The design of monitoring & evaluation (M&E) systems
In the design of M&E systems we seek to understand the linkages between monitoring, results measurement, evaluation, learning and adaptation, and how they underpin good strategy and excellence in international development programming.
Our experience has shown that when projects collect information and data, they rarely stop to think about the burdens they generate. As a result of not considering these costs, the bureaucratic collection of data and information can become an end in itself rather than a means to improve programming or wider learning.
Ensuring monitoring and results measurement (MRM) and M&E generate useful information is essential, and requires careful design. A framework for understanding how this can be done was set out in a blog post here. In another post, the importance of recognising and learning from failure was also discussed, this can be equally important to effective systems as learning from successes.
Our Services
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Monitoring & results measurement
We support programmes to develop and deliver improved monitoring and results measurement (MRM) systems. This includes the design of payment by results (PbR) / results based financing (RBF) approaches, and development of MRM/M&E and value for money (VfM) frameworks.
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Evaluation & impact appraisal
At the heart of our work is design and implementation of high quality and rigorous evaluations, using quantitative and qualitative methods. We support programmes to measure and understand impact, across a range of sectors in international development.
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Learning & Adaptation
The ultimate goal of research should be to improve and learn, influence policy and adapt projects and programmes to maximise effectiveness, value for money, and impact. We provide the rigour to achieve this, and support design, strategy & implementation of development programming.
Let’s Work Together
We’re always looking for new opportunities and put together strong and capable teams to work in a wide range of country contexts and sectors. Please get in touch.