Terms of Reference for a Feasibility Study Full Time

Project Summary

Planned Project: Securing Rights and Improving Livelihoods of Women, Girls, men and boys with and without Disabilities Project ( SRIL)

Country/Region: Eastern(Kaberamaido District) / Northern Uganda (Amolatar District)

Partner Organisation: National Union of Disabled Persons of Uganda – NUDIPU

Planned Project start date: August 2026

Study Purpose: The requested consultancy aims to assess the feasibility of a proposed project of CBM, National Union of Disabled Persons of Uganda – NUDIPU to systematically check the extent to which the project approach can plausibly achieve the planned changes under the existing framework conditions.

The study will assess the feasibility of the proposed SRIL project, examining its relevance, coherence, effectiveness, efficiency, potential impact, sustainability, and inclusiveness. The study should provide evidence-based recommendations for the final project design and submission to BMZ.

Commissioning organisation/contact person:

Christoffel-Blindenmission Christian Blind Mission e.V. – Uganda Country Office
Plot 4, Upper Kololo Terrace
P.O Box 5280, Kampala

Study duration: 30 days

1. Background of the feasibility study

National Union of Disabled Persons of Uganda (NUDIPU) and Christian Blind Mission (CBM) would like to propose a project to the German Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), which aims to “improve the socio and economic livelihoods of women, girls, boys and men with and without disabilities through entrepreneurship, access to financial services, skilling in marketable trades, social protection, leadership and realization of SRH rights”

The proposing organisations are:

NUDIPU National Union of Disabled Persons of Uganda (NUDIPU) is an umbrella organization that advocates for the inclusion of Persons with Disabilities and their concerns in the mainstream development processes. The organisation brings together all categories of disabilities, including the physical, sensory, intellectual, and mental impairments. NUDIPU has always worked to break the tradition that tended to treat Persons with Disabilities as objects of charity and not full participants in the development processes in Uganda.

CBM is a Christian international development organisation, committed to improving the quality of life of people with disabilities in the poorest communities of the world irrespective of race, gender, or religious belief. CBM’s approach to Disability-inclusive Development is the framework of all its initiatives and the key theme that drives activities and the impact of its work. It believes that this is the most effective way to bring positive change to the lives of people with disabilities living in poverty and their communities. Through our disability-inclusive development approach, we address the barriers that hinder access and participation and actively seek to ensure the full participation of people with disabilities as empowered self-advocates in all development and emergency response processes.

The feasibility study will assess whether the planned joint intervention aligns with these mandates.

Objectives of the Feasibility Study

1. Assess the context, needs, and opportunities related to economic empowerment, access to Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) services, and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) prevention mechanisms and social inclusion for persons with and without disabilities.
2. Analyze the roles, capacities, and partnerships of potential implementing partners.
3. Identify opportunities and risks across legal, institutional, cultural, and economic dimensions.
4. Evaluate the project concept against OECD DAC criteria and CBM’s inclusion standards.
5. Identify recommendations for improvement

2. Description of the project

The project will be implemented in two sub-counties in Kaberamaido and two sub-counties inAmolatar district. Persons with disabilities in Kaberamaido and Amolatar districts face systemic barriers that hinder them from fully participating in economic activities, Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) services and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) prevention mechanisms , and enjoying their rights to dignity and independence and social inclusion.

Key problemes in the areas include:

Discriminatory Attitudes and Stigma: Negative cultural beliefs and stereotypes about disability are widespread, leading to exclusion from community decision-making, employment, and education. Persons with disabilities, especially women and girls, face double discrimination based on both gender and disability.

Limited Economic Opportunities: Persons with disabilities often lack access to skills training, financial services, and credit, especially from formal institutions that consider them “high risk.” Economic empowerment programs rarely include disability-inclusive criteria or accommodations. Self-employment or informal labour remains the only option for many, with little institutional support or protection.

Inadequate Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) services and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) prevention mechanisms**:** Health facilities lack the capacity, trained personnel, and infrastructure to deliver inclusive and disability-sensitive care. The distance to facilities and high transport costs further reduce access.

Weak Institutional Frameworks and Implementation Gaps: Despite progressive national policies on disability, local governments lack the capacity and resources to implement or monitor them effectively. Disability issues are often under-prioritized in district planning and budgeting processes, with limited representation of Persons with disabilities in governance structures.

Inadequate Representation and Participation: Persons with disabilities are underrepresented in decision-making platforms, local government structures, and community leadership roles. Organisations of Persons with Disabilities in the districts often face capacity and resource challenges, thus weakening their advocacy role.

Target area

• Amolatar district (sub-counties to be confirmed)
• Kaberamaido district (sub-counties to be confirmed)
• The project targets to reach all together 3,750 (number to be revised) beneficiaries (60% female and 40% males) reached through 150 iSAVE groups which are the entry point. Out of the total number, 60% are persons with disabilities, 25% caretakers, and 15% community members. 375 youth and young adults with disabilities (16 – 45) shall be skilled in marketable vocational skills of their choices that are demand-led.

Target group: Male and Female

Amolata: Male and female without disabilities…………………….?

Male and female with disabilities…………………………?

Kaberamido: Male and female without disabilities………………?

Male and female with disabilities…………………….?

Target group: Boys and Girls

Amolatar: Boys and Girls without disabilities…………………..?

Boys and Girls with disabilities…………………………?

Kaberamaido: Boys and Girls without disabilities…………………..?

Boys and Girls with disabilities…………………………?

Overall and project objective, results, and possibly key activities

Overall objective: Women, men, girls, and boys with and without disabilities in Amolatar and Kaberamaido live in improved socio-economic and health conditions through increased access to inclusive economic activities, sexual and reproductive health, and protection services.

Project objective: Women, men, girls and boys with and without disabilities in the target communities of Amolatar and Kaberamaido districts actively use inclusive financial services, vocational skills, SRHR services and protection mechanisms, and participate in disability-inclusive community structures by 2030.

Sub-objective 1: The target group of 3,750 women and men with and without disabilities in Amolatar and Kaberamaido districts has access to inclusive financial services, vocational and entrepreneurial skills, and is integrated into strengthened iSAVE groups, inclusive training institutions and local market systems that enable sustainable income generation and asset building..

Main Activities:

• Conduct project inception meeting with different stakeholders at the district level to foster buy in
• Recruitment and induction of project staff.
• Conduct a baseline study (Collect baseline data from project participants)
• Conduct community awareness meetings to disseminate project information and mobilize beneficiaries at sub-county, parish, and village levels.
• Training of saving groups on the iSAVE saving model and methodologies and providing monitoring and support supervision.
• Mapping and profiling of financial service providers in the project area (formal & informal).
• Assess, train and support financial service providers on disability awareness and inclusion programming
• Conduct linkage meetings with finance service providers for an in-depth understanding of available services, products, and cultivate ground for long-term partnerships.
• Signing MOUs with selected financial service providers and enabling them to deliver services to project beneficiaries.
• Mapping of the potential service providers for vocational skilling (community-based training approach).
• Orientation of selected beneficiaries and their caregivers on the placement process and course completion.
• Training of the skills providers on disability awareness and inclusion principles and practices.
• placement of selected beneficiaries for vocational skills training, including signing of MOUs.
• Conduct job market assessments to identify suitable employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and engage industries with potential for inclusive practices.
• Dialogue with employers to promote inclusive hiring practices through sensitization workshops and advocacy for workplace accommodations.
• Show casing the skills in vocation, IGAs and entrepreneurship by women and men with disabilities through participation in trade shows and other ex-pos.
• Local value chain analysis and linkages of target beneficiaries and key stakeholders actors across potential inclusive market access opportunities identified.
• Job readiness trainings (internship, apprenticeship, business mentorship for self employment/group bsuiness activities – linked to social protection and other business development supports promoted and available, online soft skills, development and tracking of the career plans)
• job linkages through NUDIPU job portal and job networks.
• Promote creativity and innovation challenge for aspiring entrepreneurs with disabilities through ideation pitching and ward – business idea – plan development and post start-up supports.
• Provide entrepreneurship and business management skills trainings and business development services for target project beneficiaries )pre and post start-up.
• Support income-generating activities (IGAs) by conducting feasibility workshops, providing business startup packages, and linking participants to technical extension, business development services and financial institutions.
• Development of inclusive local value chain for the different enterprises managed by women and men with disabilities in the project area. This will involve local value chain mapping, analysis and selection engagement with key market actors / stakeholders.
• Organize financial literacy training sessions to enhance knowledge and skills on personal financial management, savings, investment, old age planning and asset management for persons with disabilities.
• Facilitate linkages to development programs and resources provided by government and other Civil Society Organisations (CSOs)/private sector actors in the project area
• Raise awareness among persons with disabilities and their caretakers on property rights and registration processes.
• Conduct follow-up support visits to fast-track progress in asset acquisition, set targets by beneficiaries
• Document best practices and lessons learned regarding asset acquisition and management by persons with disabilities
• Carry out advocacy campaigns and dialogue meetings involving local, opinion, and clan leaders in the community to champion the implementation of existing policies and programs that facilitate asset ownership for persons with disabilities.

Total Budget: 187,000 EUR

Objective 2: The target group of 3,750 (to be revised) women and men with and without disabilities in Amolatar and Kaberamaido districts has access to inclusive SRH services and is protected through strengthened health worker capacity, empowered community members, and functional local GBV response systems.

Main Activities:

• Training of the OPDs leadership, staff, and target beneficiaries on gender and disability inclusion
• Training of project target beneficiaries on inclusive SRHR and how to advocate and claim for their rights. This includes Distribution of IEC materials on the available SRH services
• Training of Sexual Reproductive Health (SRH) service providers and partners in the project area on advocacy for inclusive SRH service provision for Persons with disabilities including Village Health Teams (VHTs)
• Hold monthly Community Dialogue meetings on SRHR by Community Health Workers at subcounty level
• Documentation of best practices and significant change stories on SRHR and GBV prevention and response
• Provide support to sign language provision at subcounty level
• Conduct Mapping and profiling of SRH service providers in the project area to understand the available services and create synergy
• Signing memorandum of Understanding with SRH service providers, for clear segregation of roles
• Conduct Accessibility audits for SRH service providers and develop action plan to guide implementation of inclusive practices
• Conduct Follow-up meetings with the SRH service providers that underwent Accessibility Audit, to track progress in implementations of the commitments
• Conduct Integrated Community outreaches in the project area in collaboration with SRH service providers to increase access by persons with disabilities in far places
• Establish feedback service delivery feedback mechanisms including fast tracking disability data in HMIS, establishing disability focal person, health template capturing disability at Health centre for beneficiaries to give response regarding service delivery
• Conduct radio talk shows on SRH services and rights
• Mapping of male champions to act as role models in awareness creation especially targeting male counterparts
• Training of selected Male champions on disability and GBV prevention and response using Start Awareness Support Action (SASA)[1] methodology
• Training of GBV partners on disability inclusive GBV prevention and response
• Conduct Community sensitisation in project area on inclusive GBV prevention and response
• Conduct Quarterly network meetings of GBV partners
• Conduct follow up with service providers and partners on implementation of agreed actions
• Conduct Radio talk shows and spot messages on GBV prevention in the local radio stations
• Identification, registration and Referral of GBV cases
• Carry out GBV case Resolutions using Alternative dispute resolution approach.

Total Budget: 206,000 EUR

Objective 3: District-level Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs) in Amolatar and Kaberamaido have strengthened internal structures and advocacy capacity, and actively promote inclusive access to SRH, livelihood and protection services through coordinated engagement with local stakeholders. (the inclusive social protection aspects – component based on situation analysis and further discussion with NUDIPU team as to where and how the DISP components will be incorporated as the example of the business development – support grants for persons with disability when they establish group economic – business activities with 5 group members or more they can access the support grants – this will have implications for livelihoods – tvet and business support mechanisms to be included in the project – group business technical skills basic business + financial literacy – business plan – pre and post start up soft skills and mentoring supports and business grant – at group level).

Main Activities:

• Conduct joint stakeholder activities including planning, monitoring and evaluations and campaigns that promote access to SRH, GBV prevention and access to livelihood activities by the target project beneficiaries
• Establish an inclusive advocacy network that coordinates the stakeholders in SRH and livelihood and support quarterly meetings.
• Support functionality of district project offices and field teams with field gears (gumboots, field bags, T/shirts, umbrellas, raincoats, among others)
• Procurement of project equipment and assets (motorcycle, Riding gear, laptop, printer, power stabilizer, office desk, office chair, visitors’ chairs, filing cabinet, punching machine, stapling machine, wall clock, cutlery etc)
• Procurement of saving kits for the iSAVE savings groups
• Conduct quarterly headquarter and biannual joint stakeholder monitoring and support supervision to district OPDs and beneficiaries
• Conduct Joint annual planning and review meetings involving national and district project partners
• Conduct periodic project reflection meetings to fast-track progress in implementation of the project
• Carry out periodic Data collection, documentation and reporting using the different project data tools and templates
• Participate in International days celebrations (Women’s Day, 16 days of activism and IDPD) to advance advocacy and networks for GBV prevention

Total Budget: 108.500 EUR

3. Purpose of the feasibility study

The study aims to assess the feasibility of the proposed inclusive development project, which seeks to improve the socio-economic livelihoods of women, girls, boys, and men—with and without disabilities—through entrepreneurship, access to financial services, skilling in marketable trades, access to inclusive social protection support mechanisms, leadership, and realization of sexual and reproductive health (SRH) rights.

The project is currently in its development phase and CBM is seeking to recruit a consultant to conduct a feasibility study to assess the feasibility of the proposed SRIL project and systematically check the extent to which the project approach can plausibly achieve the planned changes under the existing framework conditions. The study should provide evidence-based recommendations for final project design and submission to BMZ.

It should provide CBM and its partner with sufficient information on the project opportunities and risks as well as concrete recommendations for improving the project concept. The study will be submitted to BMZ together with the project proposal.

As a first step, the study should provide an assessment on the following:

• Situation and problem analysis at the macro, meso, and micro level

• Assessment of the local partner organization: NUDIPU Kampala as main partner and NUDIPU Kaberamaido and NUDIPU Amolatar as implementing partners
• Analysis of target groups and key stakeholders at the macro, meso and micro level

All three of the above listed components include a systematic gender and disability inclusion analysis through specific questions and request for gender and disability disaggregated data which is a vital part of the feasibility study.

It is important to note that the study should be complementary to the following information already available to CBM and its partner: NUDIPU Needs Assessment Report (June 2025), iSave Programm Review Report.

Based on this, the study should assess as a second step:

• The feasibility of the project concept against the OECD/DAC criteria of relevance, coherence, efficiency, effectiveness, potential impact and sustainability.
• the inclusiveness of the project, i.e. the active participation of persons with disabilities and other disadvantaged groups such as women, girls, the Indigenous population, and their representative organisations in all aspects of the project.

This assessment will be made based on a first draft of the impact chain and indicators, description of activities, and a draft budget to be made available by CBM and the partner organization.

4. Questions of the feasibility study

4.1 Initial situation and problem analysis

Please provide specific Analysis for each district separately and do not aggregate the data of the two districts. Please also compare the distircts and highlight differences and highlight specific findings for each district.

Frameworks and laws:

• What legal and policy frameworks are in place to support disability inclusion, gender equality, SRH, and livelihoods? What is specific to Amolatar and Kaberamaido?
  • Inclusion of people with disabilities is key to the project, which laws and frameworks in regards inclusion of people with disability should be guiding the implementation? Are there any specific laws for Amolatar and Kaberamaido?
  • The project wants to strengthen gender equality, which laws and frameworks in regards to gender equality should be guiding the implementation? What is in place in Amolatar and Kaberamaido?
• In the context of the people of Amolatar and Kaberamaido districts, does the design of the project consider the relevant problems and situation of the target groups?
• What are the key barriers (economic, attitudinal, systemic) limiting livelihoods, SRH access, and inclusion for persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups in Amolatar and Kaberamaido?
• What are the dominant livelihood practices and economic activities in the targeted area(s)?
• What is the current access to SRH services, and what gaps exist, especially for women and girls with disabilities?
• What social protection programs are accessible in the districts, and are they inclusive of people with disabilities?
• What are the key problems/barriers related to systemic barriers that hinder persons with disabilities (Persons with disabilities) from fully participating in economic activities, accessing essential health services, and enjoying their fundamental rights to dignity and independence?
• What are the main economic activities and sources of income for persons with disabilities in the target communities
• Regarding the planned livelihood activities, are those feasible, looking at the current income situation of the vulnerable households? Which challenges do you see here?
• Do we see successful Inclusive – Community Managed Saving Groups approaches from other actors in the target region?
• Which challenges do we see with existing approaches to Inclusive – Community Managed Saving Groups?
• Which local value chains exist and can be recommended to promote more inclusive marekt access opportunties? (e.g. Cassava, Maize, Rice, sunflower, and high-value horticultural crops such as tomato, cabbage, green paper, and okra – and others with potential market opportunity)
• What is the relationship between the private sector / market actors, such as the financial institutions, suppliers, distributors, wholesalers buyers, and Artisans, technical, business development and transport providers in Amolatar and Kaberamaido?
• For the technical vocational skills, what are the most viable enterprises? For what specific sectors?
• What specialised health services are lacking for persons with disabilities in these communities?
• To enhance gender equality within the project, what are the main barriers that need to be addressed?

4.2 Local project implementing partner organization in the partner country

• What is the capacity and experience of the partner in managing similar projects?
• Which capacity-building needs does NUDIPU in Kampala, NUDIPU Amolatar and NUDIPU Kaberamaido have, in technical areas for project development as well as organisational capacities or methodological competencies to better implement the planned project? Please specifiy seperatey for all three organisations.
• Which capacity-building measures does NUDIPU in Kampala, NUDIPU Amolatar and NUDIPU Kaberamaido need to strengthen its capacities in relation to gender equality and inclusion approaches (e.g., training in human rights and women’s rights and in participation of people with disabilities)? Please specifiy seperatey for all three organisations.
• What is the institutional and technical capacity of NUDIPU in Kampala, NUDIPU Amolatar and NUDIPU Kaberamaido to deliver inclusive and gender-sensitive programs? Please specifiy seperatey for all three organisations.What are the existing relationships between NUDIPU in Kampala, NUDIPU Amolatar and NUDIPU Kaberamaido and local government, community-based organizations, private sector / market actors and organizations of persons with disabilities (OPDs)? Please specifiy seperatey for all three organisations.

4.3 Target groups and key stakeholders (at micro, meso, and macro level)

4.3.1. Composition of the Target Group Population (Micro Level)

Demographics

• What is the estimated total population of [sub-county name to be provided]?
• How is the population distributed by age group (children, youth, adults, elderly)?
• What is the gender distribution in the community?
• Which ethnic groups live in this sub-county?
• What are the main languages spoken here?

Diversity & Vulnerabilities

• Are there notable groups of persons with disabilities (PWDs)? What types of disabilities are most common?
• Are there minority groups (ethnic, religious, refugee, migrant) in the sub-county?
• Are there recent trends in migration, displacement, or urbanisation affecting population composition?

Primary and Secondary Beneficiaries

• Who would you identify as the primary beneficiaries of this project?
• Who are the secondary beneficiaries who will indirectly benefit?
• How do these groups differ in their needs and priorities?

Social Dynamics (Gender & Inclusion)

• How are gender roles defined in this community?
• What roles do women and girls typically have in decision-making at household and community level?
• How are men and boys engaged in community activities and decision-making?
• What is the situation of persons with disabilities in the community in terms of inclusion, participation, and discrimination?
• Are there any cultural or social barriers affecting specific groups’ participation in public life?

Opportunities for Inclusive Participation

• What existing leadership and governance structures are in place in this community?
• Do women, youth, and persons with disabilities hold leadership positions? If yes, which ones?
• What opportunities exist for inclusive participation in local governance, committees, or development initiatives?
• What barriers prevent full participation of marginalised groups in leadership?

Groups for Project Planning and Implementation

• Which community groups or representatives should be involved in project planning to ensure relevance and ownership?
• Who should be engaged during project implementation for effective delivery and accountability?
• Are there existing community structures, committees, or associations that could support the project?

Key Stakeholders (Meso and Macro Level)

• Which government departments at sub-county or district level are relevant for this project?
• Are there OPDs (Organizations of Persons with Disabilities) other than NUDIPU active in the area? If yes, which ones?
• What women’s organisations exist here, and what is their role?
• Who are the private sector actors or local market players relevant to the target group’s livelihoods and economic participation?
• Which TVET institutions or skills training centres operate in this area?
• At regional or district level, which stakeholders influence decisions affecting this community?
• Are there areas of convergence or synergy between these stakeholders and the planned project activities?
• Are there any conflicts of interest or tensions between stakeholders that might affect project implementation? If yes, what are they?

Partnerships and Coordination

• What partnerships currently exist between INGOs, local NGOs, government institutions, OPDs, and the private sector in this area?
• How do these partnerships support or fail to support addressing the needs of the target group?
• What gaps or duplication exist in current interventions for the target population?

4.5 Assessment according to DAC Criteria

Relevance

• How well do the planned project objectives and activities address the actual needs and priorities of women, men, girls, and boys with and without disabilities in Amolatar and Kaberamaido?
• What are the most pressing challenges faced by persons with disabilities in relation to livelihoods, SRH access, GBV prevention and protection services?
• How suitable are the proposed approaches (e.g. iSAVE, vocational skills training, SRHR outreach) for the socio-economic, cultural, and environmental context of the target communities?
• Are there any aspects of the project design that do not match local realities or priorities?
• How does the project align with Uganda’s national development plans, disability inclusion policies, SRH strategies, and district development priorities?
• Does it complement or duplicate existing programmes in the target areas?
• What do local authorities, OPDs, community leaders, and service providers see as the most relevant components of the project?
• Are there additional interventions they consider important to increase relevance and effectiveness?
• How relevant are the proposed activities for addressing gender inequalities and barriers faced by persons with disabilities?
• What specific adaptations are needed to ensure the project is inclusive of diverse disability types, ages, and genders?
• How well does the project design consider emerging issues such as climate change impacts, economic shocks, or public health challenges in the districts?

Coherence

How does the planned project complement other existing programmes and interventions in the target districts (by government, NGOs, OPDs, private sector)?
• Are there any overlaps or duplications with other ongoing or planned initiatives?
• How well is the project aligned with national and district policies, strategies, and frameworks related to disability inclusion, livelihoods, SRHR, and GBV prevention?
• How does the project align with international commitments and standards, such as the CRPD, SDGs, and national disability policies?
• What synergies exist with other projects or actors that could be leveraged to strengthen outcomes?
• Are there any potential conflicts, contradictions, or tensions with other programmes or stakeholder priorities in the area?
• How is coordination with relevant stakeholders (government departments, OPDs, NGOs, private sector actors) planned and facilitated to enhance coherence?
• What mechanisms are in place to ensure effective collaboration and information sharing with other actors working in similar sectors?

Effectiveness

• To what extent are the planned objectives and results realistically achievable within the project timeframe and budget?
• Are the planned activities sufficient to achieve the intended outputs and outcomes?
• What assumptions underlie the project design, and how valid are they in the current context?
• What factors could support or hinder the achievement of project objectives?
• How well does the project design incorporate lessons learned from similar interventions in the region or sector?
• How will the project ensure participation and ownership by the target groups to enhance effectiveness?
• Are the indicators and monitoring systems adequate to measure progress towards objectives and results?
• What additional measures could improve the effectiveness of the project interventions?

Efficiency –

• To what extent is the proposed project design cost-effective in achieving its objectives?
• Are the planned resources (human, financial, material) adequate and efficiently allocated to deliver the intended results? (List to be provided before the study)
• Could similar results be achieved with fewer resources or alternative approaches?
• Are there opportunities to reduce costs or maximise outputs through partnerships, shared resources, or integration with existing programmes?
• How efficient are the planned implementation arrangements (management structures, coordination mechanisms, staffing)?
• Are there any potential bottlenecks or inefficiencies in procurement, staffing, or logistics that might delay implementation?
• How will the project ensure timely delivery of activities and results within the planned timeframe and budget?
• What monitoring mechanisms are in place to track and manage costs, resources, and timelines efficiently?

Impact

• To what extent is the project likely to contribute to broader socio-economic and health improvements for women, men, girls, and boys with and without disabilities in Amolatar and Kaberamaido?
• How will the project’s combined focus on livelihoods, SRHR, and protection services address the root causes of exclusion and poverty for persons with disabilities?
• Does the project have potential to bring about systemic changes in community attitudes, norms, or structures, particularly related to gender equality and disability inclusion?
• How might training of employers, financial providers, SRH service providers, and community leaders influence these norms beyond direct beneficiaries?
• How will the livelihood interventions (iSAVE groups, vocational skills, entrepreneurship) lead to sustained economic independence for target groups, particularly persons with disabilities?
• In what ways will improved access to SRH services contribute to the overall well-being and autonomy of women, girls, men, and boys with disabilities?
• What innovative approaches will the project employ (e.g. disability-inclusive value chain development, SASA! male champions model, digital job portals)?
• How are these approaches new or adapted to the local context to maximise impact?
• What changes are expected beyond the immediate project beneficiaries, such as policy shifts, service delivery improvements, or strengthened community systems?

Sustainability

• In your opinion, which project results or benefits will continue after the end of the project? Why?
• What challenges might prevent continuation without external funding?

Structural Sustainability

• How are project activities being integrated into existing community structures or governance systems?
• Are there plans to hand over responsibilities to local government, community committees, or organisations?
• What policies or regulations (at community, sub-county, or district level) support or hinder the sustainability of project results?
• What can be done to strengthen institutional frameworks for sustainability?

Ecological / Environmental Sustainability

• How does the project address environmental protection or conservation of natural resources in its activities?
• What are the potential environmental risks linked to project activities, and how can these be minimised?
• How is climate change resilience being built into project interventions?
• Are there ways the project could better promote environmental sustainability and adaptation to climate variability in this community?

Economic Sustainability

• How are project activities contributing to long-term economic benefits for individuals or the community?
• Will people be able to maintain livelihoods or income-generating activities after the project ends? Why or why not?
• What mechanisms exist to ensure financial sustainability (e.g. savings groups, market linkages, business plans)?

Social Sustainability

• How is the project building community ownership and responsibility for continuing the activities?
• Are all groups (men, women, youth, persons with disabilities) able to participate equally in sustaining the project outcomes?
• What community support systems or networks are being strengthened by the project?
• How do social norms or attitudes in the community affect the sustainability of project results?

Long-term Capacities Built

• What new skills, knowledge, or capacities have community members gained that will help them continue activities on their own?
• Are there any gaps in capacity that might threaten sustainability?
• What further training or support would be needed to strengthen long-term impact?

Safeguarding

• What safeguarding policies and practices currently exist within the partner organisations (e.g. NUDIPU, OPDs, service providers)?
• Are all staff, volunteers, and stakeholders trained on safeguarding principles and reporting mechanisms?
• What reporting and response mechanisms are in place for safeguarding concerns, and are they accessible to all (including persons with disabilities)?
• How does the community understand safeguarding, protection from abuse, and rights-based approaches?
• Have safeguarding risks been assessed for planned activities, and mitigation measures included in design?
• What gaps exist in current safeguarding systems, and what additional measures are needed to strengthen safeguarding for this project?
• How can safeguarding be effectively integrated as a cross-cutting issue in all components?

4.4 Recommendations

Based on the main findings and the assessment according to the DAC criteria, the consultant should provide practical, implementable recommendations within the thematic and financial scope of the project. In particular, the recommendations should address:

• Components, measures, or approaches that may be missing, redundant, or not well-fitting within the current project concept.
• Any components or measures where potential negative effects or unintended consequences have been identified, including strategies for mitigation or adaptation.
• The impact matrix of the project, including:
  – Suggestions to strengthen the project’s effect chain, ensuring clear causal links from activities to outputs, outcomes, and impact.
  – Recommendations on indicators that effectively demonstrate progress towards achieving project objectives and outcomes.
• Recommendations should also prioritise feasibility within budget and timeline constraints.

5. Scope of the feasibility study

5.1 Stakeholders

The consultant will work closely with all partners, including the CBM and (partner organisations) and (relevant local government/non-government agencies). He/She will report to the CBM team (and …Director…). The consultant will execute his/her mission in complete independence and will receive only general instructions by CBM, justified by the necessities of the independent collaboration between the parties and the orderly execution of the confined tasks.

5.2 Geographical Scope

The study shall analyse the situation in 2 sub-counties in Amolatar and 2 sub-counties Kaberamaido districts.

5.3 Documents to be reviewed

CBM Documents

• Partner Assessment
• Project Idea ToolNUDIPU iSave evaluation ReportSituation Analysis Report and supporting documentation

5.4 Methodology

Independent of the methods to be used, there are mandatory mechanisms that must be adhered to during the entire process:

• Participatory and inclusive
• Safeguarding of children and adults at risk
• Data Disaggregation (gender/age/disability)
• Data Security and privacy (informed consent)
• Application of Washington Group Short Set of Questions
• Focus group discussions (FGDs) with:

1. Persons with disabilities
2. Women’s groups
3. Youth
4. Health providers
5. Local leaders
6. Private sector / market actors

The evaluator is expected to cooperate with National Union of Persons with Disabilities of Uganda (NUDIPU); CBM will establish the contact, please budget for persons with disabilities to be co-investigators.

The evaluator is expected to use a variety of methods to collect and analyze data. Participatory methods should be used to collect qualitative and quantitative data. The consultant shall indicate the methodology he/she intends to use in his/her offer.

6. Deliverables and schedule

6.1 Deliverables

• Inception report including proposed data collection tools linked to each feasibility question and feasibility study question matrix (matching feasibility study questions with data collection tools);
• Final report (max. 30 pages without annexes) according to CBM’s report template and in an accessible format;
• Any data sets collected/analysed and other documents related to the feasibility study;
• A summary Power Point Presentation highlighting main findings and recommendations;
• Presentation of findings and recommendations in a validation workshop.

6.2 Time Frame and schedule

The study is expected to start on July 23rd 2025, taking 30 days. An itemized action plan should be submitted with the expression of interest.

Availability of the consultant for the proposed timeframe is crucial.

Activity Description

Briefing of consultant (1 day)

Review of relevant documents (3 days)

Tools development (3 days)

Inception Report (1 day)

Data collection (12 days)

Data analysis and preparation of draft report (5 days)

Validation meeting incl. ppt presentation 2 days)

Finalisation of feasibility study and final report (3 days)

7. Application and selection procedure

7.1 Skills and Experience of Study Team

The consultant should have the following attributes among others;

• Academic Degree in economics, social science or related field
• Proven record of carrying out similar studies in Uganda context
• Track record in designing and conducting quantitative and qualitative studies; feasibility studies
• Familiarity with SRH, livelihoods – economic empowerment, SGBV and financial inclusion programming
• Knowledge of international regulations and national statutes for persons with disabilities
• Expertise in disability-inclusive and gender-sensitive programming
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including ability to facilitate and work in a multidisciplinary team
• Strong analytical skills and ability to clearly synthesise and present findings
• Ability to draw practical conclusions and to prepare well‐written reports in a timely manner and available during the proposed period
• Ability to speak the following languages: English, Swahili, Ateso, Langi.
• Safeguarding Policy: As a condition of entering into a consultancy agreement the evaluators must sign the CBM’s or the partner organisation’s Safeguarding Policy and abide by the terms and conditions thereof.

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