what have we learnt about networking in rd...
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The Added Value of RD Networking 1
What have we learnt about
networking in RD evaluation?
Hannes Wimmer
Jela Tvrdonova
Brussels 10/10/2013
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Thematic Working Groups, NRN,
Improve methods
Training DO, ExCo,
Increase capacity
Missions, Website, Newsletter, GPWS
Share knowledge
Our network
How do we network?
Evaluation Helpdesk
Specific target group
A specific network
for specific tasks
Geographic experts
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Target group
With whom do we network?
EC Desk Officers
Academics/
researchers
Managing
Authorities
NRN, MC, PA...
ENRD
Evaluators
Evaluation
Helpdesk
Clarify role
in relation to
these actors
(what are
their needs?
How to
relate to
them? What
information
is relevant?
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Networking with Member States
Focus Groups in the MS
2008
Starting phase CMEF
2009
Preparation MTE
2010
MTE
2011
Follow-up MTE
2012
Preparation new PP
2013
Preparation Evaluation Plan
2008 257 participants
2009 234
2010 292
2011 371
2012 464
Choose a relevant topic
for both MS and EC
Create a platform for
facilitated discussion on
M&E
Build capacity
FOCUS GROUP NEWSLETTER • NEEDS ASSESSMENT REPORT • AWP INPUT
Stakeholders
EC Officials
Academics & experts
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Networking with academics and practioners
Thematic Working Groups
THEMATIC WORKING PAPERS
Bridge the gap between
evaluators and MAs
Involve Member States
through sounding board
Focus on practical
guidance
HNV • RD IMPACTS • LEADER & QoL• EX ANTE • EVALUATION PLAN • EX POST
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Networking with National Rural Networks
Thematic Work for NRN
Use NRN to build
evaluation awareness
multiplier effect
Use „natural interest“ of
NRNs in evaluation to
build capacity
NETWORK ACTIVITIES • WP ON NRNP EVALUATION • ASSESSMENT NRNP MTE
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Networking platform
Good practice wokshops
GOOD PRACTICE WORKSHOPS • GOOD PRACTICE NEWSLETTER • BACKGROUND PAPER
RELEVANT TOPICS
• High Nature Value
• Evaluation of NRNP
• ToR for Ex-ante
• Ongoing evaluation and EP
• Targeted data management
• Context Indicators for RD
• Indicators in regionalized MS
• SWOT & Needs Assessment
• Climate Change
Make workshops on topics
suggested by Member States
Explain HOW things are done
technical workshops!
Involve key experts from MS and
EC informal platform for
exchange
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Networking with Member States
Evaluation Expert Committee
PREPARATION • PRESENTATIONS • ANIMATION • MINUTES • FOLLOW UP
• Formal networking tool
• All Member States are
represented
• Platform for technical
information, discussion,
exchange
• Prepares next Programming
Period
Excellent tool to get
immediate feedback from
MAs on what we are doing
Only few evaluators (and
other stakeholders present)
Members do not always
disseminate the information
in their country
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Networking with Geographic Units
Activities for Desk Officers
TRAINING • MTE ASSESSMENT • Q&A SESSIONS • MISSIONS • FOCUS GROUP
IMPLEMENT
Desk Officer
Managing Authorities
Paying Agencies
MC
…
EVALUATE
Evaluators
Researchers
Evaluation Steering Group
…
DOs are integral
part of the M&E
system link to
implementation
Activities need to
be focused and
well prepared
time is tight!
• Training on CMEF
• Training on MTE Assessment
• Training on ex ante
assessment (tbc)
• Methodological backstop for
MTE feedback
• Q & A sessions,
presentations at unit
meetings, CMEF review
• Lunchtime debates
• DO participation in missions,
focus groups, good practice
workshops
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Thank you for your attention!
Evaluation Helpdesk
Chaussée Saint-Pierre 260
B-1040 Brussels
Tel. +32 2 736 18 90
E-mail [email protected]
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