Logical Framework and Indicators

1. Logical Framework and Indicators

2. Developing a project – key components • Overall objective • Specific objectives • Expected results of the activities (outputs, outcomes and impact) • Activities to be done • Target group/beneficiaries • Partners • Cross border effect • Timeline • Budget

3. Presenting a logicalframework in the concept note • You do not need to present a logframe in your concept note • However, it is very useful to make one ! • Perfect tool to structure your proposal • Try to develop one with all your partners, already now! • You definitely need one for your full proposal

4. Logical Framework (logframe)

5. Overall objective(s) • Broader objective to which the project will contribute • To be achieved mostly some time AFTER the end of the project • The project will contribute to a future impact • Project has an impact for project stakeholders

6. Specific objectives • Need to be achieved by the end of the project • These are directly related to the problems or needs • In achieving the specific objectives, you will ensure achievement of the overall objectives

7. Expected results • Outcomes, consequences, or what ensues from an action or policy. • Results collectively will lead to the achievement of the specific objectives; which contribute to the overall objectives. • They show what should be achieved by the end of the project • Results are also the tangible products/services (outputs) delivered as a consequence of implementing a project. Services to be provided by the project

8. Activities • Specific tasks carried out under the project • These activities should lead to the achievement of the results • Activities need inputs, both physical and non-physical • Activities should be directed to the target group

9. Means What are the means required for the activities • What personnel/staff resources are needed? • What supplies and/or equipment are/is required? • Is training required? • What about studies, operational facilities, etc.?

10. Demonstrating the logic of the intervention

11. Column 2 - Objectively verifiable indicators • Indicators are used for the monitoring and evaluation of the project • They show/indicate to what level project objectives and results are achieved • Indicators need to measureable (quantifiable) and verifiable • Output indicators • Products or services that are the outputs from the project activities • Specific objective indicators • Are linked to the effects of the implementation of the project • Give the information related to changes e.g. in behavior, awareness, knowledge and skills of the target group • Impact indicators (indicators related to the overall objectives) • Related to the consequences of the implementation of the project • The wider impact beyond the immediate target group

12. Column 3 - Source and means for verification • Where can you find information about achieved indicators? • Possible sources • Internal project documentation e.g. reports or specific research • External data official statistics or external research • These sources will allow the management of the project and the monitors to verify whether the project achieves the planned level of indicators • Costs – take these form the project budget

13. Objectively verifiable indicators

14. Sources and means of verification

15. A final check of your logframe

16. Reviewing your project outline • Is the vertical logic complete and accurate? • Are the indicators and sources of verification available and reliable? • Are assumptions and preconditions realistic? • Are risks acceptable? • Is the probability of achieving the objectives relatively high? • Are equality issues taken into account ? (gender equality, participation of beneficiaries, management possibilities, etc.) • Are the expenses justified by the expected benefits?