Institutionalizing M&E: Bridging Capacity Gaps and Strengthening National Evaluation Systems

Webinar | Online

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Abstract:
As nations strive for evidence-based policymaking, the institutionalization of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) systems has become imperative. Despite this, a significant number of low- and middle-income countries face challenges in implementing robust national evaluation frameworks. These challenges include limited human resources, insufficient funding, weak data infrastructures, and fragmented institutional frameworks.​

This session will delve into the challenges and opportunities associated with institutionalizing M&E at both national and subnational levels. Key discussion points include:​

Building Institutional Capacity: Strategies to address gaps in M&E expertise, data management, and evaluation literacy within public institutions.​

Sustaining Political Will: Approaches to ensure long-term governmental commitment to M&E beyond donor-driven initiatives.​

Integrating M&E Across Systems: Methods for embedding evaluation into governance structures to foster a culture of evidence-based policymaking.​

Leveraging Technology and Innovation: Exploring how digital tools, real-time data systems, and AI can enhance the efficiency and reliability of national evaluation systems

Speakers

Name Title Biography
Dr. Yatin R.S. Diwakar, Ph.D Dr Yateen specializes in evaluating government M&E systems in India. He collaborated with NITI Aayog on India's National Evaluation Policy and has led capacity-building initiatives for Young & Emerging Evaluators .with APEA, he co-led efforts to promote National Evaluation Policies and Systems. ​

Topics and Themes

Evaluators Evaluation Comissioners Decision makers VOPEs / Evaluation networks Media Academics Civil Society Youth Evaluation for a Better Future: Environmental Sustainability, Inclusion, and Peace Evaluation Networks Governance Public Policy

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