Exploring the Relationship of MEAL Practices and Project Performance on the Selected Case Organization.
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2024-12
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Addis Ababa University
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The study used a descriptive research design and collected both primary and secondary data to examine the relationship between MEAL practices and project performance in the case organization. Data was gathered from 30 respondents through questionnaires and analyzed with statistical software (SPSS) and Pearson correlation analysis was used to determine the relationships between variables. The study discovered that all of the independent variables (MEAL practice, stakeholder involvement, MEAL planning, and capacity building) correlated significantly with the dependent variable, project performance. However, varying levels of agreement and concerns were identified within the organization's MEAL system. These concerns included the implementation of the MEAL practice, stakeholder involvement, capacity-building efforts, and MEAL planning. Recommendations were provided to address these areas of concern, such as improving the designated entity responsible for MEAL practice, enhancing stakeholder engagement practices, strengthening capacity-building efforts, and improving accountability for M&E activities. By implementing these recommendations, the organization can enhance its MEAL practices, stakeholder involvement, capacity building, and MEAL planning, ultimately leading to improved project performance and better decision-making processes.
Keywords: M& E, MEAL practices, Project performance