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    Outline for Response to ToR: Feasibility Study –

    PLAN

    1. Introduction
    1.1. Background and Context
    Overview of the project: Youth in Climate Change: Building Resilience to Climate-Induced Shocks and
    Stressors in Manicaland Province, Zimbabwe.

    Contextual challenges:

    Impact of El Niño-induced drought and climate change on food security, livelihoods, and SRHR in the
    province.

    High prevalence of harmful coping mechanisms (e.g., transactional sex, child marriage) due to economic
    and environmental stressors.

    1.2. Understanding of the ToR and Objectives


    Acknowledgment of the objectives of the feasibility study as outlined in the ToR:

    To identify gaps in the project design and assess its feasibility in achieving sustainable SRHR, Youth
    Economic Empowerment (YEE), and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) outcomes.

    To evaluate the project’s alignment with community needs, resources, and its capacity to address
    challenges exacerbated by climate change and El Niño-induced shocks.

    To determine the viability of the project’s intervention logic and proposed goals within the planned
    resources.

    Core questions to address, as highlighted in the ToR:

    What are the root causes and barriers to SRHR, YEE, and DRR challenges?

    What risks might affect the project, and how can they be mitigated?

    What is the feasibility of achieving the proposed goals using the planned resources, indicators, and
    assumptions?

    1.3. Purpose of the Feasibility Study


    Assessment of the project’s design, stakeholder engagement, and sustainability measures.

    Importance of strengthening intervention logic to ensure the project’s success and impact.

    1.4. Importance of the Study


    Relevance of integrating SRHR, YEE, and DRR challenges into youth-focused climate resilience
    programming.

    Need for evidence-based recommendations to refine the project’s design and ensure long-term
    sustainability.

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    2. Methodology
    2.1. Literature Review
    Analysis of existing literature, policies, and project documents to:

    Understand the root causes and drivers of SRHR, YEE, and DRR challenges in the target districts.

    Identify existing initiatives, gaps, and opportunities for synergy.

    2.2. Primary Data Collection


    Mixed-methods approach:

     Quantitative Data: Surveys targeting youth, caregivers, and service providers (disaggregated by
    age, gender, and disability).
     Qualitative Data: Focus group discussions (FGDs), key informant interviews (KIIs), and
    participatory rural appraisal (PRA) techniques.
     Triangulation of findings to ensure validity and reliability.

    2.3. Sampling Strategy


    Ensure representation by:

     Demographic factors: Gender, age , and disability.


     Geographic distribution: Mutare and Mutasa districts, covering all identified wards.

    2.4. Data Analysis


     Quantitative data: Statistical analysis to identify trends and patterns.
     Qualitative data: Thematic analysis to capture stakeholder perspectives and contextual nuances.
     Disaggregation of data by sex, age, and disability for inclusion and relevance.

    2.5. Ethical Considerations


     Adherence to Plan International’s ethical guidelines and safeguarding policies:
     Informed consent and assent for participants (including children and caregivers).
     Ensuring privacy, confidentiality, and non-discriminatory participation.
     Risk management strategies for vulnerable groups.

    3. Scope of the Feasibility Study


    3.1. Situational Analysis
    Key issues to address:

     Political, economic, social, environmental, and legal factors affecting SRHR, YEE, and DRR in the
    region.
     Root causes and drivers of identified challenges, including harmful norms and systemic barriers.
     Vulnerabilities and coping mechanisms among different groups (e.g., adolescent girls, persons
    with disabilities).

    3.2. Stakeholder Analysis


    Key issues to address:

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     Identification of relevant stakeholders (e.g., community leaders, CSOs, government actors).
     Stakeholder roles, motivations, and levels of influence on project success.
     Opportunities for collaboration and potential risks of conflict.

    3.3. Partner Capacity Assessment


    Key issues to address:

     Governance, safeguarding, and risk management capacities of partners.


     Ability to deliver quality programming on time and within budget.
     Financial and operational systems, including data privacy and accountability.

    3.4. Risk Analysis


    Key issues to address:

     Strategic, political, economic, environmental, legal, and operational risks.


     Sustainability risks and mitigation measures for project outcomes.
     Potential challenges related to infrastructure, management, and community engagement.

    3.5. Intervention Logic Review


    Key issues to address:

     Causality and evidence supporting the intervention logic.


     Gaps in the theory of change and logframe.
     Plausibility of assumptions and suitability of indicators.

    4. Addressing Objectives Using OECD-DAC Criteria


    4.1. Relevance
     Alignment with the needs of diverse participants (gender, age, and disability considerations).
     Integration of principles such as inclusion, human rights, and conflict sensitivity.
     Perceived relevance of the intervention by youth and community stakeholders.

    4.2. Effectiveness
     Feasibility of achieving planned outcomes within the proposed framework.
     Identification of factors facilitating or limiting project success.
     Potential unintended effects, both positive and negative.

    4.3. Efficiency
     Assessment of resource allocation (budget, staffing, and materials) relative to intended goals.
     Identification of potential delays or cost overruns during implementation.

    4.4. Coherence
     Synergies with existing programs and policies in the sector and region.
     Alignment with Zimbabwe’s National Development Strategy and other frameworks.
     Risks associated with overlapping or conflicting initiatives.

    4.5. Sustainability
     Measures to ensure long-term ownership and maintenance of project benefits.

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     Challenges and opportunities for sustained youth agency in climate action.

    4.6. Impact
     Likelihood of achieving systemic change in SRHR, YEE, and DRR outcomes.
     Contributions to gender equality and climate resilience through youth participation.

    Key strategies for maximizing impact at the community and institutional levels.

    5. Work Plan and Timeline


    5.1. Key Activities
     Literature review and development of data collection tools.
     Training of enumerators and pretesting tools.
     Primary data collection and analysis.
     Drafting and finalizing feasibility study report.

    5.2. Timeline
     Detailed timeline aligned with deliverables and deadlines outlined in the ToR.

    6. Ethics and Safeguarding


    6.1. Key Considerations
     Ensuring safe, inclusive, and respectful participation of all stakeholders.
     Addressing power dynamics and barriers to participation (e.g., for children and persons with
    disabilities).
     Mitigation of risks during data collection, analysis, and reporting.

    7. Deliverables
     Inception report with methodology, sampling strategy, and tools.
     Finalized data collection tools and training materials.
     Draft feasibility study report with key findings and recommendations.
     Final feasibility study report (max 30 pages) with annexes.
     Standalone executive summary in German.
     Cleaned datasets, transcripts, and signed consent forms.

    8. Team Composition
    8.1. Roles and Responsibilities
     Lead Consultant: Overall coordination, methodology development, and reporting.
     Associate Consultants: Data collection, analysis, and stakeholder engagement.
     Field Enumerators: Data collection in local languages (Shona and English).

    8.2. Qualifications
     Proven expertise in SRHR, YEE, DRR, and climate resilience programming.
     Experience with participatory and inclusive approaches.
     Familiarity with the local context (Manicaland Province).

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    9. Budget
    9.1. Estimated Costs
     Consultant fees (daily rates for lead and associate consultants).
     Travel and accommodation expenses.
     Fieldwork costs (enumerator fees, vehicle rental, meals).
     Data analysis and reporting.
     Administrative expenses (communication, stationery, etc.).

    9.2. Payment Schedule


     Linked to deliverables as outlined in the ToR.

    10. Conclusion
     Summary of the proposed approach and its alignment with project goals.
     Commitment to delivering actionable, high-quality recommendations to strengthen the project’s
    design and implementation.

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