Training on Monitoring & Evaluation using Mobile Technology
Master Monitoring & Evaluation using Mobile Technology. Learn to leverage mobile devices and digital tools to collect, analyze, and report data efficiently and effectively.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Advanced
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
This course explores the effective use of mobile technology for enhancing monitoring and evaluation (M&E) processes. Participants will learn how to leverage mobile devices and applications to improve data collection, analysis, and utilization in various sectors. As mobile devices become increasingly ubiquitous, they offer unique opportunities for real-time data collection, analysis, and reporting. This course explores various mobile tools, platforms, and methodologies that can enhance the efficiency and accuracy of M&E processes, making it easier to gather and analyze data even in remote or challenging environments.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
- Monitoring and Evaluation professionals
- Project managers and coordinators
- Data analysts and researchers
- Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) staff
- Government officials involved in M&E
- Professionals in international development
- Anyone interested in integrating mobile technology into M&E activities
What you'll walk away with
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the role of mobile technology in modern M&E practices.
- Select appropriate mobile tools and platforms for data collection and analysis.
- Design and implement mobile-based data collection systems for M&E purposes.
- Analyze and visualize M&E data using mobile technology.
- Ensure data security and ethical considerations in mobile-based M&E.
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Introduction to Mobile Technology for M&E
- Overview of mobile technology and its applications in M&E
- Benefits and challenges of using mobile technology for data collection
- Ethical considerations in mobile data collection
- Case Study: Using mobile tools to improve NGO field data collection
- Practical: Assess readiness for mobile data collection in a sample project
Module 2: Mobile Data Collection Tools and Platforms
- Types of mobile data collection tools (apps, platforms)
- Key features and functionalities of popular mobile data collection tools
- Selecting the right tool for specific M&E needs
- Case Study: Comparing ODK, KoBoToolbox, and CommCare for field surveys
- Practical: Select the best platform for different project scenarios
Module 3: Designing Mobile Data Collection Forms
- Principles of effective form design
- Creating user-friendly data collection forms
- Integrating logic and skip logic into forms
- Data validation and error checking
- Case Study: Designing a health survey form for rural field teams
- Practical: Build a mobile questionnaire with skip logic and validations
Module 4: Data Management and Analysis Using Mobile Technology
- Data synchronization and backup
- Data cleaning and validation
- Basic data analysis using mobile apps
- Integrating mobile data with existing data systems
- Case Study: Managing real-time agriculture survey data dashboards
- Practical: Clean, export, and analyze sample mobile-collected data
Module 5: M&E and Mobile Technology in Practice
- Case studies of successful mobile M&E projects
- Challenges and best practices
- Future trends and innovations in mobile M&E
- Case Study: Scaling mobile monitoring systems across multiple regions
- Practical: Develop a mobile M&E implementation plan for a live project
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
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Improve timeliness and accuracy of data for faster, smarter decisions.
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Cut M&E costs by replacing paper-based processes with mobile tools.
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Strengthen credibility with donors through real-time, transparent reporting.
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Streamline workflows from field to office for greater efficiency.
Personal Impact
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Gain practical skills at the intersection of M&E and digital tech.
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Advance toward senior roles in project management, data analysis, or M&E.
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Increase influence by introducing innovative, tech-driven solutions.
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Lead data collection confidently, even in challenging environments.
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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