Monitoring, Evaluation, Research &Learning (MERL)

We support the design and operationalization of robust and secure data collection, management, and reporting systems – tailored to any context – to assess program outcomes and catalyze learning. Our experts design and conduct baseline, midterm, endline, systematic reviews, grant closeout, and training and capacity-building evaluations. We strengthen project data quality for reliable reporting and support Collaboration, Learning, and Adaptation efforts using iterative learning processes that facilitate adaptive management. Our capabilities in statistical programming languages, data visualization tools, and geospatial information systems support monitoring and evaluation needs. To ensure project work is evidence-based, we provide research and analysis, including in-house and third-party monitoring, stakeholder and community feedback, and media monitoring.