Multi-Stakeholder Evaluations Training Course

Multi-Stakeholder Evaluations Training Course

Introduction

Multi-stakeholder evaluations are at the forefront of contemporary monitoring and evaluation (M&E) practices, enabling organizations to assess programs and projects inclusively, transparently, and effectively. By integrating perspectives from diverse stakeholders including government agencies, civil society, private sector actors, and community beneficiaries this approach fosters participatory decision-making, accountability, and evidence-based policy development. Participants in this course will gain practical skills in designing, implementing, and analyzing evaluations that balance competing interests while producing actionable insights. Key focus areas include stakeholder mapping, participatory tools, data triangulation, ethical considerations, and leveraging digital M&E technologies to enhance efficiency and reliability.

Multi-Stakeholder Evaluations Training Course equips professionals with the tools to navigate complex multi-stakeholder environments and drive high-impact outcomes. Participants will explore cutting-edge strategies for inclusive evaluation design, innovative engagement techniques, and robust reporting frameworks that influence policy and practice. Emphasis is placed on real-world case studies, practical exercises, and scenario-based learning to ensure participants can translate theory into practice. By the end of the course, attendees will confidently lead collaborative evaluations that enhance learning, accountability, and strategic decision-making in diverse sectors.

Course Duration

5 days

Course Objectives

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

1. Understand the principles and frameworks of multi-stakeholder evaluations.
2. Conduct stakeholder mapping and power-interest analysis.
3. Design participatory evaluation tools for diverse stakeholder groups.
4. Apply mixed-methods data collection for triangulated evidence.
5. Ensure ethical compliance and data protection in evaluations.
6. Facilitate collaborative evaluation workshops and discussions.
7. Analyze and synthesize multi-stakeholder feedback effectively.
8. Develop actionable evaluation reports tailored to stakeholders.
9. Integrate gender, equity, and social inclusion in evaluations.
10. Leverage digital M&E platforms and tools for stakeholder engagement.
11. Manage conflicts and divergent interests during evaluations.
12. Use results to inform policy, program improvements, and advocacy.
13. Implement adaptive learning approaches for continuous improvement.

Target Audience

1. M&E professionals and consultants
2. Program and project managers
3. Government policy and planning officers
4. NGO and civil society leaders
5. Donor agency staff
6. Private sector partners involved in development projects
7. Academic researchers in evaluation and social sciences
8. Community engagement coordinators

Course Modules

Module 1: Foundations of Multi-Stakeholder Evaluations

• Principles of participatory evaluation
• Comparative approaches to stakeholder-inclusive evaluations
• Benefits and challenges of multi-stakeholder evaluation
• Case study: UNICEF multi-sector evaluation in East Africa
• Stakeholder perspective mapping

Module 2: Stakeholder Identification and Analysis

• Stakeholder mapping techniques
• Power-interest and influence analysis
• Prioritizing engagement strategies
• Case study: Community-driven evaluation in Kenya’s health sector
• Stakeholder mapping simulation

Module 3: Designing Inclusive Evaluation Frameworks

• Structuring evaluation questions for multiple stakeholders
• Selecting indicators aligned with stakeholder priorities
• Integrating gender, equity, and inclusion (GEI) principles
• Case study: Multi-donor education program evaluation in Uganda
• Drafting stakeholder-informed evaluation frameworks

Module 4: Participatory Data Collection Methods

• Focus groups, interviews, surveys, and participatory rural appraisal
• Digital tools for remote stakeholder engagement
• Ensuring representative sampling
• Case study: Participatory monitoring in water and sanitation projects
• Designing mixed-method data collection plan

Module 5: Data Analysis and Synthesis

• Triangulating qualitative and quantitative data
• Visualizing findings for diverse audiences
• Collaborative analysis techniques
• Case study: Multi-stakeholder evaluation of a social protection program
• Data interpretation for stakeholders

Module 6: Ethics, Transparency, and Accountability

• Ethical guidelines and stakeholder consent
• Managing conflicts of interest
• Ensuring transparency in reporting
• Case study: NGO evaluation ethics in fragile contexts
• Ethics decision-making scenario

Module 7: Reporting and Communication of Findings

• Tailoring reports to different stakeholder groups
• Designing clear and actionable recommendations
• Effective presentation techniques
• Case study: Cross-sector evaluation report influencing policy reform
• Creating stakeholder-focused evaluation briefs

Module 8: Adaptive Learning and Follow-Up Actions

• Using evaluation results for adaptive management
• Institutionalizing learning processes
• Monitoring follow-up actions and impact
• Case study: Adaptive learning in agriculture development programs
• Action planning for evaluation uptake

Training Methodology

This course employs a participatory and hands-on approach to ensure practical learning, including:

• Interactive lectures and presentations.
• Group discussions and brainstorming sessions.
• Hands-on exercises using real-world datasets.
• Role-playing and scenario-based simulations.
• Analysis of case studies to bridge theory and practice.
• Peer-to-peer learning and networking.
• Expert-led Q&A sessions.
• Continuous feedback and personalized guidance.

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@datastatresearch.org or call +254724527104 

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

 We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to DATASTAT CONSULTANCY LTD account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.