About Mercy Corps
Registered in Tanzania since 2011 and operational in over 40 countries, Mercy Corps is a global organization dedicated to alleviating suffering, poverty, and oppression through secure, productive, and just communities. In Tanzania, Mercy Corps focuses on food security, livelihoods, and renewable energy, employing Market Systems Development (MSD) and food systems transformation approaches.
About DREAMS Tanzania Program
Launched in January 2024, the DREAMS TZ initiative aims to strengthen market opportunities in Katavi and Tabora regions with integrated gender equality and social inclusion (GESI). In partnership with Village Enterprise and Dignity Kwanza, the program targets naturalized Tanzanians and host communities living in poverty, providing financial literacy, entrepreneurship training, start-up grants, and mentorship.
Key Objectives:
- Transform the lives of 150,000 community members by improving well-being and self-reliance.
- Enhance socioeconomic integration and market inclusion.
- Promote evidence-based support among donors and government stakeholders.
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Baseline Survey Approach and Methodology
The study will adopt a mixed-methods approach, employing both qualitative and quantitative techniques. Sampling will involve stratification (value chains like poultry and maize) and random selection. The consultant will benchmark log frame indicators, enabling DREAMS to assess program impact.
Scope of Work:
- Literature review of program documents.
- Designing, testing, and implementing survey tools.
- Data collection, analysis, and reporting with practical recommendations.
- Results dissemination and resource budgeting.
Timeline:
Activities range from proposal submission (Nov 26 – Dec 9, 2024) to final report delivery by Jan 31, 2025.
Deliverables:
- Inception report, draft, and final baseline survey reports.
- Cleaned data in Excel/SPSS formats, raw data, and presentations.
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