The Government of Uganda with support from the International Development Association is working towards improving the competitiveness of enterprises in Uganda through the Competitiveness and Enterprise Development Project (CEDP). The 5-year project supports reforms in priority productive and service sectors geared towards a better climate with particular focus on MSMEs. The Matching Grant Facility (MGF) is a component of CEDP that supports MSMEs to address firm levels constraints and increase productivity, sales, income and competitiveness in the market place. 

With proven years of expertise and professionalism in M&E, FRIENDS Consult LTD (FCL) was contracted by CEDP to assess the performance of the Matching Grant Facility and is undertaking the following tasks.

1. Reviewing of the design and implementation frame of the MGF
2. Assessing the extent to which targeted results have been realized
3. Assessing the level of stakeholder engagement and experience
4. Undertaking an independent evaluation of level of compliance with environmental, social, health and safety safeguards.
5. Documenting lessons learned and recommendations
6. Providing an independent opinion in performance of MGF

At the end of the assignment FCL will be required to submit a final comprehensive report clearly showing the findings of the study with conclusions and appropriate recommendations.