Training Course on Monitoring & Evaluation, Data Management & Analysis for Health Sector Programmes

Course Overview

The Monitoring & Evaluation, Data Management & Analysis for Health Sector Programmes Training Course is a comprehensive professional development programme designed to strengthen the capacity of health professionals, programme managers, researchers, monitoring and evaluation officers, and development practitioners in planning, implementing, monitoring, evaluating, and reporting health interventions. The course equips participants with practical knowledge and internationally recognized approaches for designing results-based monitoring systems, collecting high-quality health data, managing databases, performing statistical analysis, interpreting findings, and producing evidence-based reports that improve health programme performance and policy formulation. Participants gain practical experience using modern data management and analytical techniques that enhance accountability, transparency, and measurable health outcomes.

With increasing investments in healthcare systems, disease surveillance, public health interventions, and donor-funded programmes, organizations require professionals capable of implementing effective Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) frameworks, developing performance indicators, managing routine health information systems, ensuring data quality, conducting impact assessments, and generating actionable evidence for decision-making. This course integrates global best practices, WHO guidelines, SDG monitoring frameworks, and results-based management methodologies to enable participants to monitor programme effectiveness, evaluate healthcare interventions, improve service delivery, and maximize resource utilization across national and international health programmes.

The training emphasizes practical applications of health data management, data visualization, statistical analysis, health information systems, performance measurement, epidemiological data analysis, dashboard development, data quality assurance, research methods, and evidence-based decision making. Through interactive lectures, hands-on exercises, case studies, group assignments, and real-life health programme scenarios, participants will develop competencies in using health indicators, logical frameworks, performance monitoring plans, digital data collection tools, and data analysis software to improve programme implementation and health system performance.

By the end of the course, participants will possess the technical expertise required to establish robust M&E systems, conduct comprehensive programme evaluations, manage healthcare databases, analyse quantitative and qualitative data, communicate findings effectively, and support strategic planning for sustainable health sector programmes. The course provides practical solutions for ministries of health, hospitals, NGOs, UN agencies, research institutions, donor-funded programmes, humanitarian organizations, and healthcare implementing partners seeking to strengthen programme performance through high-quality monitoring, evaluation, and data-driven decision-making.

Course Objectives

1. Develop comprehensive Monitoring and Evaluation frameworks for health programmes.
2. Design logical frameworks, theories of change, and performance measurement systems.
3. Strengthen competencies in health data collection, management, and quality assurance.
4. Apply quantitative and qualitative data analysis techniques for health research.
5. Develop meaningful health indicators and performance monitoring tools.
6. Conduct programme evaluations using internationally accepted methodologies.
7. Utilize digital tools for health data collection, visualization, and reporting.
8. Produce evidence-based reports that support strategic health decision-making.
9. Improve accountability, learning, and performance in health sector programmes.
10. Strengthen institutional capacity for results-based management and continuous programme improvement.

Organizational Benefits

1. Improved monitoring and performance tracking of health programmes.
2. Enhanced quality, accuracy, and reliability of organizational health data.
3. Stronger evidence-based planning and strategic decision-making.
4. Improved compliance with donor reporting and accountability requirements.
5. Increased efficiency in programme implementation and resource utilization.
6. Better evaluation of programme impact and health outcomes.
7. Strengthened institutional capacity in data management and analysis.
8. Enhanced organizational learning through continuous performance monitoring.
9. Improved reporting to governments, donors, and development partners.
10. Increased effectiveness and sustainability of health sector interventions.

Target Participants

This course is suitable for Monitoring and Evaluation Officers, Health Programme Managers, Public Health Specialists, Epidemiologists, Health Information Officers, Health Records Officers, Data Managers, Biostatisticians, Research Officers, Medical Officers, Health Economists, NGO Programme Officers, Project Coordinators, Health Management Information System (HMIS) Officers, Health Researchers, Donor-funded Project Staff, Hospital Administrators, Policy Analysts, Development Practitioners, Government Health Officials, Consultants, and professionals involved in planning, implementing, monitoring, evaluating, and reporting health sector programmes.

Course Outline

Module 1: Foundations of Monitoring and Evaluation for Health Sector Programmes

• Principles and concepts of monitoring and evaluation in healthcare
• Results-Based Management and Results Framework development
• Theory of Change and Logical Framework Approach
• Designing performance indicators for health programmes
• Developing Monitoring and Evaluation plans
• General Case Study: Designing an M&E framework for a national maternal and child health programme

Module 2: Health Data Collection and Data Quality Management

• Health information systems and routine data collection
• Digital data collection methods and mobile technologies
• Data quality assessment and verification techniques
• Data validation, cleaning, and storage procedures
• Ethical considerations in health data management
• General Case Study: Improving data quality within a district health information system

Module 3: Health Data Management and Statistical Analysis

• Database development and management techniques
• Descriptive and inferential statistical analysis
• Quantitative and qualitative health data analysis
• Data visualization and dashboard development
• Interpretation of health programme results
• General Case Study: Analysing vaccination coverage and service delivery performance data

Module 4: Monitoring Health Programme Performance

• Developing health performance monitoring systems
• Performance measurement using health indicators
• Outcome and impact monitoring approaches
• Risk monitoring and adaptive programme management
• Monitoring donor-funded health interventions
• General Case Study: Performance monitoring of an HIV/AIDS prevention programme

Module 5: Programme Evaluation and Evidence-Based Decision Making

• Evaluation designs and methodologies
• Mid-term, final, and impact evaluations
• Cost-effectiveness and outcome evaluations
• Stakeholder participation in programme evaluation
• Translating evaluation findings into policy recommendations
• General Case Study: Evaluating a national malaria control programme

Module 6: Reporting, Learning, and Knowledge Management

• Developing comprehensive M&E reports
• Data presentation and visualization techniques
• Communicating findings to stakeholders and donors
• Knowledge management and organizational learning
• Developing action plans based on evaluation findings
• General Case Study: Preparing an evidence-based annual health programme performance report

General Information

1. Customized Training: All our courses can be tailored to meet the specific needs of participants.
2. Language Proficiency: Participants should have a good command of the English language.
3. Comprehensive Learning: Our training includes well-structured presentations, practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and collaborative group work. Our facilitators are seasoned experts with over a decade of experience.
4. Certification: Upon successful completion of training, participants will receive a certificate from Foscore Development Center (FDC-K).
5. Training Locations: Training sessions are conducted at Foscore Development Center (FDC-K) centers. We also offer options for in-house and online training, customized to the client's schedule.
6. Flexible Duration: Course durations are adaptable, and content can be adjusted to fit the required number of days.
7. Onsite Training Inclusions: The course fee for onsite training covers facilitation, training materials, two coffee breaks, a buffet lunch, and a Certificate of Successful Completion. Participants are responsible for their travel expenses, airport transfers, visa applications, dinners, health/accident insurance, and personal expenses.
8. Additional Services: Accommodation, pickup services, flight booking, and visa processing arrangements are available upon request at discounted rates.
9. Equipment: Tablets and laptops can be provided to participants at an additional cost.
10. Post-Training Support: We offer one year of free consultation and coaching after the course.
11. Group Discounts: Register as a group of more than two and enjoy a discount ranging from 10% to 50%.
12. Payment Terms: Payment should be made before the commencement of the training or as mutually agreed upon, to the Foscore Development Center (FDC-K) account. This ensures better preparation for your training.
13. Contact Us: For any inquiries, please reach out to us at training@fdc-k.org or call us at +254712260031.
14. Website: Visit www.fdc-k.org for more information.