Training: How to develop Program Logic, Theory of Change, and Monitoring & Evaluation Frameworks

Practical training to help boost your impact

How to Develop Program Logic & Theory of Change (Module 1)

How to Develop Monitoring & Evaluation Frameworks (Module 2)

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Program Logic, Theory of Change and Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Frameworks are powerful tools for building effective services and social justice initiatives. We’ve assisted organisations large and small, across many health and community services sectors, to use these tools to design robust projects and programs, clearly articulate their outcomes, and measure the effectiveness of their work.

Now, for the first time, we are taking our tried and tested capability building workshops online, and opening them up to anyone who works in a not-for-profit organisation.

Participants in our interactive workshops will use real projects or programs as working examples, with a strong focus on ‘learning by doing’. Our facilitators, Mark Planigale and Kate Randall, will guide participants through Lirata’s practical processes to develop a Program Logic, a Theory of Change, and key components of an M&E Framework. Drawing on our extensive experience, we will demystify concepts, help participants apply them to their own contexts, and provide clear templates and guidelines for use after the training.

Each module is delivered over two half-day sessions. Participants can register for just one or both of the modules, with a discount available for those who register for both. (Please note, however, participants wishing to register just for module 2 must have a good working knowledge of Program Logic & Theory of Change.)

“Fantastic facilitators - very experienced and informed. Patient too! Showed good relationships between Program Logic/Theory of Change and project management” 
Lirata training participant, DPV Health

How to Develop Program Logic & Theory of Change (Module 1)

Session 1: Wednesday 17 February, 9am-12.30pm

Session 2: Wednesday 24 February, 9am-12.30pm

After completing Module 1 participants will:

• Be able to articulate the key concepts of program logic and theory of change, and the differences between them
• Be able to confidently read, understand, and identify the various elements of a program logic and theory of change
• Have developed a draft program logic for a program or project
• Have developed a draft theory of change for a program or project
• Be able to design a participatory process to develop a program logic or theory of change
• Take away a practical template and supporting resources to help them develop program logic and theory of change in future.

How to Develop Monitoring & Evaluation Frameworks (Module 2)

Session 1: Wednesday 17 March, 9am-12.30pm

Session 2: Wednesday 24 March, 9am-12.30pm

After completing Module 2, participants will:

• Be able to articulate the differences between Monitoring and Evaluation
• Be able to explain the purpose and structure of an M&E Framework, and its relationship with program logic or theory of change
• Be able to confidently read, understand and identify the various elements of an M&E Framework
• Have drafted key elements of an M&E Framework for a program or project, based on its program logic or theory of change
• Be able to design appropriate questions and indicators, and identify suitable data sources, to support useful M&E
• Take away a practical template and supporting resources to help them develop M&E Frameworks in future.

Pricing

Single module (2 sessions)

• Early Bird price $340 per module
• Full price $390 per module

Package of 2 modules (total 4 sessions)

• Early Bird price $650
• Full price $700

A small number of tickets are available at discounted Early Bird pricing until 18th December 2020 (unless sold out). Discounted tickets (at Early Bird rates) are also available to Australian Evaluation Society members at any time.

Payment by invoice is also available. To request to pay for tickets by invoice, please contact us at bookings@lirata.com.

We have tried to make this training as affordable as possible for not-for-profit organisations. If you would like to participate in this training but the cost is a genuine barrier, please contact us for a confidential discussion.

Register today

Our small group format means that places are strictly limited to 12 attendees per workshop. Our training sessions are popular and may book out well in advance. Register today to secure your place.

Further information

To find out more, contact us at bookings@lirata.com

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About our Presenters

Mark Planigale, CEO

Mark has been involved in community-based campaigns and services since the early 1990s, and has reviewed and evaluated programs across many sectors including health, mental health, homelessness, youth, family violence, financial inclusion and community development. Mark is a specialist in measurement of program outcomes, impact evaluation and the development of performance measurement systems for community organisations. Mark has a strong background in capability building and has developed and delivered specialist Monitoring and Evaluation training to staff of many organisations. Mark is qualified in Social Work, IT and Computer Science and is a member of the Australian Evaluation Society.

Kate Randall, Consultant - Evaluation Specialist

Kate has extensive program design, management and evaluation experience in diverse social justice contexts including disability services, emergency management, primary prevention of family violence, volunteering, philanthropy, rural community development and research translation. Specialising in evaluation capacity building, Kate facilitates participatory design workshops, delivers in-house group training, and provides individual mentoring to people with varying levels of experience and from all walks of life. Kate has qualifications in Business Research and Administration, Project Management, and Community Services, and is a member of the Australian Evaluation Society.