What Is Policy, Project, and Program Evaluation?

Policy, project, and program evaluation is the process of analyzing the implementation results, management, impact, and effectiveness of any policy, project, or program based on empirical data, using independent methodologies, and producing evidence-based recommendations for future improvement.

Evaluation determines whether a project or program has achieved its objectives, whether resources were used efficiently, the tangible benefits delivered to stakeholders, and the potential for long-term sustainability.

What Types of Evaluations Do We Conduct?

Baseline Evaluation

Before project or program implementation begins, we establish initial baseline indicators to create a reference point for future monitoring and evaluation.

Mid-Term Evaluation

Identifies implementation progress, performance risks, and management gaps during execution and provides timely improvement recommendations.

Final Evaluation

Assesses whether planned objectives and outcomes were achieved, synthesizes effectiveness and impact, and identifies lessons learned for future use.

Impact Evaluation

Distinguishes direct and indirect impacts using counterfactual or comparison-based evaluation designs.

Process / Implementation Evaluation

Analyzes governance, organizational structure, partnerships, operational logic, and logistical efficiency.

Formative Evaluation

Provides decision-oriented insights during program expansion, redesign, or new initiative development.

Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) System Audit

Evaluates indicators, data quality, reporting flows, and risk controls at the system level.

OECD/DAC Five Core Evaluation Criteria

• Relevance – Alignment with real needs and policy priorities
• Effectiveness – Achievement of intended results
• Efficiency – Optimal use of resources, costs, and time
• Impact – Positive and negative short- and long-term effects
• Sustainability – Likelihood that benefits continue after completion

Evaluation Methodologies

Quantitative Research

• Surveys and sampling
• Indicator calculations
• Statistical analysis

Qualitative Research

• Key informant interviews
• Focus group discussions
• Case studies and observation

Document Review

Structured analysis of reports, policy documents, financial and performance records.

Logical Framework & Results Chain

Evaluation based on the logical linkage: Inputs → Activities → Outputs → Outcomes → Impact.

Data, Ethics, and Quality Assurance

• Ethical approval and informed consent
• Confidentiality and data protection protocols
• Enumerator training and pilot testing
• Real-time field monitoring and back-checks
• Data management, version control, and audit trails
• Transparent reporting of methodology and limitations

Deliverables and Outputs

• Evaluation Plan – objectives, questions, methods, risks
• Baseline / Mid-Term / Final Evaluation Reports
• Recommendations and Action Plans
• Management Briefings
• Data Packages – anonymized datasets, codebooks, technical annexes

Why Choose Us?

• Extensive Experience – cross-sectoral projects and programs
• Professional Team – researchers, data analysts, domain experts
• International Standards – OECD/DAC, UN-Eval, ISO-aligned QA
• Evidence-Based Recommendations – supporting informed decision-making