The Evaluation Manual contains the core methodology that the Independent Evaluation Office (IEO) of NDB uses to conduct its evaluations. This is the third key piece of NDB’s evaluation architecture now in place after the Evaluation Policy and Evaluation Strategy, reflecting a significant milestone in our commitment to helping foster accountability, promote learning and drive continuous improvement of NDB activities.
This Manual provides clear and detailed guidance on evaluation methodologies, processes, approaches and the practical aspects of conducting evaluations. At the core of the evaluation system is the use of recognised international practices and standards, particularly those established by the Evaluation Cooperation Group of the Multilateral Development Banks, while emphasising the importance of customisation of the evaluation methodology to align with NDB’s specific mandate, the unique needs and priorities of member countries, and the context of each evaluation.
The Manual will serve as a comprehensive reference for conducting both independent and self-evaluations at NDB, by harmonising the quality standards and consistency between the two, and, ultimately, fostering a stronger results and evaluation culture at NDB as a whole. At the same time, it also offers methodological guidance for partners conducting evaluations at the country-level.
The manual also will be available soon in Chinese, Portuguese and Russian to facilitate its use in all the countries where NDB has its regional offices.