Impact Evaluation | Ramallah

A 30-hour advanced program combining 4 days in Istanbul, equipping participants with practical skills & knowledge in project impact evaluation

Course Outline

Module 1: Evaluation Concepts & Criteria

Introduction to evaluation in development
OECD-DAC evaluation criteria
Relevance and coherence
Efficiency and effectiveness
Impact and sustainability
Application of DAC criteria in humanitarian settings

Module 2: Evaluation Methodologies

Qualitative vs quantitative evaluation approaches
Mixed-methods approaches
Sampling methods: probability and non-probability
Treatment and control groups
Sample size calculation (practical applications)

Module 3: Data Collection & Analysis

Survey design and questionnaire development
Data collection tools (digital and field-based)
Quantitative data analysis fundamentals
Statistical terminology and common errors
Qualitative data collection tools (FGDs, KIIs, observations)
Qualitative data analysis techniques
Reporting quantitative and qualitative findings

Module 4: Evaluation Reporting & Learning

Evaluation report structure and professional writing
Data interpretation for decision-making
Knowledge Management and Learning Plans
Developing Terms of Reference (ToR) for external evaluations
Dashboards and data visualization (Power BI basics)
Practical use of AI in M&E workflows
Introduction to web-based M&E systems

Training Information

Method:Carmel Hotel, Ramallah
Timeframe: September, 2026
Session Time: 5 Saturday, | 9:00-3:00
Number of Participants: Up to 10
Training Fee includes:
- MEAL DPro Certificate Exam fee
- Training Certificate
- Training Materials

Biography of Trainers

Majdal Hindi

Majdal Hindi is a professional trainer and data analytics specialist with over four years of experience delivering practical, hands-on training programs for individuals and organizations. She has designed and facilitated numerous training sessions in data analysis, visualization, and reporting, targeting both technical and non-technical audiences. Her approach emphasizes real-world applications that support effective decision-making and operational reporting.

In addition to her training expertise, Majdal brings strong hands-on experience in data analysis within complex operational environments. She currently works with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), where she manages large-scale datasets using SQL, ensures data quality, conducts statistical analyses, and develops interactive dashboards using Excel, Power BI, and Tableau. Her work contributes to data-driven decision-making and improved operational efficiency.

Majdal holds an MBA in Big Data Analytics and is currently pursuing a PhD in Artificial Intelligence. Her training methodology is practical and results-oriented, equipping participants with skills that can be directly applied in their professional roles.

Hisham Qaddumi

Hisham Qaddumi is a professional trainer and a specialist in Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) with over ten years of experience in delivering capacity-building programs for nonprofit and development organizations. Throughout the past decade, he has delivered more than 35 professional training sessions in Monitoring & Evaluation, proposal writing and Fundraising, for NGOs, public institutions, and international organizations across the MENA region.

In addition to his training work, Hisham has extensive hands-on experience in monitoring, evaluation, and impact assessment of donor-funded projects. He has led outcome surveys, impact evaluations, and monitoring systems for major initiatives supported by IFAD and various international donors.

Hisham holds internationally recognized certifications, including MEAL DPro® and Project DPro®, as well as a Master’s degree in Strategic Planning and Fundraising. His training methodology is practical, donor-aligned, and immediately applicable.