Deadline: 15 February 2017
UNESCO is seeking proposals for its International Fund for Cultural Diversity’s (IFCD) in order to support the implementation of the 2005 Convention and the emergence of dynamic cultural sectors in developing countries, through strengthening the means to create, produce, distribute and have access to diverse cultural goods and services.
The purpose of the overall evaluation is to generate findings and recommendations regarding the relevance and the effectiveness of the IFCD in the context of the 2005 Convention. The evaluation recommendations are expected to inform the future management and governance of the Fund, and the Secretariat’s efforts to monitor and support the implementation of the projects funded by it.
The IFCD became operational in 2010. Since then, 90 projects in 51 developing and least developed countries have been funded up to US$ 100,000 per project.
Eligibility Criteria
The evaluation will be carried out by an external team of evaluators with the following qualifications:
- Minimum 10 years’ experience in the field of monitoring and evaluation;
- Proven experience in monitoring and evaluation of projects in the field of culture;
- Advanced university degree in specialized fields of culture, social science, law, public policy, international relations or related fields.
- Understanding and knowledge of UNESCO’s normative instruments in the field of culture and especially of the 2005 Convention would be an asset;
- Understanding and knowledge of the UN mandates in relation to Human Rights and Gender Equality issues;
- Excellent analytical and demonstrated drafting skills in English and working knowledge of French.
- Fluency in Spanish would be an asset
How to Apply
Interested firms/entities can submit their proposals via email at the address given on the website.
For more information, please visit International Fund for Cultural Diversity.