Training on Monitoring & Evaluation for Humanitarian Programs
Build strong Monitoring & Evaluation systems for humanitarian programs—learn data-driven approaches for accountability, impact, and learning.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Foundation
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
In the complex and fast-paced environment of humanitarian response, effective Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) are essential to ensure accountability, learning, and impact. This course provides a comprehensive understanding of M&E frameworks, tools, and techniques tailored specifically for humanitarian programs. It focuses on results-based management, data-driven decision-making, and adaptive learning approaches that enhance program quality and effectiveness during crises and recovery operations.
Through a blend of practical exercises and real-world case studies, participants will gain the skills to design, implement, and manage robust M&E systems aligned with international humanitarian standards and donor expectations.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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M&E officers and managers in humanitarian and development organizations
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Program and project managers in NGOs and UN agencies
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Humanitarian coordinators and field officers
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Donor agency representatives and policy advisors
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Consultants and researchers in humanitarian evaluation
What you'll walk away with
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
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Design M&E systems suited to humanitarian and emergency contexts.
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Develop indicators, tools, and frameworks for performance tracking.
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Conduct needs assessments, baseline surveys, and evaluations effectively.
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Analyze and report M&E data for decision-making and accountability.
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Integrate learning and adaptive management in humanitarian program cycles.
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Introduction to M&E in Humanitarian Contexts
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The role of M&E in humanitarian action
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Principles of accountability and transparency
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Linking M&E to humanitarian standards (SPHERE, CHS, etc.)
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Case Study:Designing an M&E framework for a rapid response program
Module 2: Designing Humanitarian M&E Systems
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Developing M&E frameworks, logical models, and results chains
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Setting SMART indicators and performance targets
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Data collection methods during emergencies
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Case Study:Building an M&E system for a multi-sector refugee program
Module 3: Data Collection, Analysis, and Visualization
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Tools and technologies for humanitarian data management (Kobo, ODK, Power BI)
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Data quality assurance and triangulation methods
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Visualization and communication of results
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Case Study: Real-time data collection in post-disaster needs assessments
Module 4: Evaluation and Learning in Humanitarian Programs
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Planning and conducting evaluations (mid-term, end-line, impact)
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Participatory approaches in humanitarian evaluation
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Using findings for program improvement and policy influence
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Case Study: Learning from evaluation findings in food security interventions
Module 5: Reporting, Accountability, and Adaptive Management
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Developing actionable M&E reports for donors and stakeholders
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Integrating lessons learned into program design
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Feedback loops and adaptive programming
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Case Study:Enhancing accountability in community-based humanitarian responses
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
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Enhanced accountability, transparency, and donor confidence.
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Strengthened evidence-based decision-making across programs.
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Improved program efficiency through effective data use and learning.
Individual Impact
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Practical skills in designing and implementing humanitarian M&E systems.
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Improved analytical capacity for data interpretation and reporting.
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Ability to integrate adaptive learning and accountability mechanisms into programming.
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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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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