IEvD Leads Engaging Session on Evaluation for Institutional Delivery at Asian Evaluation Week 2024
Shanghai, China, 3 September 2024 – The Independent Evaluation Department (IEvD) organized a panel at the Asian Evaluation Week (AWE) 2024, in collaboration with the New Development Bank (NDB) and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB). The session titled "Utilizing Evaluation for Impactful Change in Institutional Delivery" brought together a distinguished panel of experts to discuss how institutional mandates can evolve to drive meaningful and impactful outcomes. Moderated by Br. Nur Abdi, Associate Manager of the IEvD’s Evaluation Learning and Outreach section, the panel featured insightful contributions from Br. Golam Mortaza, Senior Evaluation Specialist at IEvD, along with evaluation leaders from NDB and AIIB.
The session began with opening remarks by Mr. Emmanuel Y. Jimenez, Director General of the Independent Evaluation Department at the Asian Development Bank, setting the stage for a deep dive into the power of evaluation. Panelists shared experiences and best practices, emphasizing the importance of strategic alignment, systematic performance monitoring, and data-driven decision-making to foster institutional accountability and continuous improvement.
The panelists emphasized the importance of ensuring evaluations are relevant and timely, aligning with the evolving needs of institutions, while the evaluation departments should remain agile to provide insights that drive decision-making and organizational transformation. Rigorous analysis is essential to ensure the reliability of evidence and the credibility of recommendations, which enhances their impact on institutional change. Early engagement of stakeholders is crucial to developing a clear theory of change and successful outcomes. Additionally, evaluation recommendations should be practical, clearly communicated, and closely monitored for accountability and continuous learning, with tools like IsDB's STEER and ADB's MARS serving as effective models for tracking implementation.
The session was an excellent opportunity for professionals across the development sector to explore how evaluation can be leveraged for lasting organizational change. The valuable insights gained will help shape future strategies for promoting impactful institutional delivery. For more information on the Asian Evaluation Week 2024, please refer to the event’s website.
https://asianevaluationweek.adb.org/
The session began with opening remarks by Mr. Emmanuel Y. Jimenez, Director General of the Independent Evaluation Department at the Asian Development Bank, setting the stage for a deep dive into the power of evaluation. Panelists shared experiences and best practices, emphasizing the importance of strategic alignment, systematic performance monitoring, and data-driven decision-making to foster institutional accountability and continuous improvement.
The panelists emphasized the importance of ensuring evaluations are relevant and timely, aligning with the evolving needs of institutions, while the evaluation departments should remain agile to provide insights that drive decision-making and organizational transformation. Rigorous analysis is essential to ensure the reliability of evidence and the credibility of recommendations, which enhances their impact on institutional change. Early engagement of stakeholders is crucial to developing a clear theory of change and successful outcomes. Additionally, evaluation recommendations should be practical, clearly communicated, and closely monitored for accountability and continuous learning, with tools like IsDB's STEER and ADB's MARS serving as effective models for tracking implementation.
The session was an excellent opportunity for professionals across the development sector to explore how evaluation can be leveraged for lasting organizational change. The valuable insights gained will help shape future strategies for promoting impactful institutional delivery. For more information on the Asian Evaluation Week 2024, please refer to the event’s website.
https://asianevaluationweek.adb.org/