Training on Monitoring & Evaluation using GIS
Master Monitoring & Evaluation using GIS. Learn to visualize and analyze spatial data to improve program planning, implementation, and impact assessment.
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
This course provides participants with the knowledge and skills to apply Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) processes. The training emphasizes the integration of spatial data and GIS tools into M&E frameworks, enabling more accurate and efficient tracking, reporting, and analysis of project outcomes. Participants will learn how to utilize GIS for data collection, spatial analysis, visualization, and decision-making, ultimately enhancing the effectiveness of M&E activities across various sectors.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
- M&E professionals looking to incorporate GIS into their existing processes.
- Project managers and coordinators involved in data-driven decision-making.
- GIS specialists interested in expanding their expertise into M&E.
- Development practitioners working on projects that require spatial data analysis.
- Researchers and data analysts focusing on spatial dimensions of projects.
What you'll walk away with
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the principles and applications of GIS in Monitoring & Evaluation.
- Integrate spatial data into M&E frameworks to enhance project tracking and reporting.
- Utilize GIS tools for spatial data collection, analysis, and visualization.
- Apply GIS-based techniques to assess project impacts and outcomes.
- Develop maps and spatial reports that effectively communicate M&E findings.
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Introduction to GIS and M&E
- Understanding GIS and its components
- The role of GIS in M&E
- Integrating GIS into the M&E cycle
- Case Study: Using GIS to track project coverage and service delivery in rural development programs
- Practical: Identify spatial data needs for an M&E system and map basic project locations
Module 2: Geospatial Data Collection and Management
- Types of geospatial data (raster, vector)
- Data acquisition methods (GPS, remote sensing)
- Data preprocessing and cleaning
- Case Study: Collecting GPS data for infrastructure and service mapping
- Practical: Capture and clean sample spatial data using GIS tools
Module 3: GIS Analysis for M&E
- Spatial analysis techniques (buffering, overlay, interpolation)
- Spatial statistics and modeling
- Using GIS for impact assessment
- Case Study: Analyzing accessibility of health facilities using spatial analysis
- Practical: Perform buffering and overlay analysis for an M&E scenario
Module 4: Visualization and Communication
- Creating thematic maps for M&E
- Effective map design and communication
- Interactive mapping and web-based GIS
- Case Study: Communicating development results through interactive dashboards and maps
- Practical: Design a thematic map for reporting M&E results
Module 5: Case Studies and Applications
- GIS applications in different sectors (agriculture, health, disaster management)
- Real-world examples of GIS in M&E
- Challenges and opportunities in using GIS for M&E
- Case Study: GIS in disaster response and humanitarian aid monitoring
- Practical: Develop a simple GIS-based M&E application concept for a sector of choice
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
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Visualize and analyze project data spatially for deeper insights into reach, gaps, and effectiveness.
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Make smarter, location-based decisions for resource allocation and project design.
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Use high-quality maps and spatial analysis to produce compelling, credible reports for donors.
Personal Impact
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Gain a rare and highly technical skill set combining M&E with GIS.
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Build expertise for career growth in data analysis, program management, or specialized M&E roles.
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Contribute to strategic decisions with robust, data-rich spatial insights.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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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