Timely and reliable monitoring and evaluation (M&E) makes it possible to identify trends, strengths and areas for improvement in our work at national, regional and global level.
At IFRC, monitoring and evaluation is not just a principle, but a practice. We actively strive to build capacity throughout the Movement with resources, trainings, and technical guidance and support:
- Project/Programme Planning Guidance Manual Guidance and templates for project and programme planning at IFRC, incorporating a logical framework model to support reliable M&E. (Manual in French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Albanian)
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Logical framework (“logframe”) template Used to summarize the logical sequence of a project or programme’s objectives and assumptions (risk factors), as well as the indicators and means to accountably monitor and assess performance.
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- Monitoring and Evaluation Guide Guidance and templates to promote a common understanding and reliable practice of M&E for IFRC programme/projects. (Guide in French, Spanish, Russian, Albanian)
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Monitoring and Evaluation Plan Matrix used to define indicators, methods of measurement and specific M&E responsibilities and time frame.
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Indicator Tracking Table Project/programme spreadsheet used to monitor and report on performance indicators from the logframe on a regular basis, with targets, actual, and % of actual identified for each indicator.
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Project/Programme Report template A comprehensive reporting format linked to the Indicator Tracking Table, and including other key areas such as stakeholder feedback, situational analysis, financial status, and sustainability.
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Sample Calculator There are numerous online sample calculators, such as www.surveysystem.com/sscalc.htm and www.raosoft.com/samplesize.html. Or you can click here for an Excel version of a sample calculator. |
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Baseline Basics This overview guide is intended to support NS and other IFRC project teams and stakeholders to conduct reliable and useful baseline studies that help better measure and deliver services to those in need. |
- Framework for Evaluations Guides how evaluations are planned, managed, conducted, and utilized in IFRC, ensuring that they adhere to the highest international and ethical standards and practices. (document in French | in Spanish | in Arabic)
- Evaluation database An internet archive of completed IFRC Secretariat-funded evaluations and related studies (i.e. baselines) for public viewing and transparency, as well as strategic planning and lesson sharing.
- PMER Pocket Guide The purpose of this is to provide a user-friendly summary of key PMER concepts and practices for good PMER, based on the key elements of IFRC PMER guidelines (primarily the Project/Programmed Planning Guide, the Project/Programming M&E Guide, and the IFRC Framework for Evaluation).
- Classroom and online training on Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting
• A complete package of skills-based training materials is available for National Society and IFRC staff and volunteers in English, French, Spanish and Arabic – see contacts below for more information.
• An online training on project/programme planning is available in English, French and Spanish. Please go to the IFRC’s “Learning Platform”. Once you have signed up to the Learning Platform, search for “PPP” to access the course.
For further information, please contact IFRC’s Planning and Evaluation department (PED) at misgana.ghebreberhan@ifrc.org