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Highlights from Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) activities under SSPG.
Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL)
Strengthening KUHeS's institutional capacity for effective monitoring, evaluation, reporting and learning across its programmes while promoting accountability, transparency, gender responsiveness and evidence-based decision-making.
Ms. Takondwa Mbewe
MERL Package Lead
Leading the development and implementation of monitoring, evaluation, research and learning systems to support institutional effectiveness, accountability and evidence-based decision-making at KUHeS.
View Profile →Objectives
- Strengthen KUHeS institutional capacity for monitoring, evaluation and reporting.
- Improve accountability, transparency and programme performance tracking.
- Promote evidence-based planning and decision-making.
- Enhance learning and knowledge management across university programmes.
Key Work Package Activities (2022–2027)
Core activities implemented to strengthen monitoring, evaluation, research and learning systems.
M&E Unit Development
Establishing and strengthening a dedicated Monitoring and Evaluation Unit at KUHeS.
M&E Framework Implementation
Developing and operationalizing an institutional M&E framework and strategy.
Capacity Building
Training staff on M&E tools, data use, reporting and decision-making.
Performance Reviews
Conducting programme monitoring and evaluation reviews across the university.
Data Management Systems
Establishing centralized systems for data collection, storage and reporting.
Geospatial Mapping
Introducing geospatial tools for enhanced data visualization and analysis.
Key Achievements (Overall)
- Strengthened institutional monitoring and evaluation systems.
- Improved programme reporting and performance tracking.
- Enhanced data-driven decision-making across KUHeS.
- Promoted accountability and transparency through evidence-based reporting.
Expected Outcomes
✔ Functional and sustainable institutional M&E system
✔ Enhanced accountability and transparency
✔ Improved programme performance monitoring and reporting
✔ Evidence-based planning and decision-making across KUHeS
✔ Strengthened organizational learning and knowledge management
Financial Years & Achievements
2022/2023 Financial Year
Major Activities
- Establishment of MERL structures and baseline assessment.
Key Achievements
- MERL work package launched successfully.
2023/2024 Financial Year
Major Activities
- Development of M&E framework and tools.
Key Achievements
- Institutional M&E framework operationalized.
2024/2025 Financial Year
Data Systems
- Centralised data management systems implemented.
Achievements
- Improved data-driven decision-making.
2025/2026 Financial Year
Activities
- Expansion of reporting systems and analytics.
Achievements
- Improved institutional reporting quality.
2026/2027 Financial Year
Major Activities
- Final evaluation and sustainability planning.
Achievements
- Institutional MERL system fully strengthened.
