Midterm Evaluation Brief for the Ten4All (T4A)

This is a brief for the Midterm Evaluation of Ten4All (T4A): Contributing to the Achievement of OSS 10 by Promoting and Strengthening the Social, Economic, and Political Inclusion of Migrants, Returnees, and People at Risk of Unsafe Migration in East Hararge and Dire Dawa areas, Ethiopia project. It is a development project being implemented in the Addis Ababa and Dire Dawa administrations, Ethiopia, since November 2022.

Key findings

• Relevance: The project has effectively addressed key community needs, with many respondents recognizing its alignment with national migration strategies and local priorities. It provides essential education and economic opportunities to at-risk youth, ensuring that interventions are demand-driven and contextually appropriate.
• Coherence: Strong partnerships with government agencies, NGOs, and local institutions have enhanced coordination. Referral mechanisms and collaboration with organizations such as Action Against Hunger, CARE, and IOM have streamlined service delivery, avoided duplication of efforts, and ensured a comprehensive approach to migration challenges.
• Effectiveness: The Ten4All project has effectively reached 6,632 beneficiaries, achieving 60.3% of its target. It enhanced school enrolment (98.1%) and attendance (97.8%), reinforcing education as a key protective measure against unsafe migration. Case management services offering legal, medical, and psychosocial support led to improved well-being for both male (89%) and female (86%) beneficiaries. Despite high participation in life skills (100%) and financial literacy (92%) trainings, only 33.3% of youth secured employment, indicating a need for stronger job placement support and market linkages.
• Efficiency: The Ten4All project effectively delivered activities on time, with 55% of its €1,515,992 budget utilized at midterm. The key activities remain on track, with efforts underway to accelerate implementation and optimize resource allocation. While the project has been efficient, logistical constraints such as inadequate transportation and delays have hindered timely service delivery.
• Sustainability: The Project has advanced sustainability by integrating interventions into government systems and fostering local ownership. It aligns with key ministries and includes a phased handover strategy supported by capacity-building and monitoring tools. While challenges such as limited budgets and inconsistent stakeholder commitment pose risks, strong government involvement and community engagement provide a solid foundation for sustainability.