The Influence of Monitoring and Evaluation Methods on the Performance of Uganda Red Cross Society in Eastern Uganda

Abstract

This paper examined the influence of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) methods on the performance of the Uganda Red Cross Society (URCS) in Eastern Uganda. The study found that there is a significant relationship between M&E methods and the performance of URCS, with effective M&E methods leading to improved performance. The study also found that human resource capacity and M&E systems are important factors that influence the performance of URCS. The paper used a mixed-methods approach to collect data, including surveys, interviews, and focus groups. The paper found that URCS uses a variety of M&E methods, including logical frameworks, monitoring and evaluation plans, costed workplans, and indicator manuals. The paper also found that URCS has adequate human resource capacity for M&E, with staff members who are skilled and knowledgeable in M&E. Finally, the study found that URCS has an improved M&E system, with clear policies, procedures and a monitoring and evaluation champion. The findings suggest that URCS can improve its performance by further strengthening its M&E system. This includes ensuring that M&E is integrated into all aspects of the organization’s work, that staff members are adequately trained in M&E, and that M&E data is used to inform decision-making.