How long is the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning for NGOs course?

The course runs approximately 28 hours across 8 modules and 16 lessons, completed online at your own pace.

How much does Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning for NGOs cost?

The training fee is KES 18,000, with M-Pesa, card and Paystack payment options and lifetime access.

Is Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning for NGOs certified?

Yes. On passing the final assessment you receive a GLI-branded certificate with QR verification. CCS is NITA-accredited.

Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning for NGOs | CCS Online Learning

Name: Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning for NGOs
Price: 18000 KES

Build practical, job-ready capability in monitoring, evaluation and learning for ngos for Kenya's dynamic business environment. This professional course combines proven international frameworks with African case studies and real workplace application.

What You Will Learn

✓Evaluate the core principles and frameworks of monitoring, evaluation and learning for ngos
✓Establish practical tools to real workplace challenges
✓Lead and improve current practices in their organisation
✓Align and implement effective approaches with measurable outcomes
✓Evaluate donor project & ngo management practice with organisational strategy
✓Analyse risk, compliance and governance considerations

Modules

Lessons

28 hours

Duration

🎍 Certificate & NITA Accreditation

On passing the final exam (50 MCQs, 70% pass mark, unlimited retakes) you receive a GLI-branded PDF certificate with QR verification. CCS is NITA-accredited — eligible employers can claim NITA levy reimbursement for this course.

Course Curriculum

8 modules · 16 lessons · Interactive quizzes · Study notes · Practical exercises · Final exam

Module 1: Foundations and Key Concepts

2 lessons · 93 min · 3 hours

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Understanding the Fundamentals

44 min

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Key Concepts and Terminology

49 min

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📝 Study Notes

KEY TAKEAWAYS — Foundations and Key Concepts • Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning for NGOs requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Foundations and Key Concepts". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 2: Strategic Context and Environment

2 lessons · 94 min · 3 hours

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Reading the Operating Environment

41 min

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Aligning with Organisational Strategy

53 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Strategic Context and Environment • Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning for NGOs requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Strategic Context and Environment". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 3: Core Frameworks and Tools

2 lessons · 104 min · 4 hours

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Essential Frameworks and Models

56 min

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Practical Tools and Techniques

48 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Core Frameworks and Tools • Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning for NGOs requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Core Frameworks and Tools". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 4: Planning and Design

2 lessons · 105 min · 3 hours

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Planning for Success

58 min

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Designing the Approach

47 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Planning and Design • Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning for NGOs requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Planning and Design". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 5: Implementation and Execution

2 lessons · 102 min · 4 hours

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Executing Effectively

43 min

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Managing Delivery and Stakeholders

59 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Implementation and Execution • Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning for NGOs requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Implementation and Execution". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 6: Measurement and Performance

2 lessons · 105 min · 3 hours

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Metrics, KPIs and Dashboards

53 min

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Continuous Improvement

52 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Measurement and Performance • Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning for NGOs requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Measurement and Performance". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 7: Risk, Governance and Compliance

2 lessons · 104 min · 4 hours

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Managing Risk and Compliance

40 min

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Governance and Accountability

64 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Risk, Governance and Compliance • Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning for NGOs requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Risk, Governance and Compliance". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 8: Leadership, Culture and Sustainability

2 lessons · 89 min · 4 hours

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Leading People and Culture

44 min

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Sustaining Results Long-Term

45 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Leadership, Culture and Sustainability • Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning for NGOs requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Leadership, Culture and Sustainability". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Who Should Attend

▸Managers and supervisors responsible for donor project & ngo management
▸Professionals seeking to advance their careers in donor project & ngo management
▸Team leaders and officers in the public and private sectors
▸Anyone transitioning into a donor project & ngo management role
▸Consultants, advisors and practitioners in the field

No prior qualification is required. This course is delivered 100% online and is suitable for professionals across Kenya and the wider African region.

Learning Outcomes

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

✓Evaluate the core principles and frameworks of monitoring, evaluation and learning for ngos
✓Establish practical tools to real workplace challenges
✓Lead and improve current practices in their organisation
✓Align and implement effective approaches with measurable outcomes
✓Evaluate donor project & ngo management practice with organisational strategy
✓Analyse risk, compliance and governance considerations

Quick Details

Duration28 hours

Modules8 modules

Lessons16 lessons

LevelIntermediate

PriceKES 18,000

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