Introduction:

 The Monitoring and Evaluation for Governance course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills to effectively monitor and evaluate governance programs and initiatives. The course focuses on understanding the importance of monitoring and evaluation in the governance context, developing monitoring and evaluation frameworks, collecting and analyzing data, and using evaluation findings to improve governance outcomes. Through interactive discussions, case studies, and practical exercises, participants will learn how to design and implement monitoring and evaluation systems that contribute to evidence-based decision-making and enhance governance effectiveness.

Course Objectives:

 By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the importance of monitoring and evaluation in the governance sector.
2. Develop monitoring and evaluation frameworks tailored to governance programs.
3. Design data collection methods and tools for governance monitoring and evaluation.
4. Analyze and interpret data to assess governance performance and impact.
5. Use evaluation findings to improve governance policies, programs, and practices.
6. Enhance the capacity of organizations to effectively monitor and evaluate governance initiatives.
7. Promote evidence-based decision-making and accountability in governance.

Organizational Benefits:

Upon completion of this course, organizations can expect the following benefits:

1. Improved understanding and implementation of monitoring and evaluation in governance programs.
2. Enhanced capacity to assess the effectiveness and impact of governance initiatives.
3. Evidence-based decision-making for policy development and program improvement.
4. Increased accountability and transparency in governance practices.
5. Enhanced governance outcomes and performance.
6. Improved reporting to stakeholders and donors.
7. Strengthened organizational learning and knowledge management in the governance sector.

Who Should Attend:

 This course is suitable for professionals working in the governance sector, including:

1. Government officials and policymakers involved in governance reform and implementation.
2. Program managers and officers responsible for governance initiatives.
3. Monitoring and evaluation practitioners seeking to specialize in the governance context.
4. Civil society organizations engaged in governance advocacy and monitoring.
5. Development practitioners working on governance-related projects.
6. Researchers and academics interested in governance monitoring and evaluation.

Duration:

5 days

Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to Monitoring and Evaluation for Governance

• Understanding the role of monitoring and evaluation in governance
• Key concepts and frameworks in governance monitoring and evaluation
• Linkages between monitoring and evaluation, governance, and development outcomes

Module 2: Developing a Governance Monitoring and Evaluation Framework

• Setting objectives and indicators for governance monitoring and evaluation
• Designing a logic model for governance programs
• Developing a results framework and theory of change

Module 3: Data Collection Methods for Governance Monitoring and Evaluation

• Designing surveys, interviews, and focus groups for governance data collection
• Using qualitative and quantitative data collection techniques
• Ethical considerations in governance data collection

Module 4: Data Analysis and Interpretation in Governance Monitoring and Evaluation

• Analyzing governance data using statistical software
• Interpreting findings and identifying trends and patterns
• Presenting data in a clear and meaningful way

Module 5: Using Evaluation Findings for Governance Improvement

• Utilizing evaluation findings to inform governance policy and decision-making
• Developing recommendations for governance program improvement
• Using evaluation as a tool for organizational learning and adaptive management

Module 6: Performance Monitoring and Indicator Development in Governance

• Establishing performance monitoring systems for governance programs
• Developing governance indicators for measuring progress and impact
• Using data dashboards for real-time performance monitoring

Module 7: Evaluating Governance Impact and Effectiveness

• Assessing governance impact on society and citizens
• Evaluating the effectiveness of governance policies and programs
• Applying different evaluation approaches and methods in the governance context

Module 8: Evaluating Governance Transparency and Accountability

• Assessing transparency and accountability mechanisms in governance
• Evaluating the effectiveness of anti-corruption measures
• Using evaluation to enhance accountability in governance processes

Module 9: Building Capacity for Governance Monitoring and Evaluation

• Strengthening organizational capacity for monitoring and evaluation in governance
• Developing monitoring and evaluation plans for governance initiatives
• Ensuring sustainability of monitoring and evaluation efforts

Module 10: Best Practices and Lessons Learned in Governance Monitoring and Evaluation

• Case studies and success stories in governance monitoring and evaluation
• Sharing best practices and lessons learned from different governance contexts
• Identifying challenges and potential solutions in governance monitoring and evaluation

General Notes

·         All our courses can be Tailor-made to participants' needs

·         The participant must be conversant in English

·         Presentations are well-guided, practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are experts with more than 10 years of experience.

·         Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with a Foscore development center certificate (FDC-K)

·         Training will be done at the Foscore development center (FDC-K) centers. We also offer inhouse and online training on the client schedule

·         Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

·         The course fee for onsite training includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, a buffet lunch, and a Certificate of successful completion of Training. Participants will be responsible for their own travel expenses and arrangements, airport transfers, visa application dinners, health/accident insurance, and other personal expenses.

·         Accommodation, pickup, freight booking, and Visa processing arrangement, are done on request, at discounted prices.

·         Tablet and Laptops are provided to participants on request as an add-on cost to the training fee.

·         One-year free Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

·         Register as a group of more than two and enjoy a discount of (10% to 50%)

·         Payment should be done before commence of the training or as agreed by the parties, to the FOSCORE DEVELOPMENT CENTER account, so as to enable us to prepare better for you.

·         For any inquiries reach us at training@fdc-k.org or +254712260031

·         Website:www.fdc-k.org