REGIONAL CONSULTANCY TO PREPARE PROJECT COMPLETION REPORT TERMS OF REFERENCE I. BACKGROUND

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1 REGIONAL COMPETE CARIBBEAN PROGRAM (RG-X1044) SUPPORT TO CLUSTERING INITIATIVES (SCI) ENTERPRISE INNOVATION CHALLENGE FUND CONSULTANCY TO PREPARE PROJECT COMPLETION REPORT GY-CC3002 CATCH AND RELEASE SPORT FISHING IN THE NORTH RUPUNUNI TERMS OF REFERENCE I. BACKGROUND The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), the UK s Department for International Development (DFID), the Government of Canada and the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB), have established a co-financing program called Compete Caribbean (RG-X1044). The goal of this Program is to contribute to the increase in the standard of living and quality of life, and the enhancement of the competitiveness of the 15 independent CARIFORUM countries. Specifically, the Program will increase: (i) donor harmonization and coherence, equity and sustainability of national and regional private sector strategies; (ii) the efficiency and effectiveness of Caribbean governments to promote a competitive, growth-oriented business and investment climate; and (iii) innovation, productivity, value added production, sales and sustainability in key Caribbean clusters and value chains, and product sophistication, productivity and exports of individual firms. Under Sub-Component 3.1 of Compete Caribbean is to: (a) enhance the development of the productive sector, by supporting clusters and value chains to compete in regional and global markets; and (b) increase the generation of employment and income by strengthening Caribbean businesses with resources to finance innovative ventures, develop new products, implement new business models, and enter new markets. One such cluster being supported under Compete Caribbean is the North Rupununi Cluster for Catch and Release Fishing in Guyana. Located in the Amerindian communities of Apoteri, Crash Water and Rewa cluster together in a roughly 160-kilometer stretch along the Rupununi and Rewa rivers leading the headwaters of the Essequibo River. This area has spearheaded the preservation of arapaima and is the logical location of the initial catch and release sport fishing

2 project. The Cluster is currently formed by a core of 3 lodges (Karanambu, Surama, and Rewa) and 12 Amerindian Communities located in the North Rupununi. Operating in a remote, yet ecologically diverse area of Guyana, the lodges collaborate to offer a single Rupununi experience for eco-travelers, underpinned by the complementary specialty services offered by each lodge. At the core of the cluster are the lodges and the Amerindian communities in which they operate. The project was incepted to support the development of Catch and Release Sport Fishing to increase the value proposition of the cluster with an emphasis on the competitiveness of the SMEs and improved quality of life for the communities that are a party to the cluster. II. CONSULTANCY OBJECTIVE The project is scheduled to close in the second quarter of 2016 and an important prerequisite for closing is the completion of a Project Completion Report. The objective of this consultancy is to prepare the Project Completion Report in accordance with the template provided by Compete Caribbean and building upon the last project status report dated August The consultant will examine and assess the performance of the project, by determining the project s relevance, effectiveness, efficiency and sustainability in accordance with the criteria established at the start of the project and identify areas for improvement and lessons learned. III. MAIN ACTIVITIES The consultant will be tasked with assessing the following: Achievement of projected performance indicators and targets (effectiveness): To what extent were the target outputs and outcomes realized? To what extent did the project s design, approach, and methodology compare with global best practices To what extent has the capacity of the cluster been built as a result of project activities? To what extent was there adequate knowledge transfer between the Consultants and the Eco lodges? Results in terms of outputs achieved vis-à-vis projected targets (efficiency): Identify any internal and external factors that have positively or negatively influenced the ability of the PCU and the stakeholders to meet projected targets or project outcomes of the project in a timely and cost effective manner.

3 Assess the extent to which project expenditures are in line with approved budgetary plans. Assess the extent to which any changes/modifications to the revised budget were justified. Determine the extent to which the anticipated Counterpart Contributions from the Rupununi cluster were provided and utilized as planned. Lessons learned Identify any lessons learned and any potential areas for improvement that can be applied to other cluster initiatives, including those related to capacity building. Identify any lessons learned with respect to donor harmonization (within or between donors) and collaboration. Sustainability Assess the extent to which the cluster is sustainability. What are the factors enabling or constraining the continued functioning of the cluster after the project ends? IV. REPORTS/OUTPUTS a) Work plan: Within 3 working days following the inception meeting, the Consultant will prepare a draft work plan to conduct the end of project evaluation. The work plan will include (i) an elaboration of the evaluation methodology, data collection and analysis approaches, (ii) a preliminary list of persons to be consulted, (IV) timelines for site visits and interviews and all other evaluation activities, and (IV) deadlines for submission of draft and final reports. The work plan should be presented to the PCU for review and approval. b) Draft Project Completion Report: Within 2 weeks after the approval of the work plan, the Consultant will present the draft report. c) Final Project Completion Report Within 3 weeks after review and feedback from Compete Caribbean, the Consultant will present the final evaluation report. All reports are to be submitted in MSWord and in English, and presented in a format approved by the IDB. V. SCHEDULE OF PAYMENT The Consultant will be paid in three lump sum payments as follows:

4 (i) (ii) (iii) 30% on delivery of the work plan; 30% on submission and approval of the draft report; and 40% on submission and approval of final report. VI. COORDINATION The technical and administrative responsibilities for this consultancy will be coordinated by Sylvia Dohnert, Private Sector Development Lead Specialist (IFD/CTI), Executive Director of Compete Caribbean. VII. CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CONSULTANCY Consultancy Category & Modality: Individual consultant Contract Duration: 14 non-consecutive working days; Between May June 1, 2016 Place of Work: Guyana, local travel to Rupununi is required (1 trip) Qualification: Post-graduate degree(s) or higher in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Public Administration, Public Policy, Statistics, Law, International Development or other relevant field. At least 5 years of experience in evaluating technical assistance or projects (preferably in Private Sector Development) financed by international financing institutions or bilateral agencies. In-depth knowledge of private sector development and preferably business climate reforms and/or access finance issues. Prior knowledge and experience with public private partnerships would be highly desirable. A good understanding of the Caribbean region. Previous evaluation assignments in the Caribbean would be desirable. Professional experience or training in M&E processes of international development agencies, such as the logical framework, monitoring and evaluation frameworks and other performance monitoring tools. The ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively. Excellent written and oral communication skills are required, including the ability to synthesize key issues and draw lessons learned. Fluency in is English required. Language: Fluency in written and spoken English is required. Payment and Conditions of Employment: If the work will be carried out at Bank headquarters in Washington D.C. Remuneration will be determined in accordance with Bank regulations and

5 criteria. The Bank will additionally contribute toward travel and moving expenses, if applicable. If a candidate is not a citizen or resident of the United States, the Bank will apply for a G-IV visa from the consulate of the United States in the candidate's country of origin. If a candidate cannot obtain a visa to work at the IDB the contractual offer will be rescinded. Consanguinity: Individuals with relatives working for the IDB within, and including the fourth degree of consanguinity and the second degree of affinity are not eligible for employment as staff, consultants, or contractors through firms or agencies. Candidates must be citizens of a member country of the Inter-American Development Bank.