Abstract
The summary learning study was developed under the System Council-endorsed Multi-Year Evaluation Plan (MYEP) (2025-27 Workplan for IAES (SC/M21/DP5)). This study synthesizes findings and evidence behind the 31 partnership-related recommendations made in the eight CGIAR Portfolio evaluations between 2021-24 (see Table 4). The most recent 2024 Science Group (SG) evaluations make up the report’s strong foundation.1
The study aims to inform alignment with the 2024 Engagement Framework for the CGIAR Portfolio 2025-30 through evaluative recommendations2 and support improved evaluability against this 2024 Framework, in advance of the evaluation of partnerships planned for 2027 (2025-27 Workplan for IAES (SC/M21/DP5)).
Findings and conclusions follow the structure of the 2022 Engagement Framework to highlight progress and remaining constraints towards implementing the 2024 Framework principles and the forthcoming strategy. They are grouped into seven areas: 1) Institutionalization; 2) Resources; 3) Alignment and co-design; 4) Collaboration and contribution; 5) Capacity building; 6) Private sector cooperation; and 7) Advocacy. Evaluative evidence from the four platforms, Evaluability Assessments (EAs) and the three SGs indicate that CGIAR made significant strides to help operationalize partnership principles and improve coordination at national and regional levels, supported by mechanisms such as the Regional Integrated Initiatives (RIIs) and appointment of regional directors and country convenors. Download for full insights.
Author(s)
F. Coccia, E. Asare, J. Howard
Publisher
Independent Advisory and Evaluation Service (IAES)
