Our expert panellists explore the art of mastering rapid reviews. Learn how to quickly review even the most complex of work programmes to identify what’s working, what could be improved, and what options are available to improve efficiencies.
Social Impact Assessments (SIAs) and Social Return on Investment Analysis (SROIs), gauge the effectiveness of policies, campaigns, and social initiatives. Understanding the intended impact, mechanisms behind them, and how to substantiate these changes is crucial. Choosing the right measures and standardising methods—such as monetising selected metrics, using evaluation rubrics, and developing case studies—is essential for an accurate assessment. A well-conducted analysis supports future policy development and social investment by preventing the adverse effects of poor evaluations.
These resources will guide yo through our SROI process and provide you with the tools to do one yourself.
In these resources, our evaluation veterans will discuss how to deliver ‘the Toyota’ of evaluations, as opposed to ‘the Ferrari’, by focusing on the fundamentals of credible evaluation within your context. They’ll explore the delicate balance of making necessary compromises while avoiding detrimental ones, including strategies for scenarios where there simply isn’t enough capacity to deliver your evaluation work program.
Fiona is an evaluator with extensive experience in applying a systems thinking approach to building outcomes frameworks and intervention logics. She has prepared theories of change and monitoring and evaluation frameworks to help organisations to understand, monitor and measure the impact they are making in a practical and realistic way.
Brendan is a skilled researcher and evaluator. He has lead or supported large national evaluations, surveys, focus groups, wellbeing research and statistical analyses of complex health data. Brendan has experience delivering credible evaluations and developing evidence-based recommendations. Brendan has a PhD in Māori identify and public health.
Eleanor in a Senior Consultant with experience in health, education and social services in Victoria, Australia and internationally. Eleanor has expertise in evaluation, research, policy and project management. She recently led a significant review into after-hours primary care policies and programs for the Australian Department of Health and Aged Care.
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