The scope of this evaluation covers some of the major interventions implemented by LuxDev under ICP IV in Lao PDR.

Final evaluations:

• LAO/029 – “Skills Development in the Tourism and Hospitality Sector” – Skills for Tourism
• LAO/030 – “Local Development Programme for Bokeo, Bolikhamxay, Khammouane and Vientiane Province”

Mid-term evaluation:

• LAO/033 – “Strengthening the Effectiveness of Official Development Assistance (ODA) Management in LAO PDR

Team Composition: 

The team will be composed by eight experts (six positions are already covered), we are looking for two motivated and high-skilled experts to cover two missing poistions: 

Expert 2 – TVET/Skills Development expert (30 Working days)

• Confirmed professional experience in evaluation.
• At least 10 years professional experience in vocational education and skills development (ideally in tourism and hospitality) in developing country contexts.
• Experience in at least two South-East Asian countries, including Lao PDR.
• In depth understanding of integrating crosscutting aspects (governance for development; gender equity; environment and climate change) and applying related tools (environmental screening, gender analysis, OECD-DAC marking, etc.).
• Knowledge of Tourism/Hospitality in Lao PDR and the TVET system is considered an important asset.
• Knowledge of English and computer skills.
• Knowledge of Thai/Lao a plus

Expert 4 – Governance expert (20 Working days)

• Confirmed experience in ODA management and a very good knowledge of cooperation and development issues.
• Experience in evaluation of development projects an asset.
• At least 10 years professional experience. Understanding of integrating crosscutting aspects (governance for development).
• Knowledge of English and Computer Skills.
• Knowledge of Thai/Lao a plus.