Independent Evaluation at ADB

The Independent Evaluation Department (IED) at the Asian Development Bank (ADB) is pleased to share our validation of the technical assistance (TA) completion report. This report validates the completion assessment of the India: North Karnataka Urban Sector Investment Program. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gG_f75bp Garrett Kilroy Saleha Waseem Gillian Orzal Meyan Chaneco Emmanuel Jimenez

Congratulations VP Scott Morris, Muhammad Ehsan and Team EARD for winning Independent Evaluation at ADB CUP for excellence in #selfevaluation. Asian Development Bank (ADB) Saleha Waseem Sona Shrestha Lyaziza Sabyrova Justine Diokno-Sicat, Ph.D. Watch this space for more on IED Awards 2024.

ADB's thematic gender evaluation is out now! Congratulations to the team of the Independent Evaluation at ADB for a relevant report on a complex theme. The evaluation assessed the relevance of ADB's gender strategies, their implementation and impact on gender equality outcomes, as well as the institution's capacity for transformative change. “ADB was an early leader among multilateral development banks in institutionalizing gender mainstreaming, and now ensures gender action in most projects,” said IED Director General Emmanuel Jimenez. “However, the depth in project designs often falls short. To deepen its impact, ADB must integrate gender equality objectives into country- and sector-level strategies, supported by updated data and analysis.” According to the report, ADB is the only multilateral development bank to implement ratings for gender results at project completion. “But the current approach doesn't fully capture gender equality outcomes. Integrating qualitative and intermediate outcomes with quantitative metrics could better reflect transformative impacts," evaluation co-team leader Nassreena Sampaco Baddiri said. Limited familiarity with gender equality concepts among staff has led to inconsistent operational practices to enhance outcomes. Mandatory training, clearer definitions, and consolidating gender experts under the Gender Equality Division to support staff throughout the bank can promote deeper gender mainstreaming. “ADB must also update its 1998 Gender Policy to provide a coherent framework for guiding gender equality initiatives,” said evaluation co-team leader Eoghan Molloy “The current policy, designed for a different era, inadequately addresses issues like gender-based violence, intersectionality, and transformative change. ADB’s Strategy 2030 operational plan for gender equality, approved in 2019, introduced modern concepts, but the existing policy creates a mismatch with these practices.” Link to the report is here: https://lnkd.in/gkFNMANW #genderequality #evaluation #internationaldevelopment

The 2024 Shanghai International Program for Development Evaluation Training (SHIPDET) is being held in Shanghai from November 18 to 22. Co-organized by ADB’s Independent Evaluation Department and the Asia-Pacific Finance and Development Institute, the program targets senior government monitoring and evaluation teams engaged in national-level evaluations. Listen to Otgonbayar Ganbaatar, Head of Internal Audit, Monitoring and Evaluation Division of the Ministry of Finance of Mongolia talk about how M&E practices drive system changes in Mongolia. #SHIPDET2024 Saleha Waseem Gillian Orzal Meyan Chaneco Emmanuel Jimenez

The 2024 Shanghai International Program for Development Evaluation Training (SHIPDET) is taking place in Shanghai from November 18 to 22. This event is co-organized by the Independent Evaluation Department of the Asian Development Bank and the Asia-Pacific Finance and Development Institute of the People's Republic of China. The training is specifically designed for senior government monitoring and evaluation teams engaged in national-level evaluation activities. Listen to Joape Toganivalu, Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Analyst of the Ministry of Finance, Strategic Planning, National Development and Statistics, Fiji talk about their take ways from the training. #SHIPDET2024 Saleha Waseem Gillian Orzal Meyan Chaneco Emmanuel Jimenez

🟢 ADB at #COP29 Join us to discuss how the bank is scaling up its support for atoll island nations to help build climate and disaster resilience.

Maya Vijayaraghavan, our Principal Evaluation Specialist, reports from the field, sharing insights on the completely redesigned Shanghai International Program for Development Evaluation Training (SHIPDET). This year’s pilot program brings together 20 participants from 5 countries, fostering collaboration and learning across borders. Over the coming days, we’ll hear directly from participants about their experiences and takeaways from this innovative program. Stay tuned for updates and reflections. #SHIPDET2024 #SHIPDET Saleha Waseem Gillian Orzal Emmanuel Jimenez Meyan Chaneco

SAVE THE DATE: Power Up Climate Action with Evidence November 21, 2024 11:30 -13:00 Baku, Azerbaijan time (UTC+04:00) Join us at #COP29 for an insightful panel discussion on the essential role of independent evaluations in advancing evidence for climate finance, policies, and programs. Hosted by Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)’s Independent Learning and Evaluation Function, this event will bring together distinguished speakers from the Independent Evaluation Group, Independent Evaluation at ADB, European Investment Bank (EIB), Independent Evaluation Department at EBRD, and DEval - German Institute for Development Evaluation. Gain valuable insights on bridging evidence gaps, enhancing climate action, and maximizing the impact of climate finance strategies. Join us live: https://lnkd.in/gbnsq6e4 Learn more about the event: https://lnkd.in/geshuicC #EVCA #evaluation #COP29 #ClimateAction #ClimateFinance

My Independent Evaluation at ADB team is in Shanghai for the 2024 Shanghai International Program for Development Evaluation Training. Listen to IED Deputy Director General Sona Shrestha discuss how robust M&E systems are crucial for timely information, transparency, accountability, and insights into government program effectiveness amid complex challenges and fiscal pressures. Saleha Waseem Maya Vijayaraghavan Ian Goldman

The 2024 Shanghai International Program for Development Evaluation Training (SHIPDET), focused on strengthening national monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems, is currently underway in Shanghai. Co-organized by ADB’s Independent Evaluation and The Asia-Pacific Finance and Development Institute, the event brings together senior government M&E teams engaged in national-level evaluations. Participants from Mongolia, Tajikistan, Nepal, Fiji, and Indonesia are attending. Stay tuned for more updates on SHIPDET. #SHIPDET Saleha Waseem Gillian Orzal Meyan Chaneco Sona Shrestha Emmanuel Jimenez