Tag: evaluation
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Monitoring quality of care and accountability mechanisms at the district level : the potential role of the National health insurance scheme in Ghana
Abstract: A framework for monitoring the quality of care by the NHIS (National Health Insurance Scheme) at district level in Ghana was developed and an exploratory study of the current accountability mechanisms is presented. Author(s): Martens, Merel; Toonen, Jurrien; Wal, Bertram Van Der Source(s): , KIT working papers series; WPS.H6 40 p., ill KIT working…
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Taking a service delivery approach to monitoring water supply in low income areas and implications for the Joint monitoring programme : key note
Abstract: M&E indicators on water supply must shift from coverage to services delivered to an agreed level of quality over time. Improved service delivery depends on local governance. New technologies have the potential to enhance speed and accessibility of service-based monitoring. Author(s): Schouten, Ton Source(s): , 15 p., ill., tabs Published: 2011 IRC international water…
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Participatory planning, monitoring and evaluation : [dossier]
Abstract: This KIT dossier deals with participatory approaches to local development planning, monitoring and evaluation in the context of decentralization and local governance. Issues include community and local government development planning, local revenue mobilization, and plan implementation. Author(s): KIT Source(s): , Published: 2010 Royal tropical institute (KIT), Amsterdam (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.kit.nl/-/FAB/30/335.html
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Local governance and decentralization
Abstract: This section of the Governance Assessment Portal (GAP) of the UNDP provides resources on local governance assessment. Local governance indicators may inform local policy and strengthen local accountability. Author(s): UNDP Source(s): , Published: 2010 United nations development programme (UNDP), New York, NY [etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.gaportal.org/areas-of-governance/local-governance-and-decentralization
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Documents & reports
Abstract: A bibliographic database of policy papers, project documents, reviews, evaluations, and brochures on local development in UNCDF supported countries. Author(s): UNCDF Source(s): , Published: 2010 United nations capital development fund (UNCDF), New York, NY (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.uncdf.org/en/media-center
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When does rigorous impact evaluation make a difference? : the case of the Millennium villages
Abstract: Rigorous evaluation of the Millennium Villages Project (MVP) shows that estimates of the project’s effects depend heavily on the evaluation method. Weaknesses include the subjective choice of intervention sites. Inexpensive improvements are suggested. Author(s): Clemens, Michael A.; Demombynes, Gabriel Source(s): , Policy research working paper; 5477 51 p., ill., graphs, tabs Policy research working…
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Performance in government : the evolving system of performance and evaluation measurement, monitoring, and management in the United Kingdom
Abstract: This Evaluation Capacity Development paper on the evolution and current state of the Public Service Agreements System in UK may be of benefit to officials involved in similar tasks in developing countries. Special emphasis is placed on success factors and institutional aspects. Author(s): Talbot, Colin Source(s): , Evaluation capacity development : ECD working paper…
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Measuring empowerment? : ask them : quantifying qualitative outcomes from people’s own analysis : insights for results-based management from the experience of a social movement in Bangladesh
Abstract: This paper presents the experience of a social movement in Bangladesh, which found a way to measure empowerment by letting the members themselves explain what benefits they acquired from involvement and by developing a means to measure change over time. Author(s): Jupp, Dee; Ali, Sohel Ibn; Barahona, Carlos Source(s): , Sida studies in evaluation;…
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Local government councils performance and quality of service delivery in Uganda : Luwero district council score-card 2008/09
Abstract: Luwero District Council in Uganda was the first to be assessed using the new score-card methodology. District performance and the quality of public services was assessed and recommendations for improvement were provided. Capacity building, budgeting, and development planning need more attention. Author(s): Muyomba-Tamale, Lillian Source(s): , ACODE policy research paper series; 38 iv, 58…