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NCCM – CALL FOR EXTERNAL EVALUATOR 2026

Details: Final External Evaluation of the Project

1.      Project Title: Empowering Mobile Populations in Laos through Safe Migration, Anti-Human Trafficking, HIV/AIDS Prevention, and Partnership Development (2024–2027)

2.      Organization: National Catholic Commission on Migration (NCCM), Thailand

Project Implementing Areas: Vientiane Capital, Khammouane Province, and Luang Prabang Province, Lao PDR

3.      Background

The National Catholic Commission on Migration (NCCM) is implementing a three-year project in Laos aimed at empowering vulnerable populations, migrants, returnees, youth, women, and community leaders through:

• Safe migration and labour rights awareness
• Human trafficking prevention
• HIV/AIDS prevention and health education
• Livelihood support for vulnerable migrants and people affected by HIV/AIDS
• Capacity building of Church leaders, government agencies, and community partners
• Strengthening networks and partnerships supporting people on the move

The project is implemented in collaboration with Church organizations, government agencies, NGOs, and community-based partners in Laos.

NCCM seeks an independent external evaluator to conduct a final evaluation of the project and provide recommendations for future programming.

 

4.      Purpose of the Evaluation (see E: Guide on commissioning external evaluations locally_2024 long version)

The evaluation aims to:

1. Assess the relevance of the project in responding to migration and social protection challenges in Laos.
2. Measure the effectiveness and achievement of project objectives and indicators.
3. Assess the efficiency of project implementation and resource utilization.
4. Evaluate the project’s impact on beneficiaries and partner organizations.
5. Assess sustainability and ownership among local stakeholders.
6. Identify lessons learned, good practices, and recommendations for future interventions.

 

5.      Scope of Evaluation

The evaluation shall cover the implementation period from 2024–2027 and include all major project components:

Project Objective 1

Promote fair and safe access to employment and public welfare services through:

• Labour rights awareness
• Anti-human trafficking education
• HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention
• Livelihood assistance for vulnerable individuals

Project Objective 2

Strengthen partnerships and collaboration among:

• Church organizations
• Government agencies
• NGOs
• Community leaders
• Networks supporting migrants and vulnerable populations

 

6.      Key Evaluation Questions

Relevance

• To what extent did the project respond to the needs of migrants and vulnerable communities in Laos?
• Were project strategies appropriate to the migration and trafficking context?

Effectiveness

• To what extent were project targets achieved?
• How effective were the training and awareness programs?

Efficiency

• Were financial and human resources used efficiently?
• Was project implementation conducted according to the work plan?

Impact

• What changes occurred among beneficiaries regarding:
  • Safe migration knowledge
  • Human trafficking awareness
  • HIV/AIDS prevention
  • Access to services
  • Community participation

Sustainability

• Are project outcomes likely to continue after donor funding ends?
• Have local Church and community structures strengthened ownership?

Partnership and Coordination

• How effective was cooperation among Church organizations, government agencies, NGOs, and local communities?

 

7.      Evaluation Methodology

The evaluator is expected to propose a mixed-method approach including:

• Desk review of project documents
• Key Informant Interviews (KIIs)
• Focus Group Discussions (FGDs)
• Field visits
• Beneficiary interviews
• Stakeholder consultations
• Validation meeting with NCCM and partners

The methodology should apply OECD-DAC Evaluation Criteria:

• Relevance
• Effectiveness
• Efficiency
• Impact
• Sustainability
• Coherence

8.      Deliverables

The selected evaluator will submit:

1. Inception Report
2. Evaluation Framework and Tools
3. Fieldwork Debriefing Presentation
4. Draft Evaluation Report
5. Final Evaluation Report
6. Executive Summary (3–5 pages)

9.      Qualifications of the Evaluator

Applicants should possess:

• Advanced degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Migration Studies, Public Health, Human Rights, or related fields.
• Minimum 5 years of experience conducting external evaluations for NGOs, INGOs, Church-based organizations, or donor-funded projects.
• Experience in migration, anti-human trafficking, public health, child safeguarding, or community development.
• Strong understanding of OECD-DAC evaluation criteria.
• Excellent analytical and report-writing skills.
• Fluency in English.
• Knowledge of Laos and Southeast Asian migration issues is an advantage.

 

10.  Timeframe (22 working days for consultants)

Activity	Tentative Date
Announcement of Call	May 1, 2026
Application Deadline	June 25, 2026
Selection of Evaluator	June 30, 2026
Desk Review	July 01-15, 2026
Field Visits	July 16-31, 2026
Draft Report Submission	August 15, 2026
Final Report Submission	August 31, 2026

 

11.  Application Requirements

Interested consultants are requested to submit:

1. Quotation (Attached file)
2. Curriculum Vitae (at present)
3. Financial Proposal (for 22 working days for consultant’s fee)
4. Two sample evaluation reports (if possible)

 

12.  Evaluation Selection Criteria

Criteria	Weight
Relevant Evaluation Experience	40%
Technical Approach and Methodology	30%
Knowledge of Migration and Development Issues	20%
Financial Proposal	10%

 

13.  Submission

Applications should be submitted electronically to: Mr. Pipat Traichan National Catholic Commission on Migration (NCCM)

Email: pipattraichan@hotmail.com and admin.nccm@caritasthailand.net

Subject Line: Application for External Evaluator – NCCM Laos Project 2024–2027

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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May 1, 2026 / Bangkok