Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) Training – 10 Days
Course Overview:
This comprehensive 10-day MEAL training is designed to equip development professionals, project managers, and M&E practitioners with the knowledge and practical skills needed to monitor project progress, evaluate outcomes, ensure accountability, and promote continuous learning.
Participants will explore essential MEAL components and learn to design and implement effective frameworks for data collection, analysis, and reporting. The course emphasizes integrating MEAL systems throughout the project cycle to improve performance, enhance transparency, and drive informed decision-making. Practical exercises, case studies, and hands-on sessions (including mobile-based data collection and software training) will ensure skill development for real-world application.
What You’ll Gain:
- A solid understanding of MEAL concepts and principles
- Ability to design and implement MEAL frameworks and plans
- Skills in data collection (including mobile tools), management, and analysis using SPSS/Stata/R
- Insights into accountability mechanisms and effective learning strategies
- Capacity to report findings, communicate outcomes, and inform decisions with evidence
- Tools for stakeholder engagement and feedback integration
Course Modules:
Module 1: Introduction to MEAL – Key concepts, purpose, and the MEAL approach
Module 2: MEAL Frameworks and Planning – Cycle, indicators, and plan development
Module 3: Budgeting for MEAL – Costing MEAL activities and resource planning
Module 4: Accountability & Learning – Complaints handling, feedback, and adaptation
Module 5: Baseline & Evaluation Design – Tools for assessment and impact tracking
Module 6: Survey Planning – Sampling, data tools, and implementation
Module 7: Mobile Data Collection – Using ODK for field data gathering
Module 8: Data Management – Organizing and visualizing data (SPSS/Stata/R)
Module 9: Data Analysis & Interpretation – Statistical tools and qualitative insights
Module 10: Reporting Through MEAL – Writing reports, sharing lessons, and decision-making
Who Should Attend:
This course is ideal for project and program managers, M&E officers, development practitioners, NGO staff, and others involved in results-based management, accountability, or learning.
Duration: 10 Days
Delivery Mode: In-person / Online (customize as needed)
Training Approach:
This instructor-led training includes interactive sessions, real-world case studies, and group discussions. Participants will receive training manuals and reference materials for continued learning.
🎓 Certificate:
A Certificate of Completion will be awarded upon successful completion of the course.
Course Fee:
- Classroom Training: USD 1,050 (Includes tuition, tea refreshments, and lunch. Accommodation and travel not included.)
- Virtual Training: USD 400
📝 Registration:
Secure your spot today by registering HERE.
Note:
- We are also offering select training sessions in Kigali, Rwanda. If you are interested in attending a session in Rwanda, please register HERE to view available courses and schedules.
- Explore more courses HERE for details on additional courses tailored to your needs.
📞 Contact us at training@perk-gafrica.com or +254712 028 449
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