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SayPro Data Collection Template for SayPro Monthly February SCLMR-1

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SayPro Monthly February SCLMR-1 Data Collection Template

Introduction:

This template is designed to support the SayPro Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Office in accurately collecting, monitoring, and reporting data for the SayPro Monthly February SCLMR-1. The goal is to ensure that data collection processes are timely, accurate, and effectively communicated to stakeholders, under the guidance of SayPro Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Royalty.

This data collection process serves as a critical component in monitoring program performance and effectiveness, particularly in terms of specific outcomes related to SayPro operations.

Purpose:

• Ensure Accuracy: To maintain precision in all data points collected for monthly reporting, especially those pertaining to the SayPro Monthly February SCLMR-1.
• Timeliness: To guarantee that all data is collected and submitted on time, aligning with the necessary reporting deadlines.
• Stakeholder Communication: To provide relevant, accurate, and timely data to all stakeholders involved in the SayPro project, ensuring transparency and informed decision-making.

Data Collection Template:

Field	Description	Data Source	Frequency of Data Collection	Method of Data Collection	Responsible Person/Team
Report Period	The time frame for the report (e.g., February 2025).	SayPro Operational Calendar	Monthly	Automated Report Generation from Database	Monitoring and Evaluation Office
SCLMR-1 Indicator Number	The specific SCLMR-1 indicator associated with the data.	SayPro Program Database	Monthly	Manual/Automated Extraction from System	Data Collection Team
Indicator Description	Description of what the indicator measures (e.g., number of beneficiaries reached).	SayPro Monitoring and Evaluation Manual	Monthly	Data Review and Entry	Program Monitoring Team
Data Collection Methodology	Explanation of the methods used to gather the data (e.g., surveys, interviews, system data).	Interviews, Surveys, Direct Observations	As per activity	Field Interviews/Surveys	M&E Team/Field Workers
Total Beneficiaries Served	The total number of individuals or entities served by SayPro during the reporting period.	Programmatic records	Monthly	Manual entry from beneficiary records	Program Management Team
Outcome Achievement	Key outcomes achieved during the reporting period (e.g., outcomes from the program’s activities).	Program Activity Logs/Reports	Monthly	Program Outcome Tracking	Outcome Tracking Team
Challenges Encountered	Challenges faced during the data collection process or program execution.	Programmatic Reports, Field Observations	As encountered	Field Notes, Monitoring Reports	Field Workers/Monitoring Team
Data Verification Status	Confirmation that the data has been validated for accuracy and consistency.	M&E Verification Logs	Monthly	Review by M&E Office	M&E Verification Team
Data Timeliness	The status of whether the data was collected and submitted on time.	Data Submission Records	Monthly	Date Stamps on Submitted Data	M&E Office/Reporting Team
Data Completeness	Check whether the data collected is complete without missing entries.	Program Data Collection Forms	Monthly	Review of Collected Data	Data Collection and Review Team
Action Taken for Missing Data	Steps taken if data is found to be missing or incomplete.	Data Collection Reports	As necessary	Follow-up Surveys, Interviews	Data Collection Team/Program Staff
Stakeholder Feedback	Any feedback received from stakeholders related to the data or program.	Stakeholder Meetings, Surveys	As needed	Direct Feedback from Stakeholders	Stakeholder Engagement Team

Data Reporting Requirements:

• Reporting Timeline: All data must be collected by the end of each month (February for the current report period), with reporting completed and submitted within the first 10 days of the following month.
• Stakeholders: Data will be shared with key stakeholders including program managers, donors, and external evaluators.
• Data Accuracy and Validation: Data should be double-checked for any discrepancies and verified with source documents before being finalized for submission.

Reporting Format:

The data will be organized and presented in a standardized format to maintain consistency across monthly reports. The format should include:

• Executive Summary: Key highlights of the data collection, including trends, significant outcomes, and challenges.
• Data Tables: Clear and concise tables representing the quantitative data.
• Graphs/Charts: Where necessary, include visualizations (charts, graphs) to make data interpretation easier.
• Analysis: A brief analysis of the data trends, challenges, and potential actions to address gaps.

Monitoring and Evaluation Plan:

• Verification and Quality Control: Every report will undergo an internal verification process to confirm that all collected data is accurate, complete, and reflects the true program performance.
• Stakeholder Review: Stakeholders, including program managers and senior leadership, will be given access to the data for review, comments, and feedback.
• Lessons Learned: After each report submission, a debriefing meeting will be held to discuss lessons learned and to improve data collection practices for the next reporting cycle.

Data Collection Responsibilities:

• Monitoring and Evaluation Office: Responsible for overall coordination, data quality control, and final report submission.
• Field Staff: Responsible for data collection in the field, ensuring the correct data is recorded, and reporting any issues encountered during the collection process.
• Data Collection Team: Works closely with the M&E office to ensure data is compiled and validated before submission.
• Program Managers: Ensure that all program data and outcomes are correctly captured and aligned with the reporting requirements.

Conclusion:

The SayPro Monthly February SCLMR-1 Data Collection Template is an essential tool in ensuring that data collection for the SayPro program is carried out efficiently, accurately, and on time. It facilitates transparent communication between the monitoring and evaluation office, program staff, and stakeholders, ensuring the program’s success and the effective achievement of its objectives. Adhering to this template will streamline reporting processes, improve data quality, and ultimately help achieve better program outcomes.