BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Eventin//Event Calendar//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH BEGIN:VEVENT UID:1b2e2735413363a6e3d1ebc0b754ab80@egytraining.org SUMMARY:Public Sector Monitoring &\; Evaluation DESCRIPTION:Introduction\nThis comprehensive course provides an in-depth ov erview and analysis of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) theories and practic es\, particularly focusing on how M&E enhances public management and public policy. Monitoring and evaluation play an essential role in improving deci sion-making within the public sector\, ensuring more efficient and effectiv e outcomes. The course uses both international and local case studies\, and participants will engage in discussions with policy managers\, policy advi sors\, and experienced evaluators from different governments to explore rea l-world examples of performance evaluation in the public sector and policy impact evaluation.\nBy focusing on government program evaluation methods\, policy analysis and evaluation\, and performance measurement in government\ , this course will provide participants with the knowledge and skills neces sary to implement robust monitoring and evaluation strategies\, leading to better decision-making and outcomes in the public sector.\nCourse Objective s\nBy the end of this course\, participants will be able to:\n\nUnderstand the critical role of monitoring and evaluation in public management and pub lic policy\, and how these processes can improve government accountability and policy implementation evaluation.\nExplore different monitoring and eva luation methods\, identifying their strengths and weaknesses in responding to key public sector and policy analysis and evaluation questions.\nGain pr actical knowledge on performance measurement in government\, and understand how to use monitoring and evaluation information effectively to improve pu blic sector effectiveness.\nLearn the essential components of evaluation de sign\, including how to set clear goals\, select appropriate indicators\, a nd develop measurable objectives for government program evaluation methods. \nEnhance project management skills\, including commissioning and managing monitoring and evaluation\, to ensure successful implementation and quality results.\n\nCourse Outlines\nDay 1: Introduction to Monitoring and Evaluat ion in the Public Sector\n\nThe fundamental role of monitoring and evaluati on in public administration and public policy.\nThe importance of M&E in pr omoting evidence-based policies and supporting accountability in the public sector.\nHow monitoring and evaluation contribute to the management for re sults and the role of research and auditing in ensuring transparency.\nExpl oration of different types of monitoring and evaluation approaches used to answer key public sector questions.\nExamples of performance measures in go vernment and their application to real-world challenges in the public secto r.\n\nDay 2: Designing Evaluation – Setting Goals and Objectives\n\nUnder standing how to define the goals and objectives of monitoring and evaluatio n to align with public policy priorities.\nDeveloping clear\, measurable ob jectives that ensure the success of the evaluation process and selecting ap propriate indicators for tracking progress.\nAligning evaluation goals with policy analysis and evaluation frameworks to ensure strategic outcomes.\nI ntroduction to program logic and identifying key evaluation questions to gu ide the evaluation process.\n\nDay 3: Methodologies and Approaches to Evalu ation\n\nExploring qualitative\, quantitative\, and mixed-method approaches used in monitoring and evaluation for effective data collection and analys is.\nOverview of essential data sources and tools for collecting data in pu blic sector monitoring systems.\nApplying data analysis techniques and inte rpreting findings to assess cost-effectiveness and value for money in gover nment projects.\nHow to synthesize results\, draw conclusions\, and ensure the findings contribute to policy impact evaluation and government program evaluation methods.\nReporting and disseminating findings effectively to st akeholders for transparency and informed decision-making.\n\nDay 4: Plannin g and Managing Monitoring and Evaluation\n\nEffective strategies for planni ng and implementing monitoring and evaluation processes in the public secto r.\nSetting timelines\, defining goals\, and ensuring adequate resources ar e allocated for efficient monitoring and evaluation execution.\nManaging mo nitoring and evaluation activities to ensure high-quality results and conti nuous improvement in policy analysis and evaluation.\n\nDay 5: Continued Pl anning and Managing Monitoring and Evaluation\n\nThe role of internal and e xternal evaluators and how to select the right evaluators for your projects .\nUnderstanding the responsibilities of the evaluator in the M&E process a nd establishing performance standards for evaluating government accountabil ity.\nEthical and cultural issues in evaluation: Addressing challenges in d ata collection and ensuring transparency\, integrity\, and privacy througho ut the evaluation process.\nIncorporating cultural and community perspectiv es to ensure that the evaluation process is inclusive\, respects local valu es\, and leads to effective results.\n\nWhy Attend This Course: Wins & Loss es!\n\nComprehensive understanding of monitoring and evaluation processes i n public administration and public policy\, leading to improved decision-ma king and government accountability.\nGain expertise in government program e valuation methods\, learning how to apply them to track public sector effec tiveness and policy implementation evaluation.\nDevelop critical performanc e measurement skills to assess cost-effectiveness and value for money\, ens uring efficient public sector services.\nLearn practical monitoring and eva luation strategies for managing policy impact evaluation and improving the public monitoring system.\nMaster the evaluation methodologies that will al low you to measure impact evaluation and improve the overall effectiveness of government programs.\n\nConclusion\nThis course offers vital knowledge f or anyone involved in public sector management or policy analysis and evalu ation. Whether you're a policy advisor\, manager\, or evaluator\, mastering monitoring and evaluation will enable you to improve government accountabi lity and enhance the effectiveness of public policies and services. You wil l leave this course with a robust understanding of evaluation methodologies and performance evaluation in the public sector\, ready to contribute to m ore efficient public administration and more impactful policy implementatio n. LOCATION:Rome DTSTAMP:20260615T030802Z DTSTART:20260604T034500Z DTEND:20260617T210500Z END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR