Impact orientation ensures that resources are used efficiently, interventions achieve their intended objectives, and have a positive influence on the living conditions of local communities. Observing impacts focuses on identifying, describing, and measuring changes brought about by the outcomes of development cooperation interventions. On the project level, impact orientation means considering the effects of initiatives from the outset, in collaboration with partners and target groups. On the organizational level, it involves fostering learning through monitoring and evaluation processes.
Content
This basic module provides a solid introduction to integrating impact-oriented approaches into project and program work. Participants will learn to apply relevant impact analysis tools and effectively evaluate and present the results. Another focus of the training will be on how to ensure that the needs and perspectives of the target groups play a central role in the planning and implementation of impact-oriented projects. The aim is to equip participants with the understanding and practical tools needed to design and evaluate development projects that achieve sustainable and measurable impacts. Through inputs, group work, practical exercises, and joint reflection, participants will be empowered to analyse, plan, and measure the impact of their own projects.
Target Group
Target group are employees of German development (I)NGOs and their partner organisations working in the development sector. We kindly ask you to share this invitation with your partner organisations. Tandems of German employees and partners are welcome.
Places are limited and participants who have been successful in getting a place must commit to 16 hours of their time for attending the three (3) online sessions (which are mandatory) as well as for self-study and course work.
Trainer
Beate Holthusen has worked for more than 25 years as a development consultant, process advisor, trainer, and moderator. Her areas of expertise include planning, monitoring and evaluation, impact orientation, and quality assurance.
Location
Online (Zoom)
Format
The workshop consists of three online sessions and will be conducted in English. Participation is limited.
- Part 1: Monday, March 31, 2025, 9:00 AM–1:00 PM (CET)
- Part 2: Wednesday, April 2, 2025, 9:00 AM–1:00 PM (CET)
- Part 3: Thursday, April 3, 2025, 9:00 AM–1:00 PM (CET)
Please note: Participants who have been successful in getting a place must commit to 16 hours of their time for attending the three (3) online sessions (which are mandatory) as well as for self-study and course work.
The VENRO Guidelines for Development Cooperation Project and Program Work
The eight VENRO Guidelines (here is a short video) describe the shared understanding of quality among VENRO member organizations, which are committed to aligning their project and program work in the Global South with these standards. We continuously offer training sessions on individual guidelines to support practical implementation. This training focuses on Guideline No. 8: Achieving Sustainable Positive Impacts.
Costs
Participation in the training is free of charge. Travel and accommodation costs must be organized and paid for by participants. Registration is binding.
Registration
The training is fully booked and the waiting list is also full.
Please note that your registration does not guarantee participation. You will receive confirmation of your admission to the course one to two weeks after registration.
For further inquiries, please contact Almut Huss (a.huss(at)venro.org).