Theory of Change Training Course

INTRODUCTION

This training course will provide participants with the knowledge and skill on the methodology of developing long-term goals and mapping them backwards to causal linkages in an initiative to achieve its shorter-term, intermediate, and longer-term outcomes. Relevant examples of application of theory of change will be given.

VENUE: SID Institute Training Center; Nairobi, Kenya

FEE: Dollars $ 1,250 + 16% VAT

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DURATION

5 days

COURSE OBJECTIVES

• Participants will gain an understanding on how to apply the theory of change to develop relevant and applicable interventions
• Participants will gain confidence to apply the acquired skills and knowledge to their respective initiatives/interventions
• Participants will have an improved understanding of how the theory of change can improve the quality of their projects while promoting learning and accountability

COURSE OUTLINE

Module 1: Introduction to Change theory

• What is theory of change?
• What theories of change look like
• How they relate to strategic plans, logframes and M&E frameworks
• Steps in theory of change
• Identifying long-term goals

Module 2: Developing a change pathway

• Developing change pathways
• Developing and evidencing assumptions
• Backward mapping and connecting out
• Theory of change in relation to other frameworks (Logical framework, Result framework, Conceptual framework).

Module 3: Informing project and programme plans, M&E and impact assessment

• How to use theories of change to develop project and programme plans
• What to monitor and evaluate
• How impact assessment fits in
• Reflecting on and adapting theories of change
• Identifying assumptions
• Identifying indicators
• How to measure the implementation and effectiveness of the initiative

Module 4: Outcome framework

• Elements of the outcomes framework
• Benefits of developing an outcomes framework
• Steps in creating an outcome framework

Module 5: Contribution assessment framework and participatory methodologies

• Assessing contribution to change
• Participatory methods and tools for contribution assessment
• Reflecting on our assessment practices
• Intervention action and strategy

REQUIREMENTS AND TRAINING VENUE

The training will be held at SID Institute Training Center. Delegates should be reasonably proficient in English. Applicants must live up to SID Institute admission criteria.

ACCREDITATION

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a certificate.

CUSTOMIZED/TAILOR- MADE

We will customize this training to fit your professional and institution expected outcome. You can have it delivered at SID Institute or at a convenient location.

Kindly Note: The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and delivery methodology