M&E General
The process of routinely gathering information on project activities and using the information in activity implementation and decision making
Monitoring
Group of tasks undertaken to achieve a specific results or outcome. can be one-time events or a recurring series of events that are conducted with the same purpose and completed with same group of people.
Activity
What is the only method/way Volunteers report activities?
VRG. If it is not in the VRG it didn't happen!
The process of collecting and analyzing information in order to understand the progress, success, and effectiveness of a project.
Evaluation
Definition: the direct product or reach of an activity/activities?
Output (# people trained, # students educated, etc..)
When and how Volunteer can access the VRG?
At any time (online and offline)
Who has the role to monitor, learn, adapt, and report in collaboration with project partners, according to Peace Corps’ approach to development and the following PACA
Volunteer
Definition: the change that is achieved as a result of an activity/activities?
Outcome (# of teachers applying new techniques, # of students who improved their scores, etc..)
How frequently Volunteers access the VRG to update activities?
At least once a week (recommended)
What do Volunteers report?
Activities, Numbers (indicators)
What tool do we use to measure progress made toward objectives and goals?
Indicators. Output and outcome indicators!
Who will review and provide feedback to activities and stories submitted in VRG by Volunteers?
Program manager, MRE specialist, DPT, CD and other staff
How frequently Volunteers report?
Quarterly
What is the roadmap to guide your project activities?
Logical Project Framework (LPF)
What else, except activities and indicators should be reported in the VRG?
Stories!