Logical Framework as a Tool for Monitoring and Evaluation for Food Security, Lower Kuja Irrigation Scheme, Nyatike, Migori County, Kenya

Abstract

The application of the Logical Framework Approach (LFA) is an essential method for effective management of food security projects. The purpose of this desk review was to analyse the Logical Framework as a tool for monitoring and evaluation for food security in Lower Kuja irrigation scheme, in Nyatike Sub-County, Migori County. The objectives were to determine approaches to mainstreaming monitoring and evaluation into projects and to determine the influence of the Logical framework approach as a tool for evidence-based Monitoring and Evaluation by focusing on monitoring and evaluation. The results of this review would be useful to policy makers at various levels of the government, non-governmental organizations and private sector to formulate a workable and all-inclusive monitoring and evaluation systems for better organizational performance. Existence of a reliable knowledge on application of the logical framework approach is essential for success of food security initiatives. Additionally, it would also help ensure adequate relevant stakeholders’ involvement in monitoring and evaluation activities so as to enhance relevance and customer satisfaction in the programs output. The study was purely based on review and analysis of existing literature. The study findings revealed that compliance to legislative clauses for M&E as in the Constitution of Kenya 2010 that advocate for public participation at various levels to ensure that every project organization put measures and structures for M&E into their programs is lacking. Formulation and implementation of quality management systems that match global best practices also help ensure that M&E are mainstreamed into all organization policies and programs. Again, establishment or creation of M&E positions with sole responsibility of conducting M&E activities in the organizations ensure that the exercise is done as there are officers who are fully in charge of the activities. The review recommends that formal M&E approaches e.g. goal, process and impact should also be considered to help address certain specific areas of concern in food security.