Course Description
Monitoring and Evaluation helps in collecting, analyzing and transforming data into strategic information for informed decision making, improved effectiveness and enhanced advocacy in projects and programs. M&E will help to ensure that development projects are implemented as planned and to assess whether desired results are being achieved.
This Training Course on Advanced Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) for Development Projects offered by Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training aims to build the capacity of M&E professionals working in the development projects. The acquired M&E skills will assist the participants to improve project and program planning and performance management and enhance the institutionalization of the collection of project-related data and the analysis of project impact.
The Training Course on Advanced Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) for Development Projects offered by Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training is a comprehensive program that covers the standards and procedures for results-based monitoring and evaluation for end-to-end project lifecycles. This course endows participants with competences in setting up and implementing results-based monitoring and evaluation systems involving data management, analysis, and reporting.
The participants will benefit from the latest M&E philosophies and practices including the results and participatory approaches. This Training Course on Advanced Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) for Development Projects is designed to enable its participants to become experts in monitoring and evaluating their development projects. The Course covers all the key elements of robust M&E systems along with hands-on practical projects to provide experience in the M&E concepts being taught. Further, the course will provide you with monitoring and evaluation (M&E) lessons and workshops on how to integrate data demand and use data analysis tools and techniques with M&E concepts.
Course Objectives
Upon the successful completion of this Training Course on Advanced Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) for Development Projects, participants will be able to:
- Develop a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation plan
- Utilize data analysis software for both quantitative and qualitative data analysis
- Comprehend the principles and practice of data analysis for project M&E and the context in which this operates
- Build project results levels
- Construct and plan a project using logical frameworks
- Use indicators and targets to measure success
- Monitor and track performance indicators over the life of the project
- Understand the process of conducting impact evaluation
- Evaluate a project against key indicators
- Collect data using mobile data collection tools
Training Methodology
The course is designed to be highly interactive, challenging and stimulating. It will be an instructor led training and will be delivered using a blended learning approach comprising of presentations, discussions, guided sessions of practical exercise, case study review, web-based tutorials, group work, exploration of relevant issues collaborative strength training, performance measurement, and workshops of participants displays, all of which adhere to the highest standards of training. The training technique is built on learning by doing, with lecturers using a learner-centered approach to engage participants and provide tasks that allow them to apply what theyve learned. Experiential knowledge is also given equal importance within the format of training. Our facilitators are seasoned industry professionals with years of expertise in their chosen fields. All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English.
Who Should Attend?
This Training Course on Advanced Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) for Development Projects would be suitable for, but not limited to:
- Researchers
- Development Staff
- Project Managers
- Anyone involved in the processes of managing, planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluating development projects
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Results Based Project Management
- Fundamentals Of Results-Based Management
- Why Is RBM Important?
- Results Based Management Vs Traditional Projects Management
- RBM Lifecycle (Seven Phases)
- Areas Of Focus Of RBM
Module 2: Fundamentals Of Monitoring and Evaluation
- Definition of Monitoring and Evaluation
- Importance of Monitoring and Evaluation
- Key principles and concepts in M&E
- M&E in Project Lifecycle
- Participatory Monitoring and Evaluation
Module 3: Project Analysis
- Situation Analysis
- Needs Assessment
- Strategy Analysis
Module 4: Design Of Results in Monitoring and Evaluation
- Impact, Outcomes, Outputs and Activities
- Results Framework
- M&E Causal Pathway
- Standards in Planning, Monitoring and Evaluating for Results
Module 5: M&E Indicators
- What are Indicators?
- Indicator Metrics
- Linking Indicators to Results
- Indicator Matrix
- Tracking of Indicators
Module 6: Logical Framework Approach
- LFA Analysis and Planning Phase
- Design Of Logframe
- Risk Rating in Logframe
- Horizontal And Vertical Logic in Logframe
- Using Logframe to Create Activity and Budget Schedules
- Using Logframe as a Project Management Tool
Module 7: Theory of Change
- Overview of Theory of Change
- Developing a Theory of Change
- Theory of Change Vs Log Frame
- Case Study: Theory of Change
Module 8: M&E Systems
- What Is an M&E System?
- Elements of M&E System
- Steps For Developing a Results-Based M&E System
Module 9: M&E Planning
- Importance of an M&E Plan
- Documenting M&E System in the M&E Plan
- M&E Plan:
- Monitoring
- Evaluation
- Data management
- Reporting
- M&E Plan vs Performance Management Plan (PMP)
Module 10: Baseline Survey in Results Based M&E
- Importance of Baseline Studies
- Process of Conducting Baseline Studies
- Baseline Study Vs Evaluation
Module 11: Project Performance Evaluation
- Process and Progress Evaluations
- Evaluation Research Design
- Evaluation Questions
- Evaluation Report Dissemination
Module 12: M&E Data Management
- Sources of M&E Data
- Sampling During Data Collection
- Qualitative Data Collection Methods
- Quantitative Data Collection Methods
- Participatory Methods of Data Collection
- Introduction to Data Triangulation
- Data Quality Assessment
Module 13: M&E Results Use and Dissemination
- Stakeholders Information Needs
- Usage Of M&E Results to Enhance and Boost Projects
- M&E Lessons Learnt and Best Practices
- Organizational Knowledge Champions
- M&E Reporting Format
- M&E Results in Communication Strategies
Module 14: Gender Perspective in M&E
- Importance of Gender In M&E
- Integrating Gender into Program Logic
- Setting Gender-Sensitive Indicators
- Collecting Gender-Disaggregated Data
- Analyzing M&E Data from a Gender Perspective
- Appraisal of Projects from a Gender Perspective
Module 15: Data Quality Assurance
- What is Data Quality?
- Why Data Quality?
- Data Quality Standards
- Data Flow and Data Quality
- Data Quality Assessments
- M&E System Design for Data Quality
Module 16: ICT in Monitoring and Evaluation
- Mobile-Based Data Collection Using ODK
- Data Visualization Infographics and Dashboards
- Using Technology for Real-Time Monitoring and Evaluation
Module 17: Qualitative Data Analysis with NVivo
- Principles of Qualitative Data Analysis
- Data Preparation for Qualitative Analysis
- Thematic Analysis for Qualitative Data
- Content Analysis for Qualitative Data
- Manipulation and Analysis of Data Using NVivo
Module 18: Quantitative Data Analysis with SPSS/STATA
- Introduction to Statistical Concepts
- Creating Variables and Data Entry
- Data Reconstruction
- Variables Manipulation
- Linking and Integrating Multiple Data Sets in Different Forms
- Descriptive Statistics
- Understanding Data Weighting
- Inferential Statistics: Hypothesis Testing, T-Test, ANOVA, Regression Analysis
Module 19: Fundamentals of Impact Evaluation
- Introduction to Impact Evaluation
- Attribution Versus Contribution in Impact Evaluation
- Estimation of Counterfactual
- Impact Evaluation Methods: RCTs, Difference-In-Difference (Double Difference), Propensity Score Matching
Module 20: GIS in M&E
- Introduction to GIS in M&E
- GIS Analysis and Mapping Techniques
- Data Preparation for Geospatial Analysis
- Geospatial Analysis Using GIS Software (QGIS)
Requirements
ü Participants should be reasonably proficient in English.
ü Applicants must live up to Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training admission criteria.
Terms and Conditions
- Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free
- What is catered for by the Course Fees: Fees cater for all requirements for the training – Learning materials, Lunches, Teas, Snacks and Certification. All participants will additionally cater for their travel and accommodation expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
- Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded Certificates of Participation at the end of the training.
- The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.
- Approval of Course: Our Programs are NITA Approved. Participating organizations can therefore claim reimbursement on fees paid in accordance with NITA Rules.
Booking for Training
Simply send an email to the Training Officer on training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com and we will send you a registration form. We advise you to book early to avoid missing a seat to this training.
Or call us on +254720272325 / +254737566961
Payment Options
We provide 3 payment options, choose one for your convenience, and kindly make payments at least 5 days before the Training start date to reserve your seat:
- Groups of 5 People and Above – Cheque Payments to: Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training Limited should be paid in advance, 5 days to the training.
- Invoice: We can send a bill directly to you or your company.
- Deposit directly into Bank Account (Account details provided upon request)
Cancellation Policy
- Payment for all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.
- Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.
- No refunds will be made 14 days or less before the training commencement date. However, participants who are unable to attend may opt to attend a similar training course at a later date or send a substitute participant provided the participation criteria have been met.
Tailor Made Courses
This training course can also be customized for your institution upon request for a minimum of 5 participants. You can have it conducted at our Training Centre or at a convenient location.
For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737566961 or Email training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com
Accommodation and Airport Transfer
Accommodation and Airport Transfer is arranged upon request and at extra cost. For reservations contact the Training Officer on Email: training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com or on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737566961
