This can be used to elaborate new measures as well as amend and tailor existing initiatives
under the strategy. This section of the Strategy details the proposed systematic approach to
monitoring and evaluating progress as an integral part in implementing the NCS of Malawi. The
monitoring is scheduled to be periodic in order to track the progress of implementation of the
NCS. The monitoring will, therefore, focus on periodic and objective assessment of progress
towards the attainment of the set objectives.
The key objectives of the monitoring and evaluation approach are:
Establishment of Performance Targets for various governmental institutions or relevant
stakeholders responsible for implementing specific actions of the NCS.
Development of performance plans to establish a shared understanding of the expected
end results, the approach to achieving these end results and identify the resources
necessary to ensure a successful implementation. The plans will be based on the KPIs,
Performance Targets and Deadlines provided in the Implementation Logical Framework
Monitoring and reporting performance and progress in achieving expected end results by
identifying and promptly reporting observed or likely deviations.
Periodically evaluating institutional or individual performance against established
performance targets
An independent stakeholder will be commissioned to undertake the mid-term and longterm review of the strategy to determine the long-term impact and outcomes of the
strategy based on periodic reviews, and if necessary effect remedial actions to keep
implementation on track. The mid-term review will be undertaken at the end of 3 rd
Quarter of Year 3 of the Strategy and the long term review at the end of the 4 th year.
MACRA and all relevant Stakeholders will develop a comprehensive Monitoring and Evaluation
Plan which will be based on the proposed approach within 3 months of the adoption of the
Strategy. The Monitoring and Evaluation Plan will enable the assessment of the operational
issues encountered during the implementation of the strategy, as well as the assessment of the
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