Professional Certificate in Participatory Monitoring and Evaluation
Published on June 25, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today I'm thrilled to have Dr. Jane Smith with us, an expert in Monitoring and Evaluation. She's here to talk about a course she's involved in, the Professional Certificate in Participatory Monitoring and Evaluation. Welcome, Jane! GUEST: Thanks for having me, I'm excited to be here! HOST: Great! Let's dive right in. Can you share a bit about your personal experiences with Participatory Monitoring and Evaluation (PM&E)? GUEST: Absolutely! I've seen firsthand how PM&E can empower local communities and make development projects more effective. It's all about engaging stakeholders and using data to drive decision-making. HOST: That's fascinating. And I understand that PM&E is crucial for effective development projects. Can you tell us a bit about the current trends in this field? GUEST: Sure. There's a growing emphasis on using both qualitative and quantitative data, and on ensuring that M&E is inclusive and participatory. This is where the Professional Certificate really shines, as it covers both of these areas in depth. HOST: Yes, I noticed that the course covers data collection, analysis, and reporting methods, as well as stakeholder engagement and impact assessment. Can you share any challenges you've faced in these areas, or that students might face? GUEST: One common challenge is ensuring that the data collection and analysis methods are culturally appropriate and accessible to all stakeholders. It's also important to communicate findings in a clear and actionable way, so that they can be used to drive change. HOST: That's a great point. And finally, what do you think the future holds for PM&E and for this course in particular? GUEST: I believe that PM&E will continue to play a critical role in development projects, and that there will be an increasing demand for professionals with expertise in this area. The Professional Certificate in Participatory Monitoring and Evaluation is a great way to gain that expertise and contribute to meaningful change. HOST: Well said, Jane. Thank you so much for joining us today and sharing your insights on this important topic. GUEST: My pleasure, thank you for having me! HOST: And thank you, listeners, for tuning in. Be sure to check out the Professional Certificate in Participatory Monitoring and Evaluation, and explore the program details today. Until next time!
