Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning for Agricultural Projects Training Course

Module 1: Introduction to MEAL for Agricultural Projects

• Key concepts and principles of MEAL
• Importance of MEAL in agricultural project management
• MEAL frameworks and models
• Case study analysis
• Practical session: Developing MEAL frameworks

Module 2: Designing MEAL Systems for Agricultural Projects

• Setting objectives and indicators
• Developing logical frameworks (logframes)
• Participatory data collection methods
• Creating MEAL plans
• Practical session: Designing MEAL systems

Module 3: Participatory Data Collection Techniques

• Participatory rural appraisal (PRA) methods
• Focus group discussions
• Key informant interviews
• Agricultural surveys and questionnaires
• Practical session: Conducting participatory data collection

Module 4: Data Management and Storage

• Data management processes
• Database management systems
• Data security and confidentiality
• Data storage solutions
• Practical session: Managing and storing data

Module 5: Data Analysis and Interpretation

• Statistical analysis techniques for agricultural data
• Qualitative data analysis methods
• Using software for data analysis (e.g., SPSS, NVivo)
• Data visualization techniques
• Practical session: Analyzing agricultural data

Module 6: Impact Evaluation in Agricultural Projects

• Concepts and principles of impact evaluation
• Designing impact evaluations for agricultural projects
• Data collection for impact evaluation
• Analyzing and interpreting impact evaluation data
• Practical session: Conducting impact evaluations

Module 7: Accountability Mechanisms for Agricultural Projects

• Principles of accountability in agricultural projects
• Developing accountability frameworks
• Tools and methods for ensuring accountability
• Case studies on accountability mechanisms
• Practical session: Implementing accountability mechanisms

Module 8: Integrating Learning into Agricultural Projects

• Learning and adaptation in agricultural project management
• Capturing and sharing lessons learned
• Developing learning agendas
• Case studies on integrating learning
• Practical session: Implementing learning activities

Module 9: Using MEAL Findings in Agricultural Projects

• Communicating MEAL findings
• Using findings for decision-making
• Developing recommendations based on MEAL data
• Case studies on using MEAL findings
• Practical session: Presenting MEAL findings

Module 10: Reporting and Communicating MEAL Results

• Writing effective MEAL reports
• Communicating results to diverse audiences
• Visualization tools for presenting data
• Developing communication strategies
• Practical session: Creating MEAL reports

Requirements

Participants should be reasonably proficient in English.

Applicants must live up to Armstrong Global Institute admission criteria.

Terms and Conditions

1. Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free

2. What is catered for by the Course Fees: Fees cater for all requirements for the training – Learning materials, Lunches, Teas, Snacks and Certification. All participants will additionally cater for their travel and accommodation expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

3. Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded Certificates of Participation at the end of the training.

4. The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.

5. Approval of Course: Our Programs are NITA Approved. Participating organizations can therefore claim reimbursement on fees paid in accordance with NITA Rules.

Booking for Training

Simply send an email to the Training Officer on training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com and we will send you a registration form. We advise you to book early to avoid missing a seat to this training.

Or call us on +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588

Payment Options

We provide 3 payment options, choose one for your convenience, and kindly make payments at least 5 days before the Training start date to reserve your seat:

1. Groups of 5 People and Above – Cheque Payments to: Armstrong Global Training & Development Center Limited should be paid in advance, 5 days to the training.

2. Invoice: We can send a bill directly to you or your company.

3. Deposit directly into Bank Account (Account details provided upon request)

Cancellation Policy

1. Payment for all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.

2. Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.

3. No refunds will be made 14 days or less before the training commencement date. However, participants who are unable to attend may opt to attend a similar training course at a later date or send a substitute participant provided the participation criteria have been met.

Tailor Made Courses

This training course can also be customized for your institution upon request for a minimum of 5 participants. You can have it conducted at our Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588 or Email training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com

Accommodation and Airport Transfer

Accommodation and Airport Transfer is arranged upon request and at extra cost. For reservations contact the Training Officer on Email: training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com or on Tel: +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588