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Dates: 1st β 20th November 2025
π΅ Price: ZMW 1,800
π Certificates Provided
π‘ Overview:
This comprehensive CPD-accredited training is designed for development and humanitarian professionals, consultants, and project managers who want to master MEAL systems and produce high-quality, donor-ready reports. Participants will gain practical skills in monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning, along with participatory approaches, data analysis, and professional report writing. The program blends theory, practical exercises, and a capstone project to ensure participants leave with portfolio-ready experience
π Course Content
Module 1: Foundations of MEAL
- Philosophy and Principles of MEAL
- Evolution and Legacy of MEAL in Development & Humanitarian Work
- Role of MEAL in Program Design, Implementation, and Sustainability
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Outcome: Strong conceptual understanding of why MEAL matters for accountability, learning, and impact.
Module 2: MEAL Frameworks & Approaches
- Conceptual Models in MEAL
- Logical Framework (Log-Frame)
- Logic Models (Theory of Change)
- Results-Based Management (RBM)
- Developing and Using Rubrics for Measurement
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Outcome: Ability to design effective MEAL frameworks tailored to diverse project contexts.
Module 3: Indicators & Measurement Tools
- Designing SMART Indicators (Input, Output, Outcome, Impact)
- Quantitative vs. Qualitative Indicators
- Data Collection Tools and Techniques
- Gender & Disability-Inclusive Indicators
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Outcome: Skills to create robust indicators and tools that drive evidence-based decision-making
Module 4: Beneficiary Contact Monitoring (BCM) & Participatory Approaches
- Most Significant Change (MSC) Technique
- Best Practices Documentation
- Success Stories Writing & Human-Centered Narratives
- Qualitative Input Assessment Protocols
- Contribution Tracing & Outcome Harvesting
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Outcome: Ability to use participatory monitoring approaches that amplify community voices and document real impact.
Module 5: Accountability & Learning Systems
- Principles of Accountability to Communities & Donors
- Setting Up Feedback and Complaint Mechanisms
- Integrating MEAL into Organizational Learning
- Adaptive Management: Using MEAL Data for Course Correction
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Outcome: Understanding accountability frameworks and transforming MEAL into organizational learning.
Module 6: Data Management, Analysis & Visualization
- Data Quality Assurance Protocols
- Data Cleaning, Coding, and Analysis (Quantitative & Qualitative)
- Data Visualization (Dashboards, Infographics, Maps)
- Ethical Considerations in Data Handling
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Outcome: Practical skills in analyzing and presenting data for greater impact.
Module 7: Professional Report Writing
- Principles of High-Impact Report Writing
- Structuring Donor & Stakeholder Reports (Narrative + Financial Linkage)
- Writing with Clarity, Evidence, and Influence
- Integrating MEAL Findings into Reports
- Editing, Proofreading, and Presentation Skills
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Outcome: Ability to produce donor-ready, professional, and compelling reports.
Module 8: Practical Sessions & Capstone Project
- Group Work: Designing a MEAL Framework for a Case Study Project
- Developing Indicators and Data Collection Tools
- Writing a Sample Donor Report Based on Collected Data
- Peer Review & Trainer Feedback
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Outcome: Hands-on experience with a portfolio-ready capstone assignment
π Assessment & Certification
- Participation & Engagement (20%)
- Assignments & Practical Exercises (30%)
- Capstone Project (30%)
- Final Competency Test (20%)
- Certificates:
- CPD Certificate of Completion (60%+)
- Certificate of Excellence in MEAL & Professional Report Writing (80%+)
π Final Deliverables
βοΈ CPD Certificate of Completion
βοΈ Training Materials & Templates (Log-frame, Indicator Guides, Report Templates)
βοΈ Access to an Alumni Network for Continuous Learning
π Contact & Registration
π± Phone/WhatsApp: +260 976 699 057
π§ Email: orostarconsultancy@gmail.com
π Website: www.orostarconsultancy.com