Since 2010, the University of Ghana, School of Public Health, in collaboration with MEASURE Evaluation, has offered an annual, regional workshop on monitoring and evaluation (M&E) of malaria programs. This workshop was created to fulfill a need for better M&E support to generate high-quality data, and to analyze and use data to better inform program planning at the country-level. In order to build the capacity of professionals in Africa, this non-degreed course will provide training in current tools and techniques used to monitor and evaluate malaria control programs.
Workshop Objectives
The objectives of this workshop are to:
• Build skills in fundamental concepts, surveillance,
and practical approaches to M&E of malaria programs for national malaria control program managers and other professionals working in sub- Saharan Africa
• Discuss programmatic applications of main tools and data systems used to monitor and evaluate malaria programs
• Provide a venue for participants to share and learn from other country experiences to strengthen their M&E systems
• Create an alumni group of M&E experts
Course Content
The course will provide participants with M&E tools, techniques, and resources needed for planning, organizing, and managing malaria programs and projects.
M&E fundamentals of malaria programs
The first week, June 27th–July 1st, 2016, will focus on M&E fundamentals of malaria programs. Modules include Using Data for Decision-Making; Designing and Implementing M&E Plans; Frameworks, Indicators; Data Sources; Data Quality; Evaluation Designs; Data Management and Analysis; Data Presentation; and Data Dissemination and Use.
The second week, July 4th–8th, 2016, will offer two track options held concurrently. Participants may choose one track each year.
TRACK 1: Malaria Surveillance
This track contains modules on basic concepts of malaria surveillance, surveillance in malaria control for moderate/high- and low-transmission settings, surveillance for pre-elimination, and evaluation of a surveillance system.
TRACK 2: Evaluation Methods for Malaria
This track includes modules on basic concepts of evaluation, process evaluation, impact evaluation, and practical applications of evaluation in malaria programs.
Throughout the workshop, time will be allotted for practical exercises, group work, field work activities, and discussion around common M&E issues. Resources for further study and research will be provided.
Participants are expected to attend all sessions during the first week and choose one track during the second week. Participants who have previously completed an M&E course can opt for one of the tracks available during the second week. This course will be offered in English
Eligibility
This workshop targets individuals with approximately 0–5 years of experience working in M&E, who currently work as National Malaria Control Program staff at either the national or subnational level; NGO and donor personnel responsible for oversight of malaria programs, especially in the areas of surveillance, monitoring, and evaluation; and other individuals with a professional interest in monitoring and evaluation of malaria control programs. Applicants should be proficient in English, have some analytic skills, and have current responsibilities for developing and implementing program surveillance, monitoring and evaluation plans. Computer literacy and experience with data systems is desired. Country teams are encouraged to apply.
Individuals interested in attending only one of the two tracks must have attended the MEASURE Evaluation Monitoring and Evaluation of Malaria programs workshop previously or any M&E course.
Teaching Materials
All course materials will be provided as part of tuition. It is advisable to bring a laptop.
Application Procedures and Deadline
Persons who wish to take part in the workshop should send the completed application and reference forms documents by email as soon as possible to:
