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Training on Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) for Gender Equality Programs

Master Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) for Gender Equality Programs. Learn to design and implement effective M&E systems to measure progress towards gender equality, assess the impact of interventions, and inform evidence-based decision-making.

Next intake

20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru

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Duration

5 days

Live instruction

Delivery

Physical + Virtual

Cohort based

Level

Advanced

Working professionals

Certification

NITA reimbursable

For Kenyan cohorts

Language

English

All materials

Overview

About this programme

The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) for Gender Equality Programs course is designed to equip participants with the necessary skills to effectively monitor and evaluate programs aimed at promoting gender equality. This course provides an in-depth understanding of the tools, methodologies, and frameworks that can be used to assess the impact of gender-focused initiatives. Participants will learn how to integrate gender considerations into the M&E processes, ensuring that programs are gender-responsive and contribute to the broader goals of gender equity.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

  • Gender specialists and advisors
  • Monitoring and Evaluation professionals
  • Program managers and coordinators involved in gender equality initiatives
  • Policy makers and planners in government or non-governmental organizations
  • Researchers and academics focused on gender studies and program evaluation
  • Development practitioners working on gender mainstreaming
Learning outcomes

What you'll walk away with

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

  • Understand the key concepts and principles of gender equality and how they relate to M&E.
  • Develop gender-sensitive indicators and data collection methods.
  • Apply gender analysis tools to assess program impacts.
  • Design and implement M&E frameworks that integrate gender considerations.
  • Critically evaluate the effectiveness of gender equality programs and make data-driven recommendations for improvement.
Course modules

What we cover, module by module

Module 1: Introduction to Gender Equality and M&E

  • Overview of gender equality concepts and their relevance in development programs
  • Introduction to monitoring and evaluation: Definitions, purposes, and key components
  • The role of M&E in promoting gender equality
  • Case Study: Integrating gender equality into a community development project

Module 2: Gender-Sensitive Indicators and Data Collection Methods

  • Developing gender-sensitive indicators for monitoring and evaluation
  • Qualitative and quantitative data collection methods with a gender lens
  • Ethical considerations in gender-sensitive data collection
  • Case Study: Designing gender-disaggregated indicators for an education program

Module 3: Gender Analysis Tools and Techniques

  • Introduction to gender analysis frameworks (e.g., Harvard Analytical Framework, Gender Analysis Matrix)
  • Applying gender analysis in program design and evaluation
  • Case studies on gender analysis in different sectors
  • Case Study: Applying a gender analysis framework in an agriculture project

Module 4: Designing Gender-Responsive M&E Frameworks

  • Integrating gender into M&E plans and frameworks
  • Aligning M&E frameworks with gender-related goals and objectives
  • Challenges and solutions in implementing gender-responsive M&E systems
  • Case Study: Building a gender-responsive M&E system for an NGO program

Module 5: Evaluating Gender Equality Programs

  • Approaches to evaluating the impact of gender equality programs
  • Analyzing M&E data with a focus on gender outcomes
  • Reporting and communicating findings from gender-focused evaluations
  • Best practices for making recommendations to enhance gender equality programs
  • Case Study: Evaluating women economic empowerment program outcomes
Impact

Where the change lands

Organizational Impact

  • The organization can systematically measure and improve the effectiveness of its gender equality programs, leading to more impactful and sustainable social change.

  • The ability to demonstrate a clear, evidence-based approach to measuring gender-related outcomes will significantly increase the organization's credibility and capacity to secure funding from gender-focused donors.

  • A robust M&E framework ensures transparency and accountability to all stakeholders, including women and communities, for delivering on gender equality goals.

Personal Impact

  • The participant will gain a highly specialized and valuable skill set that is essential for designing and evaluating gender equality and women's empowerment initiatives.

  • Mastering M&E for gender equality programs is crucial for career progression into senior program leadership, gender advisory, or research roles.

  • The individual will be able to contribute to high-level strategic decisions by providing robust, evidence-based insights into the effectiveness of gender-transformative work.

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.

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FAQs

Common questions.

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The goal is to equip you with the skills to design and implement M&E for gender equality programs. You'll learn to track progress, measure changes in gender relations, and ensure your projects are truly empowering all genders.

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