01. Annual Reports & Independent Evaluations

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Experience with Institutionalizing Monitoring and Evaluation Systems in Five Latin American Countries: Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica and Uruguay

(World Bank, Washington, DC, 2006-05) Zaltsman, Ariel

This paper provides a comparative analysis of five countries which have sought to institutionalize government-wide monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems. Among the many lessons are the strong advantages of having high-level support, and the benefits of coordination among different stakeholders and systems. A number of strong features of Chile’s main M&E system are also noted.
Institutionalization of Monitoring and Evaluation Systems to Improve Public Sector Management

(World Bank, Washington, DC, 2006-01) Mackay, Keith

A growing number of countries are pursuing a results orientation by building or strengthening their government monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems. This paper provides an overview of the increasingly rich body of experience with these efforts. The dimensions of a successful government M&E system are considered, using Chile as an example. Success factors and mistakes to avoid are examined. Finally, the special case of Africa is outlined. This paper includes the following headings: introduction; what does success look like - the case of Chile; country capacities - for what; lessons from experience - success factors for building country M&E systems; key trends influencing country realities - a donor perspective; the special case of Africa; and conclusions and challenges for the future.