Training on Qualitative Research Methods for Evaluation
Master qualitative research methods to design, conduct, and analyze evaluations that capture rich insights for decision-making.
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
Qualitative research plays a vital role in evaluation by providing deep insights into people’s experiences, behaviors, and perceptions. This training equips participants with practical skills and knowledge to design, conduct, analyze, and report qualitative research for effective program and project evaluation. Participants will learn to use qualitative data collection tools such as interviews, focus group discussions, observations, and document reviews. The course emphasizes rigorous approaches to analysis, ethical considerations, and the integration of qualitative evidence into decision-making and reporting.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) professionals
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Program managers and project officers
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Researchers and academics in development fields
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Consultants and evaluators
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Policy analysts and donor representatives interested in evidence-based evaluation
What you'll walk away with
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
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Understand the role and value of qualitative research in evaluation.
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Design qualitative research plans and sampling strategies.
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Apply different data collection techniques including interviews, focus groups, and observations.
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Conduct coding, thematic analysis, and interpretation of qualitative data.
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Integrate qualitative findings into evaluation reports and recommendations.
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Introduction to Qualitative Research in Evaluation
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The role of qualitative research in evaluation
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Key differences between qualitative and quantitative approaches
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Ethical considerations in qualitative studies
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Case study: Using qualitative data to evaluate community development initiatives
Module 2: Designing Qualitative Research
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Developing qualitative research questions
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Sampling strategies and participant selection
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Tools for data collection: interview guides, focus group protocols
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Case study: Designing a qualitative study for education program evaluation
Module 3: Data Collection Methods
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Conducting effective interviews and focus group discussions
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Observation techniques in evaluation contexts
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Document and media reviews as sources of data
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Case study: Using focus groups to assess health service delivery
Module 4: Data Management and Analysis
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Organizing and coding qualitative data
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Thematic and content analysis approaches
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Using software tools (NVivo, Atlas.ti, or manual coding)
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Case study: Thematic analysis in gender-based program evaluation
Module 5: Reporting and Integrating Findings
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Writing qualitative evaluation reports
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Triangulating qualitative and quantitative data
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Communicating findings to different stakeholders
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Case study: Reporting qualitative insights in humanitarian response evaluations
Where the change lands
Organisation Impact
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Strengthened evaluation capacity through richer, contextualized insights
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Enhanced program design and adaptation using qualitative findings
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Improved stakeholder engagement by incorporating voices of beneficiaries
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More comprehensive reporting to donors and partners
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Greater ability to triangulate and validate quantitative data with qualitative evidence
Individual Impact
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Practical skills in designing and conducting qualitative research
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Improved knowledge of qualitative data collection tools and techniques
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Ability to analyze qualitative data systematically and rigorously
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Strengthened capacity to write evaluation reports with qualitative insights
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Career advancement through enhanced research and evaluation expertise
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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