Assignments

PEM was selected to evaluate the impact, efficiency, and effectiveness of the European Union’s support to the Nordic Horn of Africa Opportunities (NHAO) Fund, focusing on its effects on Somalia’s financial markets, enterprise-level outcomes, and employment. The NHAO supports small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Somalia.
PEM conducted a desk review, portfolio analysis, stakeholder consultations, and a field mission to Hargeisa and Nairobi.The evaluation, guided by OECD/DAC criteria, emphasized impact areas such as employment, turnover, profitability, and special attention was given to women and youth.
Small contract value under 50,000 €.

The World Bank launched the Sustainable Rural Water Supply and Sanitation (SRWS) Operation to support Tanzania’s Water Sector Development Programme (WSDP) in rural areas, aiming to improve water and sanitation services across 17 regions. The operation uses a results-based financing model with eight Disbursement-linked Indicators (DLIs) across three result areas.
PEM was commissioned by the Government of Tanzania to verify annually, for the first three years, that the agreed results and outputs are delivered, documented, and properly executed through physical inspections and desk reviews.
Large contract value above 150,000 €.

Danida Sustainable Infrastructure Finance (DSIF) provided a grant and subsidized loan for the construction of a wastewater treatment plant in Faisalabad, Punjab Province, Pakistan. The project, with a capacity of 200,000 m³/day, was designed by SWECO and managed by NIRAS A/S Denmark, with The Water & Sanitation Agency (WASA-F) in Faisalabad as the project employer.
PEM was commissioned by Danida to provide Technical Assistance Services, including reviewing tender documents, examining bids, assessing compliance with predefined criteria, and reviewing the evaluation report prepared by WASA/NIRAS.
Small contract value under 50,000 €.

PEM was appointed to conduct a strategic review to understand the additionality of the World Bank Papua New Guinea and Pacific Islands Umbrella Facility (PPIUF) and guide the decision making of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) regarding future of PPIUF core funding. The review focused on gender, equity and social inclusion, and climate resilience in the Pacific region.
PEM carried out an in-depth document review, stakeholder consultations through in-country missions (Fiji and Solomon Islands, Canberra and Sydney), followed by a reporting phase, drafting of a final report, presentation of findings, and submission of the final report.
Small contract value under 50,000 €.

PEM was commissioned to identify and formulate Danish development engagements in Ethiopia for the 2025-2029 period, aligned with the Denmark-Ethiopia Country Strategic Framework. The focus is on three strategic objectives: i) strengthening resilience and future opportunities, ii) supporting conflict-sensitive and inclusive green growth, and iii) promoting human rights, social cohesion, and peace.
PEM also contributed to the formulation of nexus programmes and projects aimed at reducing vulnerabilities among refugees, internally displaced people, and host communities in the Somali region, addressing climate and displacement challenges. PEM’s work included a desk study and a field mission to Ethiopia
Medium contract value between 50,000 and 150,000€.

Danida Sustainable Infrastructure Finance (DSIF) is financing the construction of a wastewater treatment plant in Faisalabad, Pakistan, through a grant and subsidized loan to the Government of Pakistan. The project follows the Design, Build, Operate, Transfer (DBOT) model and involves assistance with contractor pre-qualification, tender evaluation, contract management, and works supervision. Tender documents were sent to pre-qualified Danish contractors for the construction of a 200,000 m³/day plant.
PEM was commissioned by Danida to provide Technical Assistance services, including price verification to assess the fairness of the bid in comparison to similar projects.
Medium contract value between 50,000 and 150,000€.

PEM was selected to evaluate a three-year project led by Blue Ventures and funded by the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (NORAD), aiming to build a sustainable and inclusive coastal community marine economy along the East African coast. The project, implemented in partnership with local organizations in Kenya and Tanzania, focused on community-based marine management, sustainable livelihoods, and enhancing civil society partners for long-term coastal resilience.
The evaluation aimed to assess the project’s achievements against its outcomes and theory of change, identify key successes and challenges, and provide recommendations for future projects. PEM also reviewed the Monitoring and Evaluation plans of the client and their partners.
PEM used a participatory approach, and conducted the evaluation through methodology development, a desk review, stakeholder consultations, field missions in Kenya and Tanzania, analysis and reporting.
Small contract value under 50,000 €.

PEM was commissioned to evaluate two EU-funded initiatives aimed at improving Albania’s law enforcement: EU4FOCAL, which tackles organized crime and drug trafficking through proactive financial investigations and EU4LEA, which enhances Albania’s ability to combat organized crime, corruption, border trafficking and environmental crimes by improving criminal investigation capacities. These projects focus on strengthening the rules of law, enhancing the effectiveness, accountability, and transparency of Albania’s law enforcement system. The EU’s involvement supports broader goals of promoting democracy, stability, and regional security, helping Albania align with EU standards and combat transnational crime.
PEM conducted the evaluation using a human rights-based approach, emphasizing participatory consultation and applying OECD/DAC evaluation criteria. Extensive fieldwork was also carried out in Albania.
Medium contract value under 50,000 €.

The Danish Minister for Development Cooperation has approved the Thika and Githunguri Water Supply and Sanitation Project, which will be financed through a subsidized loan from Danida Sustainable Infrastructure Finance.
PEM was appointed as the Technical Monitoring Consultant (TMC) to oversee the project design and procurement on behalf of DSIF during the design phase. The role ensures the project scope aligns with the Danish project approval document, DSIF Rules and Guidelines, and national priorities and regulations.
Medium contract value between 50,000 and 150,000€.

PEM was selected to provide an evaluation of the EU cooperation with Bangladesh from 2014 to 2024 across key sectors such as green and inclusive development, food and nutrition security, human capital development, and democratic and inclusive governance. It also covered cross-cutting themes like environment, climate change, gender, and human rights.
The evaluation also focused on EU strategic priorities, including the Global Gateway and 360 degrees approach, and examined various support modalities used in delivering EU development assistance, including project-based modalities, policy dialogue, budget support, and blending.
PEM used a mixed-methods approach, including a desk review and field mission to Bangladesh, to gather evidence, engage stakeholders, and conduct site visits.
Large contract value above 150,000 €.

PEM was appointed by Danida to develop programming documentation for Danish support to the Santiago Network, ensuring synergy and alignment with existing Danish efforts to address loss and damage.
The Santiago Network, established under the UN Climate Convention as part of the Warsaw International Mechanism for Loss and Damage, focuses on mitigating the impacts of climate extremes and disasters. It provides technical assistance for projects in vulnerable countries, aiming to minimize loss and damage by enhancing access to knowledge, finance, and capacity building.
Small contract value under 50,000 €.

Agriculture and bioeconomy are key sectors for the European Investment Bank (EIB), both within and outside the EU. These sectors are central to food security, environmental sustainability, and climate action, and play a critical role in rural development and broader economic development.
PEM was appointed to evaluate the EIB’s support for agriculture and bioeconomy. The evaluation focused on assessing the outcomes of EIB interventions from 2014 to 2022, filling knowledge gaps, and learning from past efforts, as it was the first direct evaluation of agriculture and bioeconomy. Case studies were conducted in Eswatini, Morocco, Turkey, Georgia, Moldova, Malawi, and Zambia.
Large contract value above 150,000 €.

PEM was selected to conduct a Mid-Term Review of Denmark’s support to the Global Water Security and Sanitation Partnership (GWSP), focusing on strategic relevance, Danish influence, and GWSP’s role within the World Bank’s Water Global Practice. GWSP is a World Bank multi-donor trust fund that helps countries achieve water-related SDGs through water management, climate-resilient irrigation, and risk reduction, especially in fragile environments. The review assessed GWSP’s progress, evaluated GWSP-supported activities additionality, and explored Denmark’s strategic engagement and collaboration opportunities. PEM’s approach included a desk review, consultations, and stakeholder validation, guided by OECD DAC criteria.
Small contract value under 50,000 €.

The UN Multi-Partner Trust Fund for SOFF is a financial mechanism aimed at enhancing climate resilience and adaptation through better weather and climate information services. SOFF will improve data and information for forecasting, modelling, and early warnings, helping to prevent loss of lives, livelihoods, and reduce the impacts of climate change.
PEM was commissioned by Danida to develop the programme documentation for Danish support to the Systematic Observations Financing Facility (SOFF). This included defining financial and peer advisory support, selecting countries for collaboration, and ensuring coordination with other initiatives, especially the Strategic Sector Cooperation (SSC) in meteorology and the Early Warnings for All (EW4ALL) initiative.
Small contract value under 50,000 €.

PEM was appointed to conduct the final evaluation of the ‘Support for the Implementation of Judicial Reform in Serbia’ project, which aimed to advance justice system reforms in Serbia.
The evaluation assessed progress, effectiveness, and sustainability, focusing on the project’s objectives, strengths and weaknesses in its design, and the Council of Europe’s role in its implementation.
PEM conducted a data collection plan and methodology in Serbian, stakeholder consultations and field visits.
Small contract value under 50,000 €.

Launched in 2021, the Climate Solutions Partnership is a five-year initiative by WWF, WRI, and HSB, aimed at unlocking barriers to accessing commercial financing. The programme focuses on two main pillars: Nature and Energy, with four key sub-pillars: energy transition in Asia, nature-based Solutions Accelerator (NbSA), sustainable Palm Oil in Asia (ASPOL) and global Knowledge Partnership (GKP).
PEM was selected by WWF to conduct an outcome harvesting for the Climate Solutions Partnership (CSP) programme. The purpose was to validate the outcomes of the programme’s activities, identify the roles of WWF and WRI in achieving these outcomes, and draw key lessons learned. PEM experts conducted fieldwork in Malaysia and Indonesia and participated in a roundtable in Bangkok.
Medium contract value between 50,000 and 150,000€.

PEM was appointed to conduct a desk appraisal for UNDP’s “Greening for an Inclusive and Just Pathway to 2030” and GIZ’s “Kosovo Energy Project”.
The objective of this desk appraisal was to supplement Denmark’s strategic partnership on energy efficiency, renewable energy, and energy consumption supporting Kosovo’s green transition. This included improving legislation, enhancing institutional capacity, and supporting projects in both the public and private sectors.
Small contract value under 50,000 €.

PEM was commissioned by the Embassy of Denmark in Kampala to formulate the Danish LoCAL Uganda Scaleup Project in compliance with Danida Aid Management Guidelines. The Local Climate Adaptive Living (LoCAL) Facility, designed by UNCDF, is an internationally recognized mechanism that channels climate finance to local government authorities in LDCs and other vulnerable developing countries.
PEM worked closely with relevant staff at the Danish Embassy and consulted with key partners, including UNCDF, CFU at MoFPED, the Climate Change Department (CCD) at the Ministry of Water and Environment (MWE), MoLG, local governments, and other line ministries.
Medium contract value between 50,000 and 150,000€.

The City Climate Gap Fund is a collaborative initiative by EIB, GIZ, WB, governmental doners from Germany and Luxemburg, and partner organisations, like city networks. The Gap Fund exists to help cities in middle- and low-income countries to transition toward low carbon and climate resilient pathways, by increasing funding for early-stage project preparation, helping cities in developing climate strategies, identifying climate resilient investments, developing financing strategies, and by building capacity for low-carbon urban development.
PEM was assigned to conduct a mid-term review, to review progress and results of the Gap Fund, identify lessons learned, and formulate strategic recommendation for improving the Fund’s performance.
Medium contract value between 50,000 and 150,000€.

PEM took part in this evaluation as a consortium member. The evaluation was guided by OECD/DAC criteria in addition to EU added value, with particular attention to gender equality, women’s empowerment, and alignment with SDGs 16.
The purpose of the evaluation was to provide an independent assessment of the effectiveness of the EU grant support and to inform the next phase of programming for civil society support in Ukraine. Effective civil society capacity development in Ukraine is crucial for sustaining democratic resilience and reform implementation.
PEM Experts’ contribution consisted of in-depth document review, semi-structured- and focus group interviews, survey data collection and analysis, and site visits and observation in Kyiv and regional projects.
Small contract value under 50,000 €.