Case Study
Empowering LWF Kenya-Somalia with Vibrant M&E Training
Client Overview
Lutheran World Federation (LWF) World Service Kenya-Somalia is a humanitarian organization with a commitment to humanitarian action for refugees and vulnerable communities of Kenya and Somalia. In Kenya, the LWF supports and implements projects focusing on education, livelihoods, and protection in difficult environments such as the Kakuma and Dadaab refugee camps. The mission is to ensure greater development and the resilience of their clientele through their programs.
Identified Gap
LWF staff across Kakuma, Dadaab, Nairobi, and Kismayu exhibited varying degrees of theoretical familiarity with M&E but lacked the practical abilities required to secure quality project implementation and results-based reporting. In the absence of specific M&E knowledge, their capacity to develop appropriate tools, manage data, and produce project reports aligned with LWF/WS Kenya-Somalia's strategic objectives was restrained. A critical gap existed that needed to be addressed through site-specific training to equip staff to cascade M&E knowledge to their teams.
Training Summary
| Day | Key Topics Covered | Delivery Method |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Introduction to M&E, Overview of Project Management, Key Concepts in M&E | Interactive discussions, PowerPoint presentations, setting expectations, ground rules |
| Day 2 | Developing Logical Frameworks, Designing Performance Indicators, M&E Frameworks, Developing an M&E Plan | Group work, practical exercises, peer-to-peer learning |
| Day 3 | Data & Sources, Data Management, Participatory M&E Approaches, Impact Reporting, Results Documentation & Dissemination, Sustaining M&E | Practical group activities, presentations, problem/objective tree analysis |
Impact and Outcomes
During the training, participants gained valuable skills in designing indicators and data collection tools, data management, and linking project outcomes to LWF’s strategic goals. Greater appreciation was created for the role of M&E in project success. Participants expressed confidence in applying the skills to their daily work. Recommendations were made to simplify data collection processes and expand training in data management to improve reporting timelines.
Ready to Elevate Your Team’s Capabilities?
Contact Vantage Africa School of Leadership at info@vantageafricaleaders.com or explore our tailored training solutions to empower your organization to achieve lasting impact.