UNESCO Seeks Consultancy Firm for Final Project Evaluation | Apply by 8 May 2026
The UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization is seeking a qualified consulting firm to undertake the final evaluation of its international project titled “Developing In-House Consulting Capacities in Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, France, Greece and Latvia.” This consultancy offers a valuable opportunity for organizations with strong expertise in monitoring and evaluation (M&E), governance, and institutional capacity development.
This project is part of UNESCO’s Social and Human Sciences Sector, which works to strengthen governance systems and improve public sector effectiveness globally. By building in-house consulting capacities, the initiative aims to help governments reduce reliance on external consultants while enhancing their ability to design, implement, and evaluate reforms internally.
Project Background and Objectives
The project has been implemented across six European countries: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, France, Greece, and Latvia. Through technical assistance and targeted support, UNESCO has worked with national administrations to establish and strengthen internal advisory units.
These in-house consulting units play a key role in improving policy development, institutional performance, and decision-making processes. By embedding expertise within public institutions, governments can ensure more sustainable and cost-effective reform processes.
The final evaluation aims to assess how effectively the project has achieved its objectives and to measure its overall impact on participating countries.
Scope of Work
The selected consultancy firm will conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the project. Responsibilities will include:
- Assessing the project’s relevance, effectiveness, efficiency, and impact
- Evaluating progress in strengthening in-house consulting capacities
- Reviewing implementation processes and identifying key successes and challenges
- Analyzing the use of financial and technical resources
- Delivering evidence-based recommendations to inform future initiatives
The evaluation will require both qualitative and quantitative approaches, including document reviews, stakeholder consultations, and cross-country analysis.
Importance of the Evaluation
This evaluation is critical for ensuring accountability and learning. It will verify whether resources have been used effectively and whether the project has delivered on its intended results. At the same time, it will generate insights that will guide UNESCO’s future work in governance and institutional reform.
By identifying best practices and lessons learned, the evaluation will help improve the design of similar projects and support Member States in strengthening their internal consulting capabilities.
Required Expertise and Qualifications
UNESCO is looking for consulting firms with strong experience in similar assignments. Key qualifications include:
- At least 10 years of experience in monitoring and evaluation
- Expertise in public administration, governance, or institutional capacity building
- Experience conducting multi-country or international evaluations
- Strong analytical and report-writing skills
- Familiarity with European governance systems is an advantage
Experience working with international organizations or UN agencies will be considered a strong asset.
Application Process
Interested firms must follow UNESCO’s official procurement procedures. All relevant details, including technical requirements and submission instructions, are available through the United Nations Global Marketplace (UNGM).
To access the procurement notice, visit:
https://www.ungm.org/Public/Notice/297964
To begin the application process and request solicitation documents, visit the UNGM portal:
c.hathaway@unesco.org.
Applicants must request the full set of solicitation documents as outlined in the procurement notice before submitting their proposals.
- Application Deadline: 8 May 2026
- Type: Consultancy (Monitoring and Evaluation)
- Organization: UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
Late applications will not be considered, so early preparation is strongly advised.
Why This Opportunity Matters
This consultancy provides a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-impact international initiative focused on strengthening public sector capabilities. The selected firm will play a central role in evaluating a multi-country project and shaping future strategies for institutional development.
For organizations with expertise in evaluation and governance, this assignment offers the chance to collaborate with UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization and make a meaningful contribution to global development efforts.
Final Note
The final evaluation of this UNESCO project is a critical step in understanding how governments can build sustainable internal consulting capacities. By delivering high-quality analysis and actionable recommendations, the selected consultancy will help ensure that the project’s impact extends beyond its initial scope and informs future initiatives worldwide.
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