EFFECTS OF MONITORING AND EVALUATION PRACTICE OF NGO ON PROJECT PERFORMANCE: IN CASE OF SELAM CHILDREN’S VILLEAGE

Abstract

The thesis aimed to assess effects of project monitoring and evaluation practice of NGO on project performance; in case of Selam children village. The impact of monitoring and evaluation practice, human resource capacity and stakeholders’ involvement on project performance was assessed. The researcher used descriptive and explanatory research designs to achieve the objectives of the study. Quantitative research approach was employed and used questionnaires with Likert scales to collect relevant data from the data sources. The researcher employed both descriptive and inferential statistical methods to analyze the questionnaire data. The numbers of samples were determined using Taro Yamane method for sample size calculation, and 96 staff members were involved in the study. The data analysis disclosed that, there was a strong positive correlation between MEP and project performance. Additionally, the positive correlation between Human Resource Capacity and project performance were found. There was also a strong positive correlation between Stakeholders’ Involvement and project performance. The findings indicate that, changes in dependent variable can be explained by independent variables.it also indicates M&E play importance role in achieving project performance, SCV prioritizes staff development in M&E and Strong stakeholder involvement in M&E. The research has contribution of understanding essential role of MEP, HRC, and SI on improvement of project performance within Selam Children’s Village. Finally, The research recommended to Strengthen M&E frameworks, Provide on-going HR training and Encouraging a culture of using M&E data for decision-making.