​​​​​​Question 1

​Is an evaluation required? Consider:

  • Size (scope, funding)
  • Strategic significance
  • Degree of risk
  • Innovation
  • Complexity
  • Attribution
  • Likely availability of relevant data

If no, consider whether program monitoring is appropriate.

If yes, continue to Question 2.

Question 2

D​oes the evaluation require an independent evaluator? Consider the need for:

  • Special evaluation expertise not available internally
  • An independent assessment of the program.

If no, continue to question 3.​​

If yes, continue to question 4.

Question 3​

Are appropriate evaluation resources available internally? 

If yes, your answer is Executive sponsor with appropriate delegation to approve:

  • ​Conduct of evaluation as proposed
  • Allocation of internal resources
If no, continue to question 4.

Question 4

Are funds available to engage an independent evaluator? A rough estimate of cost for an evaluation is around 1%​​​ to 5% of the program costs, depending on its scope.

If no, seek advice from appropriate delegate on how to proceed.

If yes, your answer is ​​​​Executive sponsor with appropriate delegation to approve:
  • Conduct of evaluation as proposed
  • Expenditure of funds
Proceed to Step 2​.
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