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… External evaluation capacity refers to the ability of entities outside the government, such as non-governmental … capacity contributes to a robust ecosystem outside of government with the requisite skills, experience, and … government plans to scale up its evaluation activities, it needs to know whether there is a sufficient market of capable …MethodTime to listen: Hearing people on the receiving end of international aid
… This guide reports on the ideas, insights, and analyses of almost 6,000 people who were beneficiaries of international aid projects. It aims to better understand … some very broad, big-picture questions about the nature of international development. Excerpt " Does the way that …ResourceManage data
… data so it can be transferred between different types of software for analysis. Good data management is … that are used to ensure data quality. Using data of unknown or low quality may result in making the wrong … writing, reading, storage, transmission, or processing of computerised data. Ensuring data quality also extends to …Framework/GuideRainbow FrameworkUnderstand causes of outcomes and impacts
… Most evaluations require ways of addressing questions about cause and effect – not only … Understanding causes can also be important in other types of evaluations. For example in a process evaluation, there often needs to be some explanation of why implementation is good or …Framework/GuideRainbow FrameworkUNICEF webinar: Overview of data collection and analysis methods in Impact Evaluation
… What is the value of using mixed methods in impact evaluation? What methods and … The second webinar in this series provides an overview of data collection and analysis methods in an impact … including how to choose methods to match different types of key evaluation questions, good data management, sampling …ResourceOrganizational development impact evaluation: Ethiopia country program
… consultants who were commissioned to evaluate ten years of capacity building interventions by the organisation. "The Terms of Reference indicated the need to find out whether or not … in the data collection done in Ethiopia during the month of October. A selection of key stakeholders participated in …ResourceImpartiality
… treating all aspects and stakeholders fairly. Key aspects of impartiality in evaluation can include: Avoiding undue … might employ strategies such as: Having clear terms of reference (see transparency ) Ensuring reliable data … Using transparent methods (see transparency ) Being aware of and managing one's own biases (see bias reduction ). For …MethodDemystifying evaluation: Communication strategies for making evaluation more engaging and more inclusive (Webinar)
… more inclusive for various audiences in different regions of the world. How do you promote something complex and … not something easy to sell to our target audiences. Most of the time, it’s because of all the mystery and the jargon surrounding it. How can we …ResourceIssues raised by participants in InterAction Forum
… As part of the 'Impact Evaluation in Action' session at last week's … indicators of success could have been tailored to donor needs, (2) donors are not as interested in “learning” … indicators of success could have been tailored to donor needs, (2) donors are not as interested in “learning” …BlogDecide whether the evaluation will be done by an external team, an internal team or a hybrid of both
… perspective, insight, broader experience, and recent state-of-the-art knowledge (i.e., outsider perspective). Knowledge … evaluator(s): Are familiar with the substance and context of research for development programming. External … difficult to find evaluators who understand the specifics of research for development programming. Buy-in Internal …Framework/GuideManager's guide to evaluationDiploma in Results-based Budgeting
… maximizing government outcomes and reducing the waste of public resources. … Diploma in Results-based Budgeting …Academic ProgramMaster in Political Economy and Institutions, with concentration in Economics and Sustainability Evaluation
… in the field. The course emphasizes the political economy of development, taking into account the importance of context in analyzing and addressing important issues such …Academic ProgramDiploma in Social Evaluation and Project Management
… The goal of this training is to equip officials, who attend the …Academic ProgramDiploma in Evaluation and Project Management
… The aim of this diploma program is to equip students with the …Academic ProgramA guide to measuring advocacy and policy
… strategies for measuring and evaluating the impact of advocacy and public policy grant making. The guide … gives advice for designing the evaluation. A handbook of data collection tools is a companion to this guide and provides a range of tools and processes that can be used to gather data about …ResourceEvaluating Impacts of Peacebuilding Interventions
… opportunities that may be faced when evaluating the impact of programs designed to build peace in conflict settings; to … with statebuilding and peacebuilding at the centre of its work in fragile and conflict--‐affected countries … The framework centres on addressing the causes and effects of conflict and fragility, and building conflict resolution …ResourceEvaluation for Improvement: A Seven-Step Empowerment Evaluation Approach
… preparing for the hiring and concludes with an assessment of an evaluation to ensure its sustainability. Excerpt … with independent evaluation led to the development of participatory evaluation approaches as a way to promote an organization’s use of evaluation for the improvement of its strategies. Although …ResourceInnovative approach to evaluating interventions in fragile and conflict-affected states: the case of Helmand.
… fragile and conflict-affected states and provides a range of examples of innovative approaches used in Helmund, Afghanistan. … in insecure environments and the development and use of data-management systems for use in collaborative …ResourceMeasuring the Un-Measurable: Solutions to Measurement Challenges in Fragile and Conflict-affected Environments
… (DFID) , was developed to improve the measurement of programmes in fragile and conflict environments. The guide provides a detailed overview of tools, methodologies and approaches that can be used in these situations and includes examples of different ways the tool can be integrated into programme …ResourceEvaluating Complexity: Propositions for Improving Practice
… Cook for FSG , is focused on bringing together knowledge of systems change, complexity, and evaluation in order to clarify and describe how the role of evaluation needs to change in order to better serve the social sector. …Resource‘Context Matters’ framework for improving evidence use: what do policymakers and practitioners think about it?
… influences such as organisational culture , and where it needs further development, including making power analysis … experience from projects engaged in supporting the use of evidence in policymaking. It explicitly enacts principles … models. In addition its message about the importance of understanding and addressing context is one which is …ResourceUSAID collaborating, learning and adapting in action case competition library
… and Adapting (CLA) Case Competition captures case studies of USAID staff and implementing partners using a CLA approach … users to search through submissions based on a number of parameters. This resource and the following information … (CLA) Case Competition captures real-life case studies of USAID staff and implementing partners using a CLA approach …ResourceEval C3
… EvalC3 is an organised set of tools for developing, exploring and evaluating predictive models of expected outcomes. This resource and the following … Key features EvalC3 is an Excel app, that contains a set of macro-based tools that enable the user to work through a …ResourceTowards Systemic Approaches to Evaluation and Impact - IDS Special Issue
… This special edition of the IDS Bulletin focuses on exploring the potential of systems ideas and complexity concepts to meet development needs. Within this the individual articles focus on ideas …ResourceGuidelines for applying multi-criteria analysis to the assessment of criteria and indicators
… who need clear and easy to follow instructions on the use of MCA. Excerpt The information is structured so that the … before delving into the more specific applications of Multi Criteria Analysis. The manual reviews the conceptual framework of C&I and introduces the theoretical basis of MCA, and …ResourceEstimated costs for evaluation services depending on the scale of the program being evaluated
… The resource provides a guide for the expected costs of various evaluative activities in an Australian context. … Authors and their affiliation George Argyros, Institute of Public Policy Governance, University of Technology, Sydney. Key features The resource provides a …ResourceA new era for BetterEvaluation
… For immediate release The Board of Better Evaluation Ltd has announced the resignation of inaugural CEO, Professor Patricia Rogers. The Chair of the Board, Karen Barfoot, said Professor Rogers had guided …NewsElectronic democracy
… Electronic democracy uses new and emergent forms of media to engage community members in seeking to influence … to apply pressure to those in power over a diverse range of issues. "Media sources that may be used for the processes of democracy include television and radio, but the internet …MethodFlip charts
… Flip charts are large sheets of paper, usually positioned on a tripod, to be used with … making presentations. First, they provide a useful way of interacting with your audience: Not only can you present … information, a flip chart provides an excellent means of engaging intended users in discussions – for example about …MethodDemographic mapping
… Demographic mapping is a way of using GIS (global information system) mapping technology … technology, allowing users to customize the data to their needs, to view changes over time or select regions for … to explain decisions regarding the design and targeting of the programme or project, for example in an inception or …MethodCommunication for Development (C4D)
… The Evaluating C4D Resource Hub is a collection of methods, guides, and tools to use when researching, … interrelated cultural and contextual factors with the aim of bringing about social and behavioural changes. C4D often … of methods, tools and resources that suit your practical needs and match the approach you want to take. You will …Framework/GuideCommunication for Development (C4D)WHO evaluation practice handbook
… the definition, objectives, principles, and management of evaluation in WHO, and the second provides detailed … with WHO's evaluation policy. Included are a number of templates that can be used during the different phases of … 48 Conducting the evaluation 50 Identifying information needs and data collection methods 50 Briefing and supporting …Resource