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

• Understand the fundamentals of M&E and its importance in emergencies
• Design adaptable M&E frameworks and systems suitable for emergency situations
• Develop practical skills in data collection, management, analysis, and reporting under emergency conditions
• Apply appropriate M&E tools and methodologies in rapidly changing and challenging environments

Introduction to M&E in Emergencies

• Overview of M&E concepts and principles
• Concepts and terminologies related to emergencies
• Importance of M&E in emergency contexts
• Differences between M&E in stable and emergency environments
• Key challenges and considerations in emergency M&E

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

• Developing M&E plans tailored to emergency situations
• Setting realistic and measurable indicators
• Adapting M&E methodologies to dynamic and resource-constrained environments
• Establishing baselines and targets in unstable contexts

Establishing M&E Systems in Emergency Contexts

• Essential M&E steps in relation to each of the emergency phases
• Key components of an effective M&E system
• Steps to establish and operationalize M&E systems in emergencies
• Integrating M&E systems into existing emergency response frameworks
• Ensuring flexibility and adaptability of M&E systems to changing contexts

Data Collection in Emergency Settings

• Rapid needs assessments and baseline surveys
• Tools and techniques for data collection in emergencies (mobile data collection, remote sensing)
• Ensuring data quality, accuracy, and reliability under challenging conditions
• Ethical considerations and informed consent in data collection

Data Management and Analysis

• Data entry, cleaning, and management in emergency contexts
• Techniques for timely and effective data analysis
• Using data to inform decision-making and improve response efforts
• Handling missing or incomplete data

Real-Time Monitoring and Evaluation

• Implementing real-time monitoring systems to track progress and impact
• Utilizing technology for real-time data collection and analysis
• Adapting M&E approaches to rapidly changing situations
• Examples of real-time monitoring tools and platforms

Reporting and Communication

• Generating actionable reports from M&E data
• Visualizing data to support decision-making and stakeholder communication
• Communicating findings effectively to diverse audiences, including non-technical stakeholders
• Preparing reports for different purposes: internal use, donors, and public dissemination

This course is suitable for a wide range of professionals, including the following:

• Humanitarian aid workers
• Emergency response coordinators
• M&E professionals
• Project managers and coordinators
• Data analysts and researchers

The Monitoring and Evaluation in Emergencies Training Course is delivered by our seasoned trainers who have vast experience as expert professionals in their respective fields of practice. The course employs a mix of methodologies including presentations, group exercises, case studies, and much more. Group work is an essential component of the course. The course is designed to be primarily workshop-based, in which participants can work through tasks and problems that mimic their daily activities. Instructors are there to facilitate the group work, addressing real-world concerns.

At Virgon Africa, we believe in experiential learning. We value active participation in our courses through sharing experiences, ideas and practices.