PhD in Development Studies from the Australian National University, Binod over 10 years of leadership background in program quality - performance monitoring, evaluation, data management, and reporting, with 25 years of international development experience. Binod has worked directly in 15 countries with his technical expertise for projects/programs funded by various donors, such as the Governments of the United Kingdom (FCDO), Australia (DFAT), European Union (EU), Norway (NORAD), Switzerland (SDC), Sweden (SIDA), USAID and USG departments, and private foundations.
Expertise: Baselines, Midterms, Evaluations, and Studies; and developing monitoring, evaluation, and learning plans and frameworks. A seasoned trainer who has facilitated many training and capacity development events.
Program Areas: Livelihoods and economic opportunities, Poverty and inclusive growth, Environment and climate change, Natural resources management, Migration and trafficking, Governance and civil society, Human rights, Gender equity and social inclusion, and the Private Sector.
Binod Chapagain
Manager - Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning ADRA InternationalThanks for recommending good practices - they are very helpful.
I find the concept of 'net effect' (medical model!) challenging in some areas that are not visible in a short duration. How would we measure the net effect if we have short-term empowerment programs or climate change interventions? I also find it difficult to generalize randomized control trials for the areas that have wide impacts, such as air or water pollution. We can have qualitative data justifying the effects. However, the evaluation may need to challenge the programs that look for a quick-fix for a long-term problem!