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Apr 2024
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E24 - Beyond the Basics: How Understandi...

GODFREY SENKABA
About this episode

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. 

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/ 

Godfrey Senkaba, M&E Boost Podcast.

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