Consultant for Institutional Capacity Strengthening (Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) & Organizational Systems)

TERMS OF REFERENCE Consultant for Institutional Capacity Strengthening (Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) & Organizational Systems) Project Title : Promoting Local Response Capacity (PLRCAP)

• Nigeria Engagement Type Individual Consultancy Contracting Organization Concern on Climate Change for the Community Initiative (FOURCi) Funding Partner NORCAP Geographic Coverage Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe (BAY States), Nigeria Assignment Duration: 11 March 2026
• 22 April 2026 Level of Effort Approximately 20–25 working days within the assignment period

1. Background and Context NORCAP, part of the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC), is a global provider of expertise to humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding sectors, with a strong focus on strengthening local and national capacities. Under the Promoting Local Response Capacity (PLRCAP) project in Nigeria, NORCAP provides Flexible Mini Grants (FMGs) to local organizations to enhance institutional capacity and improve program delivery. Concern on Climate Change for the Community Initiative (FOURCi), a Nigerian non-governmental organization operating in the BAY states, has received an FMG to strengthen its internal systems, including MERL frameworks, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and operational tools. To support the effective implementation of these activities, FOURCi seeks to recruit a qualified consultant to provide technical expertise in institutional capacity strengthening.
2. Activity Overview This consultancy is part of the Flexible Mini Grant (FMG) under the PLRCAP project, aimed at strengthening FOURCi’s institutional capacity. The assignment will focus on enhancing MERL systems, developing and operationalizing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and deg practical tools and templates to improve program delivery. The consultant will adopt a participatory and capacity-focused approach, combining technical system development with staff training, coaching, and mentoring to ensure sustainability and practical application across FOURCi’s operations in the BAY states . 3 Purpose of the Assignment The purpose of this consultancy is to strengthen FOURCi’s institutional systems through the development, revision, and operationalization of MERL frameworks, SOPs, and program management tools, while building staff capacity to ensure sustainability and compliance with international standards.
3. Objectives of the Assignment The consultant will: Review and strengthen FOURCi’s MERL system in line with international best practices. Develop or update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for key organizational functions. Design, test, and finalize tools/templates for program implementation and reporting. Build staff capacity through structured training, coaching, and mentoring. Ensure alignment with donor compliance requirements, safeguarding standards, and accountability frameworks.
4. Scope of Work The consultancy will cover: Institutional assessment of existing systems (MERL, SOPs