Evaluation

Africa, Asia, and Latin America are rich in the metals and minerals essential for digital technologies and the green transition. However, mining in many of these regions is challenged by weak governance systems, limiting environmental protection and respect for human rights.
In response, Sida and the Swedish Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA) launched the Environmental Governance Programme (EGP) in 2014 to strengthen the integration of environmental and human rights standards in the mining sector. Phase 1 (2014–2019) focused on Kenya, Zambia, Mozambique, and Mongolia, while Phase 2, launched in 2020, expanded the programme to 10 countries and introduced a revised approach.
PEM, together with NIRAS Sweden, was selected to evaluate Phase 2 of the programme, assessing its effectiveness, results, and areas for improvement.
Medium contract value between 50,000 and 150,000€.

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The Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation (AECID) and the European Investment Bank (EIB) established a partnership in 2011 to support private sector development in the Southern Mediterranean. The mandate focused on promoting investment, particularly risk capital, for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs).
Investments were made across Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, and Jordan, with additional direct investment in Lebanon. The portfolio spans sectors such as manufacturing, healthcare, education, retail, and technology.
PEM was commissioned by AECID and the EIB to evaluate the results and added value of the mandate. The evaluation also assessed the EIB’s management of the programme and explored its potential for replication.
Medium contract value between 50,000 and 150,000€.

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The programme People Partner with Nature for Sustainable Living – Phase III (PPN III) ran from January 2022 to December 2025. It was implemented by DOF BirdLife Denmark in partnership with Nature Kenya, Nature Uganda, and Bird Conservation Nepal.
PPN III aimed to conserve forest ecosystems while generating sustainable benefits for biodiversity, local communities land use and livelihood, and the climate. The programme focused on strengthening climate-resilient livelihoods, improving forest conservation status, and promoting participatory forest management.
PEMconsult was commissioned to carry out a midterm review of the programme, assessing the first two years of implementation, including the programme’s strategic approach, progress towards results, and budget performance, and provided recommendations for adjustments.
Small contract value under 50,000 €.

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The CSOs and Policy Dialogue Consortium Project, coordinated by horizont3000 and funded by the Austrian Development Agency (ADA), was launched in 2014 to strengthen the capacity of East African civil society organisations (CSOs) to engage in policy dialogue promoting justice and equity for marginalised populations. The project, implemented by a consortium of Austrian NGOs (Caritas, CARE, horizont3000, SOS Children’s Village) support CSOs in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania through training, small action funds, and experience-sharing initiatives.
PEM was selected to conduct a review of the project across four phases across in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. The review combined desk research and qualitative data collection, online and in person, with partner organisations and stakeholders, focusing on effectiveness, sustainability, and transferability, as well as the functioning of the Community of Practice.
Small contract value under 50,000 €.

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The Pacific Private Sector Development Initiative (PSDI) co-financed by the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the Government of Australia, and the Government of New Zealand, has been supporting 14 Pacific Developing Member Countries (DMCs) since 2006. It is a long-running regional technical assistance facility, which focuses on creating an enabling environment for inclusive, private sector-led economic growth by providing technical assistance and policy reform support. Its efforts aim to strengthen the business environment and promote sustainable, gender-responsive development across the region.
PEM was selected to conduct the end-of-program evaluation for PSDI Phase IV. The evaluation assessed the programme’s relevance, effectiveness, efficiency, impact, sustainability, coherence, and its outcomes in gender, and climate change integration. The evaluation also provided actionable recommendations with a focus on expanding inclusion, climate resilience, private sector engagement, and investment facilitation in Phase V.
Medium contract value between 50,000 and 150,000€.

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PEM conducted the final evaluation of the Farmer Field Schools (FFS), a four-year FAO/UN Women project established in Abkhazia and Samegrelo, Georgia. FFS serve as farmer-to-farmer learning platforms, demonstrating upgraded technical practices, enhancing food safety in dairy production, and developing networks of farmer groups.
The schools aim to empower up to 1,000 women dairy farmers by providing better income-generation opportunities through improved produce quality and skills for self-employment, facilitated by connections with local dairy shops.
The evaluation documented the project’s key results, achievements, challenges, and lessons learned, highlighting its impact on rural women’s livelihoods. By the time of the evaluation, 58 FFS had been established, and a field visit to Georgia was conducted for data collection.
Small contract value under 50,000 €.

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Danish support to Georgia’s energy sector began in 2016 with the “Energy Efficiency and Sustainable Energy” project and continued in 2020 with the “Enabling Environment for Sustainable Energy” programme. The initiative promotes renewable energy use, energy efficiency, and alignment of Georgia’s legislative and regulatory framework with the EU Energy acquis. It also strengthens stakeholder capacity, advances energy labelling and eco-design, and further develops TIMES Georgia, a policy analysis tool for the country’s National Energy and Climate Plan.
PEM was commissioned to evaluate the “Enabling Environment for Sustainable Energy” project in Georgia. The evaluation aimed to inform future support to the country’s energy sector while examining synergies, coordination, and potential overlaps with other ongoing initiatives. Conducted following a Human Rights-Based Approach, it included a field mission as well to Georgia.
Small contract value under 50,000 €.

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PEM was commissioned to evaluate Sida’s 2021–2025 Cooperation Strategy with Colombia, focusing on its seven objectives across three areas: peaceful and inclusive societies; human rights, democracy, the rule of law and gender equality; and environment, climate and sustainable resource use. The evaluation examined alignment with Swedish development policies, reviewed synergies with the Folke Bernadotte Academy (FBA), and assessed Swedish contributions to Colombia. Key lessons and recommendations were identified to strengthen future development cooperation under Sida’s country-focused approach.
Medium contract value between 50,000 and 150,000€.

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PEM was appointed to conduct a mid-term review of the SADC Transfrontier Conservation Areas Financing Facility (SADC TFCA FF), a grant-making facility managed by IUCN and funded by Germany (BMZ via KfW). The facility supports conservation projects in transboundary landscapes, focusing on habitat connectivity, improved protected area management, and enhancing livelihoods for communities living alongside wildlife. Elephants and large carnivores are flagship species of the initiative.
The review aimed to support learning and accountability by assessing the effectiveness, efficiency, and relevance of the facility’s institutional structures and processes. It also examined fundraising capacity, growth potential, and convening power, while identifying lessons learned and providing recommendations to key stakeholders.
The evaluation was based on stakeholder consultations through interviews, focus group discussions, site visits in Mozambique and Zimbabwe, online surveys, and document reviews.
Small contract value under 50,000 €.

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PEM was appointed to conduct a mid-term review of the UNEP-DHI Centre on Water and Environment, which has been co-funded by the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs and DHI since 2001. The centre specializes in water management, climate adaptation, and supports UNEP’s work on SDG 6—clean water and sanitation. It provides technical expertise, decision-support tools, and climate adaptation assistance to countries, focusing on water monitoring, ecosystem protection, and addressing challenges like pollution and water scarcity.
The mid-term review assessed the centre’s performance and alignment with the strategic goals of UNEP and the Danish MFA. It focused on four key areas: the centre’s strategic direction, effectiveness in meeting objectives, activity formulation and progress measurement, and management arrangements, including financial performance.
Small contract value under 50,000 €.

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The Horizontal Facility III was developed by the European Commission and the Council of Europe to support Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, and Türkiye in strengthening key areas such as: an independent judiciary, the fight against corruption, organized and economic crime, anti-discrimination, protection of vulnerable groups (including LGBTI individuals and minorities), and freedom of expression and media.
PEM was commissioned to conduct a mid-term evaluation, providing crucial input for the next programming cycle and offering recommendations based on lessons learned and best practices. The evaluation team undertook field visits to HR III countries, as well as Brussels and Strasbourg.
Medium contract value between 50,000 and 150,000€.

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Kosovo, which submitted its EU membership application in December 2022, has long cooperated with the European Union. This cooperation includes key initiatives like the EULEX mission (supporting multi-ethnic justice systems and police services) and the EU Office in Kosovo. Additional agreements, such as visa liberalization and the Stabilisation and Association Agreement (SAA), have further strengthened ties.
PEM contributed to an evaluation of how this ongoing EU-Kosovo cooperation has helped Kosovo align with EU standards. The evaluation focused on four main areas: public administration reform, improving institutions and good governance, energy security, and socio-economic development.
Small contract value under 50,000 €.

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