Training on Developing Monitoring and Evaluation Systems and Structures
Elevate your project's effectiveness. Learn to build M&E structures that ensure accountability and data-driven decision-making.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Intermediate
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
Effective monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems are critical for organizations to track progress, measure outcomes, and ensure accountability. This training provides participants with the knowledge and tools to design, implement, and strengthen M&E systems that support learning, decision-making, and impact measurement. The course covers frameworks, indicators, data collection, analysis, and reporting, with practical case studies that demonstrate how strong M&E structures drive program success.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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M&E officers and specialists
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Program and project managers
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Development practitioners and NGO staff
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Donor agency representatives and policymakers
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Professionals involved in planning, implementing, and evaluating projects
What you'll walk away with
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
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Understand the principles and frameworks of monitoring and evaluation.
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Design effective M&E systems aligned with organizational and project needs.
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Develop and apply indicators to measure outputs, outcomes, and impacts.
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Implement data collection, management, and analysis tools.
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Produce clear, evidence-based reports for stakeholders.
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Apply case studies to strengthen learning and practice.
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Foundations of Monitoring and Evaluation Systems
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Key concepts, principles, and frameworks of M&E
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Components of effective M&E systems
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Case Study: Building an M&E framework for a health project
Module 2: Designing M&E Structures and Frameworks
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Developing logic models and results frameworks
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Defining clear roles and responsibilities in M&E structures
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Case Study: Designing an M&E structure for an NGO program
Module 3: Indicators, Data Collection, and Management
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Developing SMART indicators
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Data collection methods and tools (quantitative and qualitative)
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Data management and quality assurance
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Case Study: Selecting indicators for an education project
Module 4: Data Analysis, Learning, and Reporting
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Analyzing quantitative and qualitative data
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Turning data into insights for decision-making
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Writing effective M&E reports
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Case Study: Producing an M&E report for a donor-funded initiative
Module 5: Strengthening M&E Systems for Sustainability
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Integrating M&E into organizational processes
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Building capacity and ensuring stakeholder participation
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Using M&E for adaptive management and continuous improvement
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Case Study: Developing a sustainable M&E system for a multi-sector program
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
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Stronger M&E systems to improve accountability and transparency
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Better alignment of projects with organizational and donor goals
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Enhanced capacity to generate reliable data for reporting and decision-making
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Improved ability to demonstrate outcomes and attract funding
Individual Impact
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Practical skills in designing and managing M&E systems
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Greater confidence in using data for planning and reporting
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Enhanced analytical and reporting capabilities
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Increased career growth opportunities in program management and evaluation
Dates and locations
Upcoming intakes
Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
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NakuruNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kigali | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Accra | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dakar | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
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20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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