Course Details

M&E Capacity Building and Training Design Training Course

INTRODUCTION

This essential training course provides comprehensive knowledge and practical skills for effectively designing and delivering Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Capacity Building and Training Initiatives. Recognizing that strong M&E depends not only on robust systems but also on the competencies of the individuals who implement them, this program equips participants with a systematic approach to assessing learning needs, developing targeted curricula, facilitating engaging training sessions, and measuring the effectiveness of capacity development efforts. Participants will gain deep insights into adult learning principles, instructional design, participatory methodologies, and follow-up support strategies, all crucial for transforming M&E knowledge into sustained practice and ultimately strengthening organizational performance.

This course is designed for individuals who are responsible for enhancing M&E capabilities within their organizations, projects, or partner entities. It empowers them to become effective M&E educators and facilitators, moving beyond simply understanding M&E concepts to expertly transferring that knowledge and building lasting skills that drive evidence-based decision-making and improved program impact.

DURATION

10 days

TARGET AUDIENCE

This course is specifically designed for professionals who are responsible for developing M&E competencies in others, or for managing M&E capacity building initiatives, including:

• M&E Managers and Coordinators.
• M&E Trainers and Facilitators.
• Organizational Development Specialists.
• Program Managers responsible for partner capacity building.
• Consultants specializing in M&E training.

OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the core principles of M&E capacity building and adult learning.
• Conduct a comprehensive M&E capacity needs assessment.
• Design targeted and effective M&E training curricula and materials.
• Utilize a range of participatory facilitation techniques for M&E training.
• Develop strategies for measuring and sustaining M&E capacity development.

MODULES

Module 1: Foundations of M&E Capacity Building

• Define M&E capacity building and its distinction from mere training.
• Explore the purpose and benefits of investing in M&E capacity development.
• Understand different levels of M&E capacity (individual, organizational, enabling environment).
• Discuss the principles of adult learning and how they apply to M&E training.
• Examine common challenges in M&E capacity building and how to address them.

Module 2: Conducting M&E Capacity Needs Assessment

• Understand the importance of a needs assessment as the first step in capacity building.
• Discuss various methods for assessing M&E capacity gaps (e.g., surveys, interviews, competency frameworks, performance reviews).
• Explore tools for analyzing individual, team, and organizational M&E strengths and weaknesses.
• Examine how to identify specific M&E skills, knowledge, and attitudes that need strengthening.
• Learn about prioritizing capacity development needs based on organizational goals.

Module 3: Designing M&E Training Curricula and Objectives

• Understand the principles of instructional design for M&E training programs.
• Discuss how to translate identified needs into clear, measurable learning objectives.
• Explore strategies for sequencing M&E topics logically and progressively.
• Examine the selection of appropriate content, case studies, and practical exercises.
• Learn about developing a comprehensive M&E training curriculum outline.

Module 4: Developing Engaging M&E Training Materials

• Understand how to create user-friendly and effective M&E training manuals.
• Discuss designing compelling presentations and visual aids.
• Explore methods for developing practical exercises, simulations, and group activities.
• Examine the use of real-world M&E examples and case studies to enhance relevance.
• Learn about adapting materials for different audiences and learning styles.

Module 5: Facilitation Skills for M&E Training

• Understand core facilitation techniques for effective adult learning.
• Discuss strategies for creating a participatory and interactive learning environment.
• Explore methods for managing group dynamics, diverse opinions, and challenging participants.
• Examine how to use questions, feedback, and active listening to deepen learning.
• Learn about delivering clear explanations and providing constructive feedback in M&E training.

Module 6: Delivering Practical M&E Training Sessions

• Understand how to effectively structure and manage M&E training sessions.
• Discuss strategies for time management and pacing the training content.
• Explore methods for hands-on exercises and practical application of M&E concepts.
• Examine techniques for adapting training delivery to different contexts (e.g., virtual, in-person, blended).
• Learn about engaging participants and fostering active participation throughout the training.

Module 7: Measuring the Effectiveness of M&E Capacity Building

• Understand different levels of training evaluation (e.g., reaction, learning, behavior, results).
• Discuss methods for collecting feedback on training delivery and content.
• Explore strategies for assessing knowledge retention and skill acquisition.
• Examine how to monitor the application of learned M&E skills in the workplace.
• Learn about documenting the impact of M&E capacity building on program performance.

Module 8: Sustaining M&E Capacity and Continuous Learning

• Understand strategies for fostering a learning culture beyond formal training events.
• Discuss methods for providing post-training support, coaching, and mentorship.
• Explore the role of communities of practice and peer learning networks in M&E.
• Examine how to integrate M&E capacity development into organizational systems and policies.
• Learn about identifying and leveraging new learning opportunities and emerging M&E trends.

CERTIFICATION

• Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

• Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

• Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com