Making Policy More Effective: Evaluating the Effect and Impact of Policy Decisions.

OVERVIEW

In an increasingly complex and interconnected world, effective governance hinges on the ability to make informed policy decisions that address societal needs and challenges. Policymakers are tasked with developing solutions to diverse issues ranging from economic development and public health to education and environmental sustainability. However, the effectiveness of these policies is not solely determined by their design or intent; it is critically dependent on rigorous evaluation processes that assess their implementation and impact. To address these challenges, it is essential to equip policymakers, analysts, and practitioners with the skills and knowledge required for effective policy evaluation.

WHO TO ATTEND

Senior Staff, Heads of Departments, Sections, Units and Employees in charge of Corporate Planning.

OBJECTIVES

By the end of this training, participants will:
• Understand the fundamental concepts of policy evaluation
• Recognize the significance of evaluating policies for effective governance
• Utilize decision-making tools to inform policy design
• Assess risks and manage uncertainties in policy evaluations

OUTLINE

• Overview of Policy Evaluation
• The Role of Policy Evaluation in Governance
• Evaluation Frameworks and Methodologies
• Logic Models and Theory of Change
• Developing Evaluation Questions and Hypotheses
• Data Collection Techniques
• Designing Effective Surveys and Questionnaires
• Collecting and Analyzing Existing Data (Administrative Data, Public Records)
• Measuring Policy Impact
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Outcome Measures
• Policy Decision Analysis
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Outcome Measures
• Communicating Evaluation Findings
• Best Practices for Reporting Evaluation Results
• Engaging Stakeholders and Policymakers Effectively
• Develop Strategies for Effective Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
• Tools and Frameworks for Decision-Making in Policy Design
• Risk Assessment Techniques and Management Strategies
• Incorporating Stakeholder Input into the Decision-Making Process