Monitoring and Evaluation
“DNA Economics undertakes rigorous research to provide policy and strategic advice that is practical, evidence‑based and sustainable”
The aim of the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) practice is to facilitate the systematic and independent assessment of project and programme performance. We conduct evaluations with a strategic focus on enhancing project performance, outcomes and impact. These evaluations also serve to inform policy and investment decisions while promoting institutional learning.
We offer a diverse range of services that are customised to meet the specific needs of our clients. In our approach, we employ theory-based methodologies that combine both quantitative and qualitative methods. This approach allows for data triangulation, thereby strengthening the validity of study findings. By utilising a combination of these rigorous research techniques, we ensure comprehensive and reliable evaluation results.
Services
- Development of M&E frameworks and systems
- Programme design and indicators
- Data quality audits (DQAs)
- Creation and refinement of logical frameworks and theory of change models
- Strategic reviews
- Design and diagnostic evaluations
- Mid-term / process / implementation evaluations
- Outcome evaluations
- Impact evaluations and assessments
- Impact measurement and management
- Rapid evaluations
- Data visualisation and reporting
Selected projects from our work in this area
- A rapid evaluation of the 16 Days of Activism Campaign for the South African Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (DPME).
- A design evaluation of the West Rand Special Economic Zone (SEZ) for the Gauteng Province.
- An implementation and outcomes evaluation of the National Equipment Programme (NEP) for the South African Department of Science and Innovation (DSI).
- An impact assessment of the Government Employee Pension Fund’s (GEPF’s) Isibaya Fund.
- A strategic review of Rand Water’s Corporate Social Investment (CSI) programme.
- Design, implementation and impact evaluations for a range of private sector, non-profit and donor clients, such as an outcomes evaluation of the Takura project (Anglo American Platinum), an impact assessment of the SHARP Programme (South African Breweries), and an implementation and outcomes evaluation of work readiness programmes (Momentum Foundation).
For more information please contact:
Zulaikha Brey
zulaikha.brey@dnaeconomics.com