference materials for report writing
Stage 2 Actual survey
• Data collection at field level
• Data entry, analysis and report writing
Stage 3
• Present preliminary findings of the coverage survey
• Final report with action oriented recommendations to be presented.
Survey Dates 15th to 30th September 2013 Desired Qualifications
a) EDUCATION (knowledge): Advanced degree in Nutrition, Public Health, Epidemiology or related discipline.
b) EXPERIENCE: At least extensive experience in Nutrition surveys and proven experience with the SQUEAC/LQAS/CSAS methodology
c) SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Proven ability to organize and supervise a survey team in a cross-cultural setting. Excellent report writing and communication skills, Good training/facilitation skills.
3d) Excellent understanding and knowledge of the current international development in food, nutrition and household food security
e) Ability to work in conflict affected areas
f) Ability to work in culturally diverse settings
g) Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision and meet tight deadlines
h) Good organization, planning, presentation, analytical, negotiation and reporting skills.
Duration of the consultancy:
The proposed consultancy will last for 16 days (including Training and data collection, analysis and reporting).
Expected output
The consultant should deliver at the end of the assignment 2 final coverage survey reports (2 hard copies and 2 soft copies). In addition, a PowerPoint presentation will be prepared for presentation to the stakeholders.
Conditions of work
• The consultant will train Puntland nutrition team in Somalia to conduct the coverage survey, and the training will be done in Galkacyo, Puntland, Somalia.
• 40% down payment will be paid at commencement of Survey.
• Final payment will be done after validation of the final report.
• Travel and accommodation for the consultant will be met by RI
How to apply:
Applications should be forwarded to:
Regional HR Manager, East Africa
Email: jacqueline@ri.org
CC:
• ma.mohamed@ri.org
• issack.hussein@ri.org
Latest date for receiving applications is 30th August 2013, 4.30 p.m.
Only short listed applicants will be notified.
Relief International is an equal opportunities employer and encourages women to apply.
