Enabling the Success

Introduction 

Be it an NGO or a project being implemented by the NGO, Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning have been identified to be critical metrics of assessing the overall performance of both. Additionally, MEAL helps in evaluating whether a project is achieving its targets and understand the required needs and adjustments. The MEAL skill has become imperative for organizations to continuously evolve and improve.

Training Objectives

The objective of this training is to familiarize the participants with the MEAL, comprehensive knowledge of MEAL principles, the Importance of MEAL in project management, participatory MEAL and learning in MEAL, how to create objectives and smart indicators in MEAL and MEAL planning. The course will include instruction of designing various MEAL tools e.g. Performance Tracking Table, Data Flow Map and Summary Evaluation Table etc.

Course Contents

The course addresses the full life cycle of monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning. Upon completion of the training the learners will know:

1. Introduction to MEAL

2. Designing MEAL

   1. The MEAL for organization or projects
   2. Planning and developing tools (Theory of Change, Results Frameworks, and log frames etc.)

3. Planning:

   1. Using practical tools (Performance Management Plans, Indicator Performance Tracking Tables, Summary Evaluation Tables, Evaluation Terms of Reference, Feedback-and-Response Mechanisms, Learning Plans and Communication Plans)

4. Collecting MEAL data

   1. Qualitative data collection tools q
   2. Quantitative data collection tools
   3. Sampling methods
   4. Data management practices

5. Analyzing MEAL data

   1. Analysis methods
   2. Informing project decision,
   3. Communicating with stakeholders
   4. Practicing adaptive management

Methodology of Training

The mixed-method approach will be used to inculcate the adult learning principles for the training. To make it highly innovative, the trainer will use discussion, case studies, group work, individual assignments, and exercises. The training will be conducted in a friendly environment where the participants will be encouraged to bring forward their queries and share their thoughts and opinions. Participative practical activities will reinforce individual and group learning. The training will be evaluated at every day’s end to know the shortcomings/lacking and will be improved for the next day.

Who Can Attend?

Those who seek to establish their career in MEAL or those who are already involved in MEAL but want to improve their understating of MEAL as per internationally accepted MEAL concepts, terminology, tools and techniques.

Medium of Instruction:

English

Duration & Venue:       

February 15 to 17, 2023

Sukkur – Pakistan

Registration Deadline:   

February 05, 2023

Training Fee

• Local Organizations (Pakistan Based)                               $190
• International Organizations (Pakistan Based)                $240
• Other Countries                                                                     $440

Early Bird Discount:  

10 % discount will be offered if registered before January 25, 2023.

Residential Package: 

Residential Package is available at the venue hotel on payment of required charges.

Discount Policy: Group Discount (from same organisation):

On every three paid nominations from same organisation, one person (i.e fourth one) will be free of charge.

In-House Training:

CRSM also offers this training for your organisation as an in-house event. This will be cost effective and customised for your organisation’s specific needs.

To discuss this, please contact CRSM representative at +92 321 55 65 072 or +92 316 58 87 783 or mail to registration@crsmconsulting.net

For Further Information, Please Contact:

Email: registration@crsmconsulting.net

Tel: +92 321 55 65 072 or +92 316 58 87 783