Introduction

In this course NGO staff members, human rights activists and development workers will be introduced to the fundamentals of planning and carrying out programme-based monitoring and evaluation. The course will blend planning and management principles with skill-development related to study design and data collection and analysis. Participants are encouraged to come to the course with a project for which they can develop a monitoring and evaluation plan. This course will integrate active and participatory learning approaches within activities and assignments, with an emphasis on reflective and collaborative learning. Participants will do the required reading, prepare interim and final project assignments and participate in-group discussions.

Participants who successfully complete the course will receive Certificate of Participation.

Objectives

·      Participants will be introduced to the fundamentals of planning and carrying out programme-based monitoring and evaluation

·      Advanced training on planning and management principles with skill-development related to study design and data collection and analysis

Duration

This certificate course involves approximately 5 days.

Who should Attend

The course is intended for staff members of international development organisations, human rights/social justice organisations and international organisations. Participants should have a good written command of English and have high competence and comfort with computer and Internet use. 

Course outline

1.    Introduction to monitoring and evaluation

2.    Theories of change and formulating evaluation questions

3.    Evaluation design and sample design

4.    Indicators and measurement

5.    Management of data collection strategies

6.    Data analysis and reporting results

General Notes

·      The instructor led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprises of presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web-based tutorials and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professional and trainers in these fields.

·      The participants should be reasonably proficient in English as all facilitation and course materials will be offered in English.

·      Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a certificate.

·      The training will be held at Kincaid Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments and lunch.

·      All participants will additionally cater for their, travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

·      Accommodation and airport pickup are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training coordinator at Email: training@kincaiddevelopmentcenter.org or Tel: +254 724592901

·      This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our Kincaid Training Centre or at a convenient location.

For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254 724592901 or send mail to training@kincaiddevelopmentcenter.org

Payments are due upon registration. Payment should be sent to our Bank account before commencement of training and proof of payment sent to training@kincaiddevelopmentcenter.org