Project Monitoring, Data Collection & Real-Time Dashboards

Course Overview

Focused on tools and technology, this course trains teams to collect, manage, and visualise project data using digital platforms. It explores low-cost data collection, mobile surveys, and real-time dashboards for tracking project delivery and field operations.

Aligned with World Bank M&E Tech Tools, UNDP Digital Monitoring Models, and smart government systems.

Key Course Objectives

✅ Strengthen project monitoring using digital tools
✅ Build real-time dashboards for data tracking and decisions
✅ Apply mobile and cloud-based data collection
✅ Improve field supervision and team accountability
✅ Automate reports and stakeholder updates

Who Should Attend

• Project managers and M&E officers
• Digital transformation and ICT teams in public bodies
• PIU and donor-funded delivery teams
• Field data officers and planning units

Detailed Course Content (2 Weeks)

Week 1: Monitoring Tools & Techniques
Day 1: Digital Monitoring Overview – Trends and Tools
Day 2: Mobile Data Collection with KoboToolbox, ODK or SurveyCTO
Day 3: Field Supervision & Data Quality Management
Day 4: Data Security, Ethics & Integration
Day 5: Indicator Design for Dashboards

Week 2: Dashboard Development & Automation
Day 6: Intro to Power BI / Google Data Studio / Tableau
Day 7: Building Real-Time Project Dashboards
Day 8: UK Site Visit – Data & Monitoring Innovation Lab or Council
Day 9: Reporting Automation & Visualisation Practice
Day 10: Final Dashboard Presentation & Planning Session