USAID/GHANA PERFORMANCE INDICATOR REFERENCE SHEET |
Project Goal: Improved sustainable management of Ghana's marine and coastal resources |
Indicator Number: 1 |
Name of Indicator: Fishing Mortality at MSY (Fmsy) |
DESCRIPTION |
Precise Definition(s): This indicator measures maximum level of harvest rate allowed by the fishery in order to produce the Maximum Sustainable Yield (MSY) and which maintains the biological sustainability of the stock. (This indicator used to determine if Indicator: hectares of biological significance have improved).
Maximum Sustainable Yield (MSY): is a fisheries management term to describe the highest average catch (by weight) that can be safely taken from a single species stock without reducing its abundance overtime while taking into account the stock’s reproductive and growth rates under prevailing environmental conditions. |
Unit of Measure: Rate of harvest |
Disaggregated by: Not Applicable |
Justification & Management Utility: Targets of stock sustainability: Fmsy and Bmsy Fishery managers use a set of monitoring parameters to evaluate the adequacy and achievement of management measures in reference to the sustainable standards. An annual stock assessment will provide measures of fishing mortality and current biomass by single or multiple species (Fcurrent and Bcurrent). These two parameters will be analyzed annually against the targets (Fmsy and Bmsy). Each stock has its own sustainability target Fmsy and Bmsy based on species life history and population dynamics. However, monitoring the performance of management measures against the target is measured using a standardized frame of reference, based on a ratio of Fcurrent/Fmsy and Bcurrent/Bmsy. The rebuilding target is achieved when Fcurrent/Fmsy < 1 and Bcurrent/Bmsy > 1.
The target biological reference points (Fmsy and Bmsy) will be established in the first year of the project by the Science and Technical Working Group (STWG). The targets will be computed using a yield per recruit model with available primary data. Targets will be revised as data become available and/or measured by project’s special studies in collaboration with the University of Cape Coast and the Fisheries Commission. |
PLAN FOR DATA ACQUISITION BY FCMCBSP |
Data Collection Method: Surveys and interviews. |
Method of Data Acquisition by FCMCBSP: FCMCBSP will depend on results presented by the SFMP Project through the surveys and interviews conducted to report on this indicator. |
Data Source: Landing records of the fisheries as reported by the SFMP Project. FCMCBSP will only track the progress of this indicator. |
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Frequency and Timing of Data Acquisition: Annually |
Estimated Cost of Data Acquisition: Based on the data collection method, data acquisition will come at no cost to the FCMCBSP Project. |
Individual Responsible at FCMCBSP: FCMCBSP Core Management Team Leader, Project Research Assistants and M&E Leader. |
DATA QUALITY ISSUES |
Date of Initial Data Quality Assessment: At baseline data collection in 2015. |
Known Data Limitations and Significance (if any): |
Actions Taken or Planned to Address Data Limitations: |
Date of Future Data Quality Assessments: May 2019. |
Procedures for Future Data Quality Assessments: Review data with METSS |
PLAN FOR DATA ANALYSIS, REVIEW, & REPORTING |
Data Analysis: Every year |
Presentation of Data: Every year |
Review of Data: Every year. |
Reporting of Data: Project progress reports. |
OTHER NOTES |
Notes on Baselines/Targets: |
PERFORMANCE INDICATOR VALUES |
Year |
Target |
Actual |
Notes |
2015 |
- |
- |
Baseline |
2016 |
0.40 |
0.74 |
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2017 |
0.30 |
0.80 |
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2018 |
0.30 |
0.88 |
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2019 |
0.30 |
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USAID/GHANA PERFORMANCE INDICATOR REFERENCE SHEET |
Project Goal: Improved sustainable management of Ghana's marine and coastal resources |
Indicator Number: 2 |
Name of Indicator: Biomass to produce MSY (Bmsy): |
DESCRIPTION |
Precise Definition(s): This indicator measures a Management Reference Point referring to the level of biomass (by weight) necessary in the natural environment to produce MSY and maintains the long-term sustainability of the stock. (This indicator used to determine if Indicator: hectares of biological significance have improved)
Maximum Sustainable Yield (MSY): is a fisheries management term to describe the highest average catch (by weight) that can be safely taken from a single species stock without reducing its abundance overtime while taking into account the stock’s reproductive and growth rates under prevailing environmental conditions. |
Unit of Measure: Metric Tons |
Disaggregated by: Not Applicable |
Justification & Management Utility: Targets of stock sustainability: Fmsy and Bmsy
Fishery managers use a set of monitoring parameters to evaluate the adequacy and achievement of management measures in reference to the sustainable standards. An annual stock assessment will provide measures of fishing mortality and current biomass by single or multiple species (Fcurrent and Bcurrent). These two parameters will be analyzed annually against the targets (Fmsy and Bmsy). Each stock has its own sustainability target Fmsy and Bmsy based on species life history and population dynamics. However, monitoring the performance of management measures against the target is measured using a standardized frame of reference, based on a ratio of Fcurrent/Fmsy and Bcurrent/Bmsy. The rebuilding target is achieved when Fcurrent/Fmsy < 1 and Bcurrent/Bmsy > 1.
The target biological reference points (Fmsy and Bmsy) will be established in the first year of the project by the Science and Technical Working Group (STWG). The targets will be computed using a yield per recruit model with available primary data. Targets will be revised as data become available and/or measured by project’s special studies in collaboration with the University of Cape Coast and the Fisheries Commission. |
PLAN FOR DATA ACQUISITION BY FCMCBSP |
Data Collection Method: Surveys and interviews. |
Method of Data Acquisition by FCMCBSP: FCMCBSP will depend on results presented by the SFMP Project through the surveys and interviews conducted to report on this indicator. |
Data Source: Catch per unit of effort (CPUE) |
Frequency and Timing of Data Acquisition: Annually |
Estimated Cost of Data Acquisition: Based on the data collection method, data acquisition will come at no cost to the FCMCBSP Project. |
Individual Responsible at FCMCBSP: FCMCBSP Core Management Team Leader, Project Research Assistants and M&E Leader. |
DATA QUALITY ISSUES |
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Date of Initial Data Quality Assessment: At baseline data collection in 2015. |
Known Data Limitations and Significance (if any): |
Actions Taken or Planned to Address Data Limitations: |
Date of Future Data Quality Assessments: May 2019. |
Procedures for Future Data Quality Assessments: Review data with METSS |
PLAN FOR DATA ANALYSIS, REVIEW, & REPORTING |
Data Analysis: Every year |
Presentation of Data: Every year |
Review of Data: Every year. |
Reporting of Data: Project progress reports. |
OTHER NOTES |
Notes on Baselines/Targets: |
PERFORMANCE INDICATOR VALUES |
Year |
Target |
Actual |
Notes |
2015 |
- |
- |
Baseline |
2016 |
310,476 |
182,726 |
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2017 |
310,000 |
30,000 |
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2018 |
310,000 |
21,750 |
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2019 |
310,000 |
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USAID/GHANA PERFORMANCE INDICATOR REFERENCE SHEET |
Project Goal: Improved sustainable management of Ghana's marine and coastal resources |
Indicator Number: 3 (Environment)/Ghana CDCS) |
Name of Indicator: Number of hectares of biological significance and/or natural resources under improved natural resource management as a result of USG assistance (4.8.1-26). Also referenced from Ghana CDCS |
DESCRIPTION |
Precise Definition(s): For this project, “Improved natural resource management” includes activities that promote enhanced management of natural resources for one or more objectives, such as conserving biodiversity, water resources, mitigating climate change, and/or promoting sustainable fishing. An area is considered under "improved management” when any one of the following occurs: a change in legal status favors conservation or sustainable NRM; a local site assessment is completed which informs management planning; management actions are designed with appropriate participation; human and institutional capacity is developed; management actions are implemented; ongoing monitoring and evaluation is established; or on- the-ground management impacts are demonstrated (e.g. no-fishing zones demarcated). The project is guided by the principles of sustainable NRM and conservation, improved human and institutional capacity for sustainable NRM and conservation, access to better information for decision-making, and/or adoption of sustainable NRM and conservation practices in coastal areas targeted |
Unit of Measure: Hectares |
Disaggregated by: Significance of area (with respect to FCMCBSP goal and objectives) |
Justification & Management Utility: Measures of this indicator demonstrate progress towards sustainable natural resources governance and institutions, and will inform adaptive management of programs. This indicator is a reliable annual measure that demonstrates the magnitude of USAID/Ghana investments in biodiversity conservation and other natural resource sectors e.g. fisheries and coastal resources. |
PLAN FOR DATA ACQUISITION BY FCMCBSP |
Data Collection Method: FCMCBSP will collect data annually with support from MPhil students and Project Research Assistants who will use spatial planning instruments like the GPS to map watersheds (lagoons and other coastal water bodies) and coastal resources under management practice. The project will report as total number of hectares improved during the fiscal year in question, which can include maintained improvement in previously reported hectares and/or new, additional hectares. |
Method of Data Acquisition by FCMCBSP: Data will be collected directly from students or Project Research Assistants by creating maps of areas under improvements. |
Data Source: Spatial mapping reports and analyzed reports |
Frequency and Timing of Data Acquisition: Annually. |
Estimated Cost of Data Acquisition: Procurement of GPS, training, transport will be the main cost items |
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Individual(s) Responsible at FCMCBSP: FCMCBSP Core Management Team Leader/M&E Leader |
DATA QUALITY ISSUES |
Date of Initial Data Quality Assessment: At baseline data collection by MPhil Students and Project Research Assistants |
Known Data Limitations and Significance (if any): Precision is low since improved management is a relative term. Validity, integrity and reliability of data are high but regular data quality analysis is necessary. |
Actions Taken or Planned to Address Data Limitations: FCMCBSP will ensure that accuracy of GPS is high and mapping teams are trained well. The project will provide a good narrative to explain the type, quality and impact of improved management. |
Date of Future Data Quality Assessments: May, 2019 |
Procedures for Future Data Quality Assessments: Review spatial planning and mapping data internally and with METSS. |
PLAN FOR DATA ANALYSIS, REVIEW, & REPORTING |
Data Analysis: Trend, comparison across different areas under improvement |
Presentation of Data: Charts, maps, tables, narratives. |
Review of Data: Annually with M&E officers and students |
Reporting of Data: Fisheries and Coastal Management spatial mapping progress reports. |
OTHER NOTES |
Notes on Baselines/Targets: |
PERFORMANCE INDICATOR VALUES |
Year |
Target |
Actual |
Notes |
2015 |
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0 |
Baseline |
2016 |
6.9 |
0 |
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2017 |
6.9 |
0 |
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2018 |
6.9 |
0 |
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2019 |
6.9 |
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USAID/GHANA PERFORMANCE INDICATOR REFERENCE SHEET |
Project Goal: Improved sustainable management of Ghana's marine and coastal resources |
Indicator Number: 4 (Environment) |
Name of Indicator: Number of hectares in areas of biological significance and/or natural resource showing improved biophysical conditions as a result of USG assistance (EG 4.8.1-1). |
DESCRIPTION |
Precise Definition(s): For this project, “Improved biophysical conditions” are demonstrated where there is biophysical monitoring data showing improvement, stability if previously declining, or a slower rate of decline in one or more coastal natural resources over time.
Improving biophysical conditions is a goal of most site-based conservation and natural resource management programs. This is a subset of indicator number 4 above and project will focus on areas or sites along the coast where biophysical changes is visible and known improvements |
Unit of Measure: Hectares |
Disaggregated by: Significance of area with respect to FCMCBSP goal and objectives |
Justification & Management Utility: Measures of this indicator demonstrate the highest level of conservation effectiveness and can inform adaptive management of programs.
Disaggregation by “biologically significant areas” facilitates biodiversity compliance review led by USAID Biodiversity Technical Earmark Group, as well as Congressional reporting. It is relevant since the project plans to improve capacity in the management of coastal resources and this will be a direct measure of the intermediate result. |
PLAN FOR DATA ACQUISITION BY FCMCBSP |
Data Collection Method: FCMCBSP will collect data annually with support from MPhil students and Project Research Assistants who will use spatial planning instruments like the GPS or remote sensing. Direct observation and assessment will also be employed. The project will report as total number of hectares improved during the fiscal year in question, which can include maintained improvement in previously reported hectares and/or new, additional hectares. |
Method of Data Acquisition by FCMCBSP: Data will be collected directly from students and Project Research Assistants by creating maps of areas under biophysical improvements. |
Data Source: Spatial mapping reports and analyzed reports |
Frequency and Timing of Data Acquisition: Annually |
Estimated Cost of Data Acquisition: Procurement of GPS, training, transport will be the main cost items |
Individual(s) Responsible at FCMCBSP: FCMCBSP Core Management Team Leader/M&E Leader |
DATA QUALITY ISSUES |
Date of Initial Data Quality Assessment: At baseline data collection by MPhil Students and Project Research Assistants |
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Known Data Limitations and Significance (if any): Precision depends on the methods used, such as whether sampling is representative of whole area of intervention. Reliability is strong but comparability across different sites and different resources (and in different ecological zones) is difficult. Some of the biophysical change may or may not be detectable on an annual basis or even within the project cycle. |
Actions Taken or Planned to Address Data Limitations: FCMCBSP will ensure that accuracy of GPS is high and mapping teams are trained well. The project will provide a good narrative to explain the type, quality and impact of improved management. Stability where it didn’t exist before is also within the definition of biophysical change. |
Date of Future Data Quality Assessments: May, 2019 |
Procedures for Future Data Quality Assessments: Review spatial planning and mapping data internally and with METSS |
PLAN FOR DATA ANALYSIS, REVIEW, & REPORTING |
Data Analysis: Trend, comparison across different areas under improvement |
Presentation of Data: Charts, maps, tables, narratives. |
Review of Data: Annually with M&E officers and students |
Reporting of Data: Fisheries and Coastal Management spatial mapping progress reports. |
OTHER NOTES |
Notes on Baselines/Targets: |
PERFORMANCE INDICATOR VALUES |
Year |
Target |
Actual |
Notes |
2015 |
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0 |
Baseline |
2016 |
6.9 |
0 |
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2017 |
6.9 |
0 |
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2018 |
6.9 |
0 |
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2019 |
6.9 |
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USAID/GHANA PERFORMANCE INDICATOR REFERENCE SHEET |
Project Goal: Improved sustainable management of Ghana's marine and coastal resources |
PIR 1:Organizational and Human Capacity Strengthened/Key Results Area 1.2 |
Indicator Number: 5 (CUSTOM) |
Name of Indicator: Number of training and capacity building activities conducted with USG assistance |
DESCRIPTION |
Precise Definition(s): This is a count of the number of capacity building training events where significant knowledge or skills have been imparted through interactions that are intentional, structured, and purposed for imparting knowledge or skills. The training activities cover a variety of best practices in fisheries and coastal management, biodiversity and related courses, etc. All in-country and off-shore training activities are included. The project will include training events on climate risk analysis, adaptation, mitigation, and vulnerability assessments, as it relates to fisheries and aquatic sciences. All delivery mechanisms including a variety of extension methods as well as technical assistance activities will be included. |
Unit of Measure: Number |
Disaggregated by: Topical areas – Fisheries management, integrated coastal management, climate change, etc. |
Justification & Management Utility: This indicator measures capacity building training events where skill and knowledge acquisition is transferred to improve capacity for improved management of natural resources and biodiversity. It is a direct measure of strengthened institutional and human capacity. It also accounts for USG funds expended in capacity building through training. The indicator measures enhanced human capacity for research, policy formulation and implementation which is key to transformational development. |
PLAN FOR DATA ACQUISITION BY FCMCBSP |
Data Collection Method: Training activity information will be collected at the beginning of every organized and funded training event where sponsorship is involved. |
Method of Data Acquisition by FCMCBSP: Information will be collected from the training activity information which will then be entered into a FCMCBSP training database. |
Data Source: Project training reports |
Frequency and Timing of Data Acquisition: Semi-annually or as and when training activities take place |
Estimated Cost of Data Acquisition: Cost (mainly stationery) is low |
Individual(s) Responsible at FCMCBSP: FCMCBSP Core Management Team Leader/M&E Leader |
DATA QUALITY ISSUES |
Date of Initial Data Quality Assessment: Immediately after each training event and when data is aggregated for USAID reporting |
Known Data Limitations and Significance (if any): None |
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Actions Taken or Planned to Address Data Limitations: None |
Date of Future Data Quality Assessments: May, 2019 |
Procedures for Future Data Quality Assessments: Review training activity data internally and with METSS |
PLAN FOR DATA ANALYSIS, REVIEW, & REPORTING |
Data Analysis: Trends and cross-tabulation |
Presentation of Data: Charts, tables, narratives. |
Review of Data: Annually with M&E officers and other team members |
Reporting of Data: FCMCBSP quarterly, semi-annual and annual progress reports to USAID/Ghana |
OTHER NOTES |
Notes on Baselines/Targets: |
PERFORMANCE INDICATOR VALUES |
Year |
Target |
Actual |
Notes |
2015 |
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0 |
Baseline |
2016 |
5 |
11 |
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2017 |
10 |
7 |
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2018 |
10 |
0 |
No performance was achieved in FY 18 due to financial challenges. |
2019 |
5 |
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Project Goal: Improved sustainable management of Ghana's marine and coastal resources |
Indicator Number: 6 (Ghana CDCS) |
Name of Indicator: Number of people receiving USG supported training in natural resources management and/or biodiversity conservation |
DESCRIPTION |
Precise Definition(s): This indicator measures directly improved capacity in management of natural resource management and biodiversity conservation. FCMCBSP will count the number of individuals who attend organized trainings on topics related to natural resource management including training in fisheries, coastal and wetlands management. The project will count any person who attends training within the reporting period. Knowledge or skills gained through technical assistance activities, workshops, seminars, lectures, and field demonstrations are included. This does not include long-term training or meetings and conferences that are organized for the purpose of sharing ideas, making a decision or discussing an issue. If the activity provided training to trainers, and if the trainers conduct follow-on training estimated number of persons trained will be included. This is a subject of Feed-The-Future indicator on short-term training (4.5.2-7). |
Unit of Measure: Number of people |
Disaggregated by: Type of persons trained - students, lecturers, CSO members and by sex |
Justification & Management Utility: Skill and knowledge acquisition is important for capacity building and for improved management of natural resources and biodiversity. This indicator is a direct measure of strengthened institutional and human capacity. It also accounts for USG funds expended in capacity building through training. |
PLAN FOR DATA ACQUISITION BY FCMCBSP |
Data Collection Method: Training participants’ information will be collected at the beginning of every organized and funded training event. All those trained in natural resources and/or biodiversity conservation will be filtered in the training database and reported. |
Method of Data Acquisition by FCMCBSP: Information from sign-up sheets will be entered into a FCMCBSP training database. |
Data Source: Training sign-up sheets |
Frequency and Timing of Data Acquisition: On-going, as training events occur |
Estimated Cost of Data Acquisition: Cost (mainly stationery) is low |
Individual(s) Responsible at FCMCBSP: FCMCBSP Core Management Team Leader/M&E Leader |
DATA QUALITY ISSUES |
Date of Initial Data Quality Assessment: Immediately after each training event and when data is aggregated for USAID reporting |
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Known Data Limitations and Significance (if any): Double counting of persons who attend multiple training courses. , if participants fail to sign in, there will be under-counting of participants. |
Actions Taken or Planned to Address Data Limitations: M&E leader will ensure that those who attend FCMCBSP training for more than two times indicate so on the sign -up sheet and also make sure that everyone signs in when attending training. |
Date of Future Data Quality Assessments: May, 2019 |
Procedures for Future Data Quality Assessments: Review data internally and with METSS |
PLAN FOR DATA ANALYSIS, REVIEW, & REPORTING |
Data Analysis: Trend and tabulation |
Presentation of Data: Charts, tables, narratives. |
Review of Data: Annually with M&E officers and other team members |
Reporting of Data: FCMCBSP quarterly, semi-annual and annual progress reports to USAID/Ghana |
OTHER NOTES |
Notes on Baselines/Targets: |
PERFORMANCE INDICATOR VALUES |
Year |
Target |
Actual |
Notes |
2015 |
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0 |
Baseline |
2016 |
150 |
223 |
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2017 |
200 |
139 |
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2018 |
100 |
6 |
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2019 |
50 |
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USAID/GHANA PERFORMANCE INDICATOR REFERENCE SHEET |
Project Goal: Improved sustainable management of Ghana's marine and coastal resources |
Indicator Number: 7 (Environment) |
Name of Indicator: Number of person hours of training in natural resources management and/or biodiversity conservation supported by USG assistance (4.8.1-29) |
DESCRIPTION |
Precise Definition(s): The number of person hours of training completed by participants is estimated by multiplying the number of people trained using a prepared curriculum and set of learning objectives by the total number of hours used for the training. FCMCBSP will estimate this through the delivery of courses funded partially or in full through the paying of consultants, lecturers, hosting facilities, etc. Only persons who complete the training will be counted.
Training must focus on natural resources and biodiversity defined as conserving biodiversity and managing natural resources in ways that maintain their long-term viability and preserve their potential to meet the needs of present and future generations. |
Unit of Measure: Number of hours |
Disaggregated by: Type of persons trained - students, lecturers, CSO members and by sex |
Justification & Management Utility: Skill and knowledge acquisition is important for capacity building and for improved management of fisheries and coastal resources. This indicator is a direct measure of strengthened institutional and human capacity. It also accounts for USG funds expended in capacity building. |
PLAN FOR DATA ACQUISITION BY FCMCBSP |
Data Collection Method: Participants information will be collected at the beginning of every organized and funded training event. |
Method of Data Acquisition by FCMCBSP: Information from sign-up sheets will be entered into a FCMCBSP training database and used to estimate person hours. |
Data Source: Training sign-up sheets |
Frequency and Timing of Data Acquisition: On-going, as training is funded and delivery takes place |
Estimated Cost of Data Acquisition: Cost (mainly stationery) is low |
Individual(s) Responsible at FCMCBSP: FCMCBSP Core Management Team Leader/M&E Leader |
DATA QUALITY ISSUES |
Date of Initial Data Quality Assessment: Immediately after each training event and when data is aggregated for USAID reporting |
Known Data Limitations and Significance (if any): Double counting of persons who attend multiple training courses in addition to the issue of persons not completing the course. |
Actions Taken or Planned to Address Data Limitations: M&E leader to ensure that only those who complete the training course are included in the estimation. |
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Date of Future Data Quality Assessments: May, 2019 |
Procedures for Future Data Quality Assessments: Review data internally and with METSS |
PLAN FOR DATA ANALYSIS, REVIEW, & REPORTING |
Data Analysis: Trend and tabulation |
Presentation of Data: Charts, tables, narratives. |
Review of Data: Annually with M&E officers and other team members |
Reporting of Data: FCMCBSP quarterly, semi-annual and annual progress reports to USAID/Ghana |
OTHER NOTES |
Notes on Baselines/Targets: |
PERFORMANCE INDICATOR VALUES |
Year |
Target |
Actual |
Notes |
2015 |
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0 |
Baseline |
2016 |
400 |
2,676 |
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2017 |
3000 |
2610 |
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2018 |
3000 |
96 |
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2019 |
3000 |
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