How to develop a monitoring and evaluation plan the compass. But evaluation is not just for accountability reasons, but also learning to feed into future decisions monitoring is a continuous process, whereas evaluations are carried out at specific points of time in the course of the project mostly at the end of the project or a project phase. Evaluation the systematic investigation of whether a program is effective. To get some more differences on these two, check out the article presented below. Monitoring and evlauton basics monitoring and evaluation concepts monitoring is a continuous function that aims to provide profit staff and other players with early indications as to whether or not there is progress towards achievement of programme objectives. A step by step guide to monitoring and evaluation university of. Pdf monitoring and evaluation in education system of.
However, it will be a useful tool for anyone involved in monitoring and evaluation activities. Similarly, it is common to find organizations where monitoring and evaluation policies and learning policies serve somewhat different development. Extensive knowledge of principles, techniques and methodologies used in the monitoring and evaluation of programmes and projects. Developing a monitoring and evaluation work plan this monitoring and evaluation series is based on the assumption that core module 1 introduction to monitoring and evaluation is always the first module, that it is followed directly by core module 2. Monitoring and evaluation implementation framework for continuing professional development cpd 1.
Basic principles of monitoring and evaluation monitoring and evaluation usually include information on the cost of the programme being monitored or evaluated. This tool briefly describes both monitoring and evaluation, and the distinction between the two. Establishing a reliable monitoring and evaluation system with regular communication between the central and peripheral levels of the health system is vital. Indicators should be objective, verifiable and clearly understood by all stakeholders 5. Projectprogramme monitoring and evaluation guide what is this guide. A guidea guidebook for monitoring and evaluation book for monitoring and evaluationbook for monitoring and evaluation by bernardita p. Monitoring and evaluation systems, but that, at the same time, fail to structure and disseminate the knowledge generated in a way that fosters a broader learning cycle within the organization. Monitoring, evaluation and learning report of m echara agricultural resea rch center, 2010e. The integrity of the monitoring and evaluation system must be upheld.
Principle nine of the conduct for international red cross and red crescent movement and ngos in disaster relief 6 box 2. Difference between monitoring and evaluation with comparison. Introduction to monitoring and evaluation acknowledgments this modular monitoring and evaluation training course is the result of the best thinking and creativity of a large number of individuals throughout family health international fhi, both those in the field and those in the arlington office. This requires standardized recording of individual patient data, including information on treatment outcomes, which are then used to compile. Monitoring and evaluation in the development sector. Evaluation evaluation refers to the periodic midterm, final assessment and analysis of an ongoing or completed project. The primary difference between monitoring and evaluation is that while monitoring is a continuous activity, performed at the functional level of management, evaluation is a periodic activity, performed at the business level. Monitoring and evaluation food and agriculture organization of. Monitoring helps project managers to understand whether the projects are progressing in schedule and to ensure that project inputs, activities, outputs and external factors are proceeding as planned. A step by step guide to monitoring and evaluation transition network. As a pdf format, you can print this out, or type into it. The results of assessment, monitoring and evaluation inform planning for comprehensive rh programmes because they help to.
It is through the continuous monitoring of project performance that you have an opportunity to learn about what is working well and what challenges are arising. This publication, the handbook on monitoring and evaluating for results, a d d r e s s e s the monitoring and evaluation of development results. This2009versionofthehandbookonplanning,monitoringandevaluatingfor developmentresultsaimstosupportundpinbecomingmoreresultsorientedand. Evaluation catalog an electronic catalog posted to mccs public website that contains metadata and. Developing a monitoring and evaluation plan learning objectives. Handbook for monitoring and evaluation measure evaluation. Introduction to monitoring and evaluation using the logical. Guidelines for programme design, monitoring and evaluation table of contents key terms 1. Why have a detailed toolkit on monitoring and evaluation. Monitoring monitoring refers to the routine monitoring of project resources, activities and results, and analysis of the information to guide project implementation. It is intended to stimulate inquiry, rather than to provide rigid instructions. Introduction to monitoring and evaluation using the. It is intended to support country offices in aligning their monitoring and evaluation systems with rbm methodologyspecifically in tracking and measuring the performance of undp. Monitoring is the systematic and routine collection of information from projects and programmes for four main purposes.
This allows judging the benefits of a programme against its costs and identifying which intervention has the highest rate of return. Kpmg international provides no client services and is a swiss entity with which the independent member firms of the kpmg network are affiliated. Evaluation of the project process, outputs and partnership meetings and consolidated project framework 20022004 with action plans. Monitoring and evaluation implementation framework for continuing professional. Its goal is to improve current and future management of outputs, outcomes and impact. Handbook on planning monitoring and evaluating for development. They are critical tools for forwardlooking strategic positioning, organisational learning and for sound management. Evaluation is the periodic, retrospective assessment of an organisation, project or programme that might be conducted internally or by external independent evaluators. As stated in section 2 of the area plan, the monitoring and evaluation program is designed to serve as an important link between plan implementation and ontheground accomplishments. This minicourse covers the basics of program monitoring and evaluation in the context of population, health, and nutrition programs. Development cooperation as part of foreign policy 1. Monitoring is a continuous assessment of programmes based on early detailed information on the progress or delay of the ongoing assessed.
Monitoring and evaluation is the essential part of all the projectsprogrammes which checks pasts progress and lacking to improve in present and future. Monitoring and evaluation can help an organization extract relevant informationfrompastandongoingactivitiesthatcanbeusedasthebasisforprogram maticfinetuning,reorientationandfutureplanning. Monitoring helps project managers to understand whether the. Profit monitoring and evaluation plan 2 section one.
Negotiate between stakeholders to decide what to monitor and evaluate 4. However, there are lots of differences between them. C 30 payment rate for contract wage, removal of unnecessary weeds from bordersbunds, harvesting. How to design a monitoring and evaluation framework for a. Cesar glennglenn ricci ricci ricci 2007 germano, b. Evaluation the systematic and objective assessment of the design, implementation, and results of an activity, project or program. However, it will be a useful tool for anyone involved in. Monitoring evaluation timing monitoring is a continuing evaluation assesses the function that takes place entire project cycle. Monitoring and evaluation in the development sector5 2014 kpmg international cooperative kpmg international. Oct 25, 2017 the primary difference between monitoring and evaluation is that while monitoring is a continuous activity, performed at the functional level of management, evaluation is a periodic activity, performed at the business level. Assessment, monitoring and evaluation are used at different stages during a humanitarian response and are closely linked to publichealth decisionmaking and the implementation of rh programme activities. Monitoring and evaluation is not an addon at the end start early and build monitoring and evaluation into the project from the beginning 3.
Monitoring and evaluation are important management tools that are necessary to track the progress and facilitate decision making for present and future interventions. The report emphasizes the findings and conclusions that have been compiled from various monitoring activities and data sources available on the unit. These tips include sections on purpose of monitoring and evaluation, strategic questions, and a stepbystep tips on designing monitoring and evaluation for your project. Under the cooperative agreements made between the u. The monitoring and evaluation framework contained in this h a n d b o o k. Evaluations are carried out periodically mid projectend of project. Highquality monitoring of information encourages timely decisionmaking, ensures project accountability, and provides a robust foundation for evaluation and learning. Important decisions are made based on the information and insights provided by the system. Introduction monitoring the routine process of data collection monthly, quarterly, annually intended to measure whether the program is doing what is set out to do.
The monitoring and evaluation work plan is a flexible guide to the steps you can use to document project activities, answer evaluation questions, and show progress toward project goals and objectives. Monitoring is the collection and analysis of information about a project or programme, undertaken while the projectprogramme is ongoing. Monitoring and evaluation monitoring and evaluation by janet shapiro email. Projectprogramme monitoring and evaluation guide box 1. Monitoring routine tracking of data to learn to what extent implementation is. Assessment, monitoring and evaluation interagency field. Project monitoring, evaluation and reporting section consists of two main parts. Guidelines for programme design, monitoring and evaluation.
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