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What do we mean by TOR?

What do we mean by TOR?

The TOR clearly set out the requirements and expectations of a review or evaluation.

They provide a clear explanation, for the review or evaluation, of:

  • the background and context
  • the rationale and purpose
  • the scope
  • the objectives and review or evaluation questions
  • the methodology and approach
  • the governance and management
  • the composition of the evaluation or review team and their roles and responsibilities
  • the role and involvement of other stakeholders
  • the timing of the review or evaluation
  • the products and outputs of the review or evaluation, quality and reporting requirements
  • how the review or evaluation findings will feed into on-going learning, decision-making and improvement.