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SayPro Documents Required from Employees

For Monthly Research Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E)
Compiled by SayPro Community Needs Assessments Research Office | Under SayPro Research Royalty

To ensure consistency, accountability, and high-quality reporting in the SayPro Monthly Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) process, all employees involved in community-based programs and fieldwork are required to submit the following documents. These documents help track progress, measure impact, and contribute to strategic decision-making across SayPro initiatives.

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1. Monitoring Plan

Purpose:
Outlines the structure and approach for conducting monitoring and evaluation activities.

Must Include:

• Objectives of the monitoring initiative
• Methodology (qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-method)
• Data collection tools (surveys, interviews, focus groups, observation, etc.)
• Timeline and frequency of monitoring activities
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and how they will be measured
• Roles and responsibilities of team members
• Ethical considerations and community consent processes (if applicable)

2. Field Data Collection Tools

Purpose:
Ensure consistent, accurate, and reliable data collection across programs and regions.

Must Include:

• Standardized survey forms, questionnaires, or interview guides used during fieldwork
• Observation checklists or focus group templates
• Digital data capture tools (where applicable) including app or spreadsheet formats
• Notes on any language translations or adaptations made for community relevance
• Documentation of ethical compliance (e.g., informed consent forms)

Submission Deadline: Alongside data reports, within 3 working days after fieldwork completion

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3. Monthly M&E Progress Report

Purpose:
Provide a comprehensive update on program performance, data collected, and progress toward KPIs.

Must Include:

• Summary of activities conducted during the reporting period
• Progress against targets and indicators (with data and visuals where applicable)
• Challenges encountered and mitigation strategies
• Beneficiary feedback or case examples
• Preliminary recommendations based on field observations
• Any deviations from the monitoring plan

Submission Deadline: On or before the 28th of each month

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4. Stakeholder Engagement Summary

Purpose:
Capture feedback, perspectives, and participation levels of key community stakeholders involved in or affected by the program.

Must Include:

• Summary of meetings, consultations, or interviews with local stakeholders (e.g., community leaders, local government, partner NGOs)
• Key themes or concerns raised by stakeholders
• Feedback from beneficiaries or community representatives
• Stakeholder recommendations for improving program delivery
• Any follow-up actions taken or planned

Submission Deadline: Within one week following stakeholder engagements

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5. Program Adjustment Proposals (If Applicable)

Purpose:
Recommend evidence-based changes to ongoing programs for improved impact or efficiency.

Must Include:

• Clear description of the issue or gap identified
• Supporting data from monitoring findings
• Suggested adjustments to program design or delivery
• Anticipated impact of the proposed change
• Resource or support needs (if any) to implement the adjustment
• Risk assessment or potential challenges

Submission Deadline: As needed, but no later than the end of the monthly reporting period

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Submission Guidelines

• All documents must be submitted through the SayPro Research Submission Portal or designated shared folders.
• File names must follow the format:
  ProgramName_Location_DocumentType_EmployeeName_MonthYear
  Example: YouthSkills_ECape_ProgressReport_NSmith_Apr2025
• Late or incomplete submissions may impact program evaluations and team reporting efficiency.

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Conclusion

These documents form the foundation of SayPro’s commitment to evidence-based programming, accountability, and community-centered development. Employees are encouraged to complete and submit them diligently to ensure that every initiative reflects SayPro’s core values of transparency, quality, and continuous improvement.