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Introduction to the revised Evaluation Handbook
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In line with the 2005 Norms and Standards of the United Nations Evaluation Group [1] and the aid effectiveness principles of ownership and donor harmonization contained in the Paris Declaration and the Accra Agenda, the Independent Evaluation Unit has committed itself to developing a corporate approach to an evaluation culture and to triggering a shift in mindsets. The Evaluation Handbook was therefore produced with a view to:
The new Handbook The revised Evaluation Handbook is intended to better respond to the needs and demands of UNODC. The 2011 revision takes into account the rapidly changing organizational structure of UNODC and aims to incorporate current international evaluation standards into its work The present Handbook supersedes the 2008 Handbook and complements the UNODC Evaluation Policy. In addition, the other evaluation normative tools have been simultaneously revised to ensure a coherent and consistent approach. Purpose of the Handbook The Evaluation Handbook aims to support UNODC in mainstreaming evaluation processes, learning and accountability into UNODC project and programme delivery. Scope of the Handbook As a member of the United Nations Evaluation Group, the Independent Evaluation Unit contributes to professionalizing the evaluation function at UNODC and uses evaluation best practices to further improve the quality of its products and services. In line with the 2005 Norms and Standards of the United Nations Evaluation Group [3], the Handbook reflects evaluation best practices and builds on impact evaluation guidance and on mainstreaming gender and human rights into evaluation. Indeed, evaluation can significantly help in increasing knowledge in areas such as the impact of UNODC at the country and regional levels. Intended Audience of the Handbook The Evaluation Handbook presents guidance on planning and managing evaluations and is intended to be used by all those involved in the evaluation process: UNODC staff and evaluators, donors and implementing partners. Therefore, the Handbook is a reference document rather than a book to be read from cover to cover. The reader can refer to a specific question for detailed information when needed. The Handbook is also intended to promote further understanding of evaluation among other UNODC stakeholders, such as Governments, donors and implementing partners, involved in a participatory manner in evaluation processes. Primary users of the present handbook are those involved in managing evaluations (Project Managers) in UNODC as well as evaluators. The Handbook is specifically aimed at assisting:
With the dissemination of the Handbook, the Independent Evaluation Unit expects its audience to:
_________________________________ [1] Please see UNEG website: http://www.uneval.org/normsandstandards/index.jsp?doc_cat_source_id=4 [2] ECOSOC Resolution 2009/23 "Support for the development and implementation of the regional programmes of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime", and the ECOSOC Resolution 2010/20 "Support for the development and implementation of an integrated approach to programme development at the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime". [3] Please see UNEG website: http://www.uneval.org/normsandstandards/index.jsp?doc_cat_source_id=4 _________________________________________________________
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