Training Course on Project Management Monitoring and Evaluation with MS Project

Project monitoring and evaluation (M&E) is the very foundation of reporting requirements under many projects being implemented across the world. Monitoring and evaluating a project effectively permits a venture group to settle on suitable choices on an everyday basis and guarantees that tasks are done as arranged and changed when vital. This training will help the partakers monitor selected indicators and measure performance during project implementation so they can make timely adjustments where necessary, as well as subsequently determine the extent to which the program or project achieved its objectives.

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

OBJECTIVES

By the end of this course the participants will be able to:

• Identify the project cycle and identify the issues necessary for planning
• Use Microsoft Project Software for Project Planning and Monitoring
• Formulate evaluation designs and how to document change
• Produce and share reports with stakeholders
• Understand the concept of effective project monitoring and evaluation
• Comprehend the strategies and techniques for monitoring and evaluating projects
• Prepare monitoring and evaluation systems & plans
• Implement the monitoring and evaluation systems & plans

DURATION

This course will take approximately 5 days

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This training is intended for Project Management Officials, government officials, department heads and program managers; policy makers and program implementers; development practitioners and activists and NGO and CSO members, University Researchers among others.

COURSE OUTLINE

Module 1: Foundations of Project Management and M&E

• Introduction to Project Management and M&E
• Project Lifecycle: Initiation, Planning, Execution, Closure
• Key Principles of Monitoring and Evaluation
• Integrating M&E into Project Management
• Understanding Logical Framework and Theory of Change

Module 2: Project Planning and Design

• Setting SMART Objectives and Indicators
• Work Breakdown Structures (WBS)
• Developing Project Implementation Plans
• Resource and Budget Planning
• Risk Management and Mitigation Strategies

Module 3: Introduction to MS Project

Overview of Microsoft Project Interface

Creating and Managing Tasks

Setting Dependencies and Milestones

Assigning Resources and Costs

Creating Gantt Charts and Critical Path Analysis

Module 4: Using MS Project for Monitoring and Evaluation

• Tracking Project Progress and Updates
• Baselines and Performance Measurement
• Reporting on Key Indicators and Deliverables
• Earned Value Analysis
• Integrating M&E Frameworks with MS Project

Module 5: Data Use, Reporting and Action Planning

• Data Collection Tools and Techniques
• Using M&E Data for Decision-Making
• Designing M&E Dashboards and Reports
• Stakeholder Engagement and Reporting
• Action Planning and Course Evaluation

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