Scope of Work

The Learning Agenda Expert will:

• Undertake a needs assessment to assess partners’ capacity gaps in development and implementation of learning agendas.
  • Conduct desk reviews of existing learning agendas to identify gaps and opportunities.
  • Design and execute structured consultative meetings with partners to gain insights on the challenges faced in designing theories of change and learning agendas.
  • Based on the findings of the meetings and reviews, develop an approach to engage each partner in the development and finalization of their learning agendas.
  • Develop learning agenda templates in line with USAID guidelines.
• Develop, plan, and execute a capacity building workshop on the development of learning agendas to empower local partners with the knowledge to develop comprehensive learning agendas.
  • Clearly outline the workshop’s specific objectives, such as understanding the concept of learning agendas, developing skills in designing and implementing them, and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
  • Determine the target audience for the workshop, considering their roles, responsibilities, and current knowledge levels related to learning agendas.
  • Create a detailed agenda and facilitation plans ensuring hands-on learning approaches.
  • Develop presentation slides, handouts, case studies, and any other materials needed for the sessions. Ensure that materials are accessible and engaging.
• Work with each IP individually to develop and/or refine their Learning Agenda.
  • Development and prioritization of learning questions within thematic areas.
  • Development of plans with learning activities, outputs, and knowledge/ learning dissemination plans.
  • Articulate and document how and at what frequency partners will update their learning agendas.
• Develop, plan, and execute a learning and sharing event for the local implementing partners to share their Learning Agendas.
  • Draft agenda and develop a facilitation plan for the learning sessions.
  • Facilitate the learning sessions.
  • Provide pre-workshop support to get participants ready for the learning event required (e.g. preparation of presentations).
• Facilitate an After-Action Review Meeting and document learnings.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience 

• Master’s degree in social sciences, such as international relations, political science, or related subject, with technical training in MEL.
• A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in MEL roles.
• Strong qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis skills, including knowledge of data management, analysis, and visualization software.
• Excellent verbal communication and writing skills.
• Proven experience in development and implementation of learning agendas within the context of Democracy, Governance, Peace and Security is an added advantage.
• Proven experience in conducting comprehensive needs assessments to identify capacity gaps in development and implementation of learning agendas.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and execute capacity-building workshops, including outlining objectives, identifying target audiences, creating engaging materials, and facilitating interactive sessions.