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Consultancy to Carry Out a Comprehensive Review of the Institute of Adult Education Policies and Programmes
Terms of Reference
The IAE is responsible for providing quality adult and non-formal education (ANFE) to people within Tanzania Mainland, especially those outside the formal education system, through its regional centres. It provides education at the grassroots level, alternative secondary education pathways and adult literacy programmes, further develops skills through hands-on training, and raises awareness of issues of national importance. To ensure the continuous supply of qualified facilitators and coordinators of ANFE, the Institute organizes tertiary education programmes, leading to the award of a certificate, diploma, or degree in adult education and related fields. These programmes are fully accredited by the National Council for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (NACTVET).
Terms of References
The selected consultant/firm/institution will undertake the assignment according to the scope but is not limited to the following tasks as per the Terms of References (ToRs).
A: Assess the implementation of IAE-Rolling Strategic Plan 2019/2020-2023/2024 against eight key strategic objectives on accessibility, quality, mass education, research, good governance, financial sustainability, infrastructural development and publicity of the institute’s programmes and services, including the following:
4.1. Sampling
The evaluation will be based on 26 IAE regional centres in mainland Tanzania. The samples for the analysis will be made available based on feasibility (in the given time and budget), representativeness and relevance to the study objectives. This could involve the use of random, purposive and stratified samples. However, under the proposed work plan, we have suggested having at least one region per each country’s zone, involving the regions of Dodoma (central zone), Dar es Salaam (coastal zone), Mwanza (lake zone) and Tanga (northern zone). Other regions include Mbeya (southern highlands), Lindi (southern zone) and Kigoma (western zone).
The hard copies of the proposal can be submitted to:
The Rector,
Institute of Adult Education,
Bibi Titi Mohamed Rd,
Post Code No. 23,
Dar es Salaam.
Tanzania.
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Terms of Reference
- Background and Context
The IAE is responsible for providing quality adult and non-formal education (ANFE) to people within Tanzania Mainland, especially those outside the formal education system, through its regional centres. It provides education at the grassroots level, alternative secondary education pathways and adult literacy programmes, further develops skills through hands-on training, and raises awareness of issues of national importance. To ensure the continuous supply of qualified facilitators and coordinators of ANFE, the Institute organizes tertiary education programmes, leading to the award of a certificate, diploma, or degree in adult education and related fields. These programmes are fully accredited by the National Council for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (NACTVET).
- Purpose of the Review
Terms of References
The selected consultant/firm/institution will undertake the assignment according to the scope but is not limited to the following tasks as per the Terms of References (ToRs).
A: Assess the implementation of IAE-Rolling Strategic Plan 2019/2020-2023/2024 against eight key strategic objectives on accessibility, quality, mass education, research, good governance, financial sustainability, infrastructural development and publicity of the institute’s programmes and services, including the following:
- The achievement and progress made during the implementation of the IAE Strategic Plan for a period of five years;
- Assessment of IAE strategic issues or objectives implementation performance according to stakeholders’ views for a period of five years;
- Challenges that faced the implementation of the strategy for the period of five years; and
- Recommendations for overcoming the identified challenges, with an eye toward enhancing ongoing programmes and service development and implementation.
- Review the legal framework and institutional arrangement enabling the function of the IAE, considering new national development and policies in the education milieu;
- Analyze the relationship between the IAE and other related education institutions in the country and abroad;
- Analyze the relevance of the (legal) IAE mandate as spelt out in legislation considering current trends;
- Assessing the relevance of IAE objectives to ensure that they are aligned to national policies; and
- Documenting successes, challenges and lessons learned.
- Assessing the relevance of IAE academic programmes and services in line with national, regional and international needs and trends;
- Assessing the adequacy of all resources available in delivering core academic activities (teaching, research and community services);
- Examining whether there are adequate and efficient procedures in place for provision of quality teaching, research and community services; and
- Establishing the extent to which the IAE has accomplished its objectives per RSP 2019/2020-2023/2024.
- Assessing staffing level-how adequate or inadequate- utilization trends, under-utilization/over-utilization indicators; and
- Assessing the level of availability, accessibility and usability of resources (physical facilities, libraries, and ICT facilities for both staff and students).
- Scope of Work and Deliverables
- Preparing a detailed inception report (to be discussed with IAE management), illustrating the initial results of the secondary data review, with identified gaps in the primary data;
- Finalizing research design and evaluation tools in consultation with the managementteam, highlighting major milestones, challenges, and mitigating strategies in the implementation of IAE- RSP 2019/2020-2023/2024;
- Presenting a draft report to the management team for discussion and feedback;
- Producing final report written in English, describing key findings from the field and documentary reviews, including implications and recommendations to guide the ongoing IAE mandates, programme design and implementation; and
- Participating in the institution’s advisory panel meetings, including management, governing council and dissemination workshops.
- Approach and Methods
- Review of Secondary Data (Literature and documents review)
- Questionnaires/Surveys
- Focus Group Discussions and In-depth Individual Interviews
4.1. Sampling
The evaluation will be based on 26 IAE regional centres in mainland Tanzania. The samples for the analysis will be made available based on feasibility (in the given time and budget), representativeness and relevance to the study objectives. This could involve the use of random, purposive and stratified samples. However, under the proposed work plan, we have suggested having at least one region per each country’s zone, involving the regions of Dodoma (central zone), Dar es Salaam (coastal zone), Mwanza (lake zone) and Tanga (northern zone). Other regions include Mbeya (southern highlands), Lindi (southern zone) and Kigoma (western zone).
- Qualification of Consultant
- A doctoral degree in Education, Policy, Management, Development Studies, or any other relevant academic qualification.
- Evidence of experience in programme assessment and evaluation in developmental contexts and proven accomplishments in undertaking similar assignments.
- Extensive experience in programme formulation, monitoring and evaluation.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Swahili and English.
- Duration
- How to Apply
- A Technical and Financial proposal (in TZS) that should include a description of the proposed methodology to be used and the schedule of planned activities.
- CV(s) of professional(s) with suitable references to undertake consultations.
- Two (2) samples from previous works.
The hard copies of the proposal can be submitted to:
The Rector,
Institute of Adult Education,
Bibi Titi Mohamed Rd,
Post Code No. 23,
Dar es Salaam.
Tanzania.
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.