MONITORING AND EVALUATION FOR GENDER-FOCUSED PROGRAMS ©

Program Objectives:

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the key concepts of gender-sensitive monitoring and evaluation (M&E).
2. Design M&E frameworks that integrate gender indicators and outcomes.
3. Collect, analyze, and report gender-disaggregated data effectively.
4. Apply participatory and feminist M&E methods.
5. Use findings to improve program design, accountability, and impact on gender equity.

Target Audience:

• Program and project managers in NGOs, government, or international agencies.
• Gender specialists and M&E officers.
• Researchers and policy analysts.
• Staff involved in gender equality and social inclusion projects.

Program Outline :

 Day 1: Foundations of Gender-Sensitive M&E

• Introduction to Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E): definitions, purpose, and scope.
• Key gender concepts: equity, empowerment, intersectionality.
• Why gender matters in M&E: common gaps and biases.
• Gender-sensitive Theory of Change and logical frameworks (logframes).
• Case studies: gender-blind vs. gender-aware evaluation.

 Day 2: Designing Gender-Responsive M&E Systems

• Setting SMART gender indicators (quantitative and qualitative).
• Baselines, targets, and benchmarks in gender programs.
• Tools and methods for collecting gender-disaggregated data.
• Integrating gender into evaluation questions and terms of reference.
• Participatory and feminist evaluation approaches.

 Day 3: Data Analysis, Reporting, and Utilization

• Analyzing and interpreting gender data.
• Ensuring gender-sensitive reporting (language, presentation, inclusiveness).
• Communicating findings to diverse stakeholders (policy briefs, dashboards, etc.).
• Using M&E results for learning, decision-making, and advocacy.
• Group exercise: developing a gender-responsive M&E plan.

Program Methodology:

Our programs are grounded in modern pedagogical principles that integrate theoretical knowledge with practical application, ensuring alignment with trainees’ needs and the evolving demands of the professional environment.

Training methodologies include:

• Interactive Workshops: Based on real-life data analysis and group discussions to reinforce applied understanding.
• Case Studies: Featuring models from international institutions that highlight real success stories and challenges.
• Realistic Simulations: Participants engage in professional scenarios that mirror actual situations requiring decision-making and situational management.
• Use of Advanced Tools and Technologies: Hands-on application of modern training software and tools tailored to the specific nature of each field.

Certification

Upon successful completion of the program, participants will receive a European-accredited certificate issued by CINPAA – Cooperative International for Training and Consulting, an officially registered and accredited training institute in the European Union, Spain, and the United Kingdom.