In this podcast, Godfrey Senkaba explores key global issues that profoundly impact the field of monitoring and evaluation (M&E). These issues include technological advancements, climate change, conflict and fragility, and the changing political and geopolitical contexts.

Each of these issues presents unique challenges and complexities for M&E practitioners, ranging from assessing the effectiveness of humanitarian assistance in conflict-affected areas to adapting to the changing political dynamics and isolationism, to embracing artificial intelligence to revolutionize M&E practices.

Tune in now to boost your skills and make a meaningful impact in monitoring and evaluation!

Below is the discussion outline:

[00:33] Introduction

[02:13] Global issues that (will) affect the M&E role

[04:49] Issue #1. Technological advancements

[09:59] Issue #2. COVID-19 Pandemic

[13:30] Issue #3. Climate Change

[17:58] Issue #4. Conflict and Fragility

[23:00] Issue #5. Changing political and geopolitical context

[27:27] Conclusion

[28:26] Thank you, everyone. Thank you everyone for listening!

I would like to hear your feedback on this episode, and your suggestions for future episodes. Use the comment box below or send me an email. Thank you for your feedback.

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Unlock the secrets to resolving conflicts over Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) data with expert persuasion tactics in the latest episode of the monitoring and evaluation boost podcast with Godfrey Senkaba! Learn the essential persuasion tactics to navigate conflicts over M&E data with stakeholders.

From active listening to evidence-based reasoning and collaborative problem-solving, discover strategies to achieve consensus and drive better outcomes in your M&E activities. Tune in now to boost your skills and make a meaningful impact in monitoring and evaluation! #MandEPersuasion #DataDisputes #ImpactfulMandE

Below is the discussion outline:

[00:01] Introduction

[01:15] Why resolve M&E data disputes with stakeholders

[02:28] Personal story on solving M&E data conflicts with stakeholders

[07:56] Tactic #1: Understand the M&E stakeholder perspective

[11:12] Tactic #2 Actively listen to M&E stakeholders

[15:17] Tactic #3 Use evidence to defend your positions on M&E data

[17:49] Tactic #4 Appeal to emotions of M&E stakeholders on M&E data

[21:02] Tactic #5 Collaborate in solving the M&E data issues with stakeholders

[23:36] Tactic #6 Identify common ground stakeholders on M&E data issues

[27:40] Tactic #7 Establish credibility and trust with M&E stakeholders

[32:16] Conclusion

[34:01] Thank you, everyone. Thank you everyone for listening!

I would like to hear your feedback on this episode, and your suggestions for future episodes. Use the comment box below or send me an email. Thank you for your feedback.

Connect with Godfrey Senkaba:

Website: https://www.mandeboost.com

Email: info@mandeboost.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/senkaba_g

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/godfrey-senkaba-32452428/

Gaining stakeholder support is key to implementing monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities effectively. In this episode, Godfrey Senkaba, discusses the vital role of stakeholder analysis, utilizing a matrix tool to identify, understand, and engage stakeholders for optimal success in M&E activities.

Follow along as Godfrey discusses how stakeholders and stakeholder analysis serve as a cornerstone for driving M&E initiatives forward effectively.

Below is the discussion outline:

[00:01] Episode argument

[00:34] Podcast purpose

[02:09] Life story on gaining stakeholder support

[04:32] Who is a stakeholder, and what is their stake or interest in M&E?

[14:07:43] Examples of M&E stakeholders in a typical development project

[11:19] Stakeholder analysis

[15:42] Practical Tips for M&E stakeholder engagement

[24:35] Conclusion

[26:20] Thank you, everyone. Thank you everyone for listening!

I would like to hear your feedback on this episode, and your suggestions for future episodes. Use the comment box below or send me an email. Thank you for your feedback.

Connect with Godfrey Senkaba:

Website: https://www.mandeboost.com

Email: info@mandeboost.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/senkaba_g

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/godfrey-senkaba-32452428/