Module 8 project planning, monitoring and evaluation is divided into six units. The roles of monitoring and evaluation in projects f a o otieno engineering programme group, technikon southern africa. Implementation is the stage where all the planned activities are put into action. A plan for monitoring, evaluating, and learning from a usaid activity activity mel plan or project project mel plan. Evaluation results can be used to maintain or improve program quality and to ensure that future planning can be more evidencebased.
Program planning, implementation and evaluation tools. A menu of evaluations approach is also a call for increased emphasis on evaluation planning and costeffectiveness in the results agenda. Project monitoring, evaluation and reporting section consists of two main parts. Project planning, monitoring and evaluation bangladesh open. Project planning process 2002 and the icrc economic security units programme project management. This is the regular systematic collection and analysis of information to track the progress of program implementation against pre. The international federation has developed the manual inter nally to suit the particular needs and uses of projectprogramme management within the. 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. Monitoring, planning and implementation integrating the monitoring at all stages by phil bartle, phd workshop handout monitoring is an integral part of every project, from start to finish. Briceno senor monitoring and evaluation specialist, the world bank, indu johnabraham operations officer, lacprmpr, and participants at the workshop on evidence based policy.
This paper sets out the roles of both monitoring and evaluation in successful implementation of projects and how these can be applied. How to develop a monitoring and evaluation plan the compass. Monitoring and evaluation implementation framework for continuing professional development cpd 1. Introduction to monitoring and evaluation and the logical framework 1. Project planning must always be adapted to what is appropriate and reasonable based on the context and situation. To investigate the various factors for effective implementation of project controls this research employs a multiple case study analysis, where construction projects are studied. The handbook recognizes that planning, monitoring and evaluation require a focus on. Monitoring and evaluation food and agriculture organization of. The project controls systems are implemented stage wise, to meet the demands of large scale construction projects in contracting companies. During implementation, activities are carried out to achieve the intended results objectives.
Based on this exercise, which evaluation methodology is used, for which program and when during the program cycle, will be determined. Evaluation of the project process, outputs and partnership meetings and consolidated project framework 20022004 with action. Information doing crime prevention is an ongoing process that requires a longterm vision so that there is a longterm impact. The relationship between monitoring and evaluation and the. To see how your project is doing day to day ongoing monitoring. This guide was developed by the planning and evaluation department. Planning and implementing a project monitoring and evaluation system. 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 systematic approach to the planning, implementation, monitoring. Project programme monitoring and evaluation guide 2. A step by step guide to monitoring and evaluation university of. Initial assessment, planning, implementation, evaluate.
The justification and motives are stated as follows. Key indicators used to monitor implementation progress toward the achievement of objectives. Supports the implementation of the iucn evaluation policy and standards. Project evaluation project monitoring focusing on activities and outputs and their contribution to outcomes. Monitoring at the project level the basis for project monitoring is provided by the letter of agreement loa signed between the implementing organization and escap, which includes a logical framework, budget and activity details, and a timeline and expected contents of progress reports. Concept of project evaluation evaluation as part of managing for impact design, monitoring and evaluation are all part of resultsbased project management. This handbook is a handy companion guide to project monitoring and evaluation, starting from answering basic questions before going on to discuss some basic approaches and evaluation methods. The approach is based on traditional evaluation methods, empowerment evaluation, resultsbased accountability and continuous quality improvement.
Negotiate between stakeholders to decide what to monitor and evaluate 4. The materials include exercises, session notes and agendas for conducting training. Monitoring systems are determined during the planning phase while evaluation is determined at the end of the project or program d. Jul 21, 2015 project monitoring and evaluation and its importance. Support projectprogramme implementation with accurate, evidence. Introduction to monitoring and evaluation using the. Handbook for monitoring and evaluation 1st edition october 2002. Handbook for project planning, monitoring, evaluation and. It is about building benchmarks and accountability into your plan, and using them to evaluate the plan as you go and after the project is finished. It highlights the common constraints and ways in which these constraints can be overcome.
Evaluation of the project process, outputs and partnership meetings and consolidated project framework 20022004 with action plans. The rush to intervene without adequate monitoring and evaluation. Monitoring and evaluation plan makivik corporation. Project planning, monitoring and evaluation unit 1. Best looked at as a quick overview of the project monitoring and evaluation field, it is written in a question and answer style that makes it more accessible. Introduction to project planning this unit gives an overview of the different tasks that are involved in the design, development and implementation of a project. Handbook on planning monitoring and evaluating for development. Since it is being usual that project is delayed and over budget, also realized that there is lacking. The monitoring and evaluation plan for the kagera tamp will serve two functions. Data collected during project implementation support project.
Through developing and testing concepts and approaches, and through dialogue with regional and global managers they established a general consensus on acceptable and realistic standards and core practices for planning, monitoring and evaluation of projects and programmes in. The resultsbased approach 2008 reflecting the significant similarity of approach. Guidelines for programme design, monitoring and evaluation oecd. Development of the monitoring and evaluation plan is an essential step to manage the process of assessing and reporting progress towards achieving project outputs and outcomes, and to identify what evaluation questions will be addressed through evaluation. The key idea underlying project cycle management, and specifically monitoring and evaluation, is to help those responsible for managing the resources and activities of a project to enhance. A project is a series of activities investments that aim at solving particular problems within a given time frame and in a particular location. A logical framework is used as the tool to systematise the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development projects. Monitoring involves keeping track of the implementation and performance of a project. If the planned project is a continuation phase, or if other projects are being implemented in the area, planning can be carried out as part of the normal followup process or in connection with an internal evaluation of an ongoing project.
Projects are an attempt, using specific inputs, to create a better situation for the beneficiaries. Form a project group to manage the planning, monitoring, evaluation and reporting processes consider which representatives for rightsholders to include in the process, and which different groups of dutybearers to involve in the planning. A processbased look at implementing reform from design to monitoring and evaluation. Success factors for effective implementation of project. Pdf importance of monitoring and evaluation in the. Only evaluation suffices in result based management 3. Monitoring and evaluation helps project managers in keeping track the implementation of the projects and its prudence in the utilization of the resources. Monitoring and evaluation can help an organization extract relevant informationfrompastandongoingactivitiesthatcanbeusedasthebasisforprogram maticfinetuning,reorientationandfutureplanning. Determining project alternatives includes finding those with similar objectives, target groups, operational implementation, and contexts to the project being.
Common issues affecting lessons learned monitoring and. Answers to the monitoring and evaluation quiz iaphl. The national planning commission has accomplished a momentous task by preparing these national monitoring and evaluation guidelines with the objective of improving and systematizing the monitoring and evaluation process. Evaluation is a systematic process to understand what a program does and how well the program does it. Program planning and implementation are inextricability linked to monitoring and evaluation.
Monitoring helps project managers to understand whether the. This section of the project guidelines and standards outlines the processes, tools and guidance related to project. For this purpose, the role of monitoring and evaluation systems at different levels is critical. This guide is intended for people managing projectsprogrammes in national red. Monitoring is the continuous observation of a projects progress by systematically gathering key performance data for regular analysis see chapter 6. Pdf one activity that support oil and gas production in cinta corp project activity. Before the implementation of a project, the implementors spearheaded by the project committee or executive should identify their strength and weaknesses internal forces, opportunities and threats external forces. This summary statement contains the tools from this report refer to methods for program planning, implementation and evaluation summary statement for the methods. Its harmonised terminology facilitates use alongside the project planning process ppp and better programming initiative bpi. Project planning process 2002 and the icrc economic security units programme. This2009versionofthehandbookonplanning,monitoringandevaluatingfor developmentresultsaimstosupportundpinbecomingmoreresultsorientedand. Specific support was also provided by usaid, and by the implementation research platform, which is based at the world health organization and brings together the alliance for health policy and systems research. Guidelines for programme design, monitoring and evaluation. A case of ngofunded projects in kenya angela wangui kjmonyi a management research project submitted in partial fulfillment for degree of master.
The material in this module is intended to help facilitate training in monitoring and evaluation in the results framework. They are an integral part of the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of all development interventions. It starts by defining what a project is and goes on to identify some of the stages. Highquality projects depend on careful monitoring of activities and outcomes in order to track progress toward a positive impact on the lives of the poor and marginalized. Introduction to monitoring and evaluation using the logical. Evaluation constitutes part of an ongoing cycle of program planning, implementation, and improvement patton. They are distinct from missionwide performance management plans pmp. While not a separate phase, evaluation which includes ongoing, midterm, and final evaluation is an essential part of the cycle, occurs throughout the life of the project, and informs all phases. The different steps of project or program cycle are.