Diploma in Monitoring and Evaluation for NGO Projects and Organizations
Africa Training Institute is pleased to announce a Diploma in Monitoring and Evaluation for NGO Projects and Organizations Course. This is both an online and Distance Learning Course, which starts 1st of every month.
Overall Course Overview
Many NGOs face growing pressure from donors and communities to show clear results and make the best use of limited resources. This Diploma in Monitoring and Evaluation for NGO Projects and Organizations gives participants the practical skills and knowledge needed to design, implement, and manage effective M&E systems at both project and organizational levels. The program combines strong foundational concepts with hands-on tools that help NGOs track progress, measure impact, improve decision-making, and meet donor reporting requirements.
Course Objectives
- Explain core concepts and principles of monitoring and evaluation in the NGO context
- Design and implement M&E frameworks, including logical frameworks and theories of change
- Develop clear indicators, targets, and data collection methods suitable for NGO projects
- Collect, manage, and analyze both quantitative and qualitative data
- Apply participatory approaches that actively involve beneficiaries and stakeholders
- Produce clear, professional M&E reports that meet donor and organizational needs
- Use M&E findings for adaptive management, continuous improvement, and impact assessment
- Integrate M&E into day-to-day project and organizational operations
The Following are the Key Thematic Areas Participants Will Cover:
- 1. Introduction to Monitoring and Evaluation in NGOs
- 2. Theories of Change and Results Frameworks
- 3. Developing M&E Plans and Logical Frameworks
- 4. Setting Indicators and Performance Targets
- 5. Quantitative and Qualitative Data Collection Methods
- 6. Participatory Approaches and Beneficiary Engagement
- 7. Data Management, Analysis, and Visualization
- 8. Impact Assessment and Evaluation Techniques
- 9. M&E Systems at Project and Organizational Levels
- 10. Ethical Issues, Accountability, and Transparency in M&E
- 11. Digital Tools and Technology for Monitoring
- 12. Reporting, Communication, and Use of M&E Findings
- 13. Adaptive Management and Learning from M&E
- 14. Case Studies and Best Practices in NGO M&E
- 15. Capstone Project: Designing a Full M&E System
Assignments
There are four assignments (continuous assessment tests), research paper and one examination to be offered at the end of the course. Assignments account for 40%, research paper counts for 30%, while the Final Exam accounts for 30% of the total mark. Upon completion of the course, you shall be issued with a Diploma Certificate and a course transcript. Examination Certificate and Transcripts will be sent after successful completion of the course.
Mode of Delivery
Online / Distance Learning
Practicum
- - The Entire Duration is 6 Months (24 Weeks)
- - 24 weeks (5 to 6 hours per week)
Training Format
- - Weekly live online sessions with experienced facilitators
- - Self-paced learning through recorded lectures, readings, and practical exercises
- - Group discussions and peer learning forums
- - Real-world case studies from NGO projects across Africa and beyond
- - Hands-on assignments and practical application to participants’ own work
Cost of the Course:
USD 600
Participants
Development Professionals
Application Procedure
- Applicants should fill out a detailed Application form and send it back via e-mail to info@africatraininginstitute.org
General Course Contact
- The Academics Manager,
- Africa Training Institute Studies (ATI)
- E-mail: info@africatraininginstitute.org