Research, Monitoring, and Evaluation

Edmaaj conducted a Gender-Responsive Needs Assessment to inform the design of the upcoming Jordan FCDO Social Protection Programme, led by Plan International UK in partnership with Plan International Jordan, Jordan River Foundation, Liwan, and other consortium partners. The assessment generated practical evidence on protection and social protection needs, gender-related barriers, youth priorities, disability inclusion, service access, referral systems, community resources, and operational feasibility across Aqaba, Karak, Amman, Mafraq, and Irbid. It focused on Syrian refugees living outside camps, vulnerable Jordanian host communities, youth aged 15–24, women and girls facing compounded vulnerabilities, persons with disabilities, and female-headed households. Edmaaj applied a rapid, gender-responsive mixed-methods approach combining document review, stakeholder and service-provider mapping, an e-survey, Focus Group Discussions, Key Informant Interviews, and integrated quantitative and qualitative analysis. The assessment reached 553 youth aged 18–24 through the e-survey, including females, Syrian refugees, and persons with disabilities. Edmaaj also conducted eight FGDs with 82 adolescents, mothers, and civil society representatives, and six KIIs with the Ministry of Health, Ministry of Education, National Council for Family Affairs, Higher Council for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, UNFPA, and the Family Protection and Juvenile Department. Quantitative data was cleaned, validated, and analysed using Power BI, while qualitative data was coded and analysed thematically using MAXQDA. Findings were disaggregated by sex, age, nationality, disability, vulnerability profile, and location, and triangulated across all data sources. Edmaaj prepared the inception report, bilingual data-collection tools, final assessment report, strategic recommendations, summary materials, anonymised datasets, and presentation materials to support the design of an integrated, inclusive, gender-responsive, and evidence-driven social protection programme.

Edmaaj implemented the External Endline Project Evaluation of the Integrated Non-Communicable Disease–Humanitarian Response (INCDR) in Jordan – Phase I, commissioned by the Royal Health Awareness Society (RHAS). The evaluation aimed to assess the extent to which the project achieved its objectives and contributed to improved NCD service delivery at facility, community, and system levels for both refugees and host communities. The project was implemented across all 12 governorates in Jordan and focused on strengthening NCD prevention, early detection, care, and the institutionalisation of the Healthy Community Clinic (HCC) model, with attention to underserved and vulnerable populations, including women, older persons, refugees, and individuals in resource-constrained settings. The evaluation applied a mixed-methods approach based on the OECD-DAC criteria, combining document review, routine monitoring data, implementation research, key informant interviews (KIIs), focus group discussions (FGDs), and in-depth case studies. Data collection included institutional and implementation-level stakeholders, MoH representatives, RHAS staff, partner organisations, healthcare providers, and NCD patients across camp, urban, and rural settings, including refugee populations in Azraq Camp and Za’atari Camp. Edmaaj was responsible for evaluation design, data collection, qualitative and quantitative analysis, triangulation, quality assurance, and reporting. The assignment generated evidence-based findings, lessons learned, and actionable recommendations to inform future NCD programming, support the potential scale-up of the HCC model, and strengthen integrated NCD responses in Jordan.

Edmaaj provided proposal development support to the Movement for Peace, Disarmament and Liberty (MPDL) through the preparation of a targeted baseline assessment and a comprehensive project logframe. The assignment aimed to strengthen the evidence base, results framework, and logical coherence of MPDL’s proposed intervention. Edmaaj conducted a desk review of relevant documents and existing data, facilitated one Focus Group Discussion with relevant civil society organisations or a consultation workshop with MPDL project partners. Based on the findings, Edmaaj prepared a concise baseline assessment summarising the key needs, contextual findings, and priority areas to be addressed by the proposal. Edmaaj also developed the project results framework, including objectives, outcomes, outputs, indicators, and their alignment with the proposed activities and expected results. The logframe development process ensured logical coherence across all intervention levels, alignment with donor requirements and the proposal structure, and iterative refinement based on feedback from the MPDL team.

Edmaaj conducted the final external evaluation of the B-LIEVE Project, implemented by EFE-Europe, EFE-Jordan, and COOPI with funding from the European Union. The project aimed to enhance the economic empowerment and social inclusion of vulnerable groups in Jordan—specifically women, persons with disabilities (PwDs), at-risk youth, and former inmates—through targeted support across four tailored tracks: job training and placement, aspiring entrepreneurship, established entrepreneurship, and online freelancing.

The evaluation was guided by the OECD-DAC criteria and applied a robust mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative analysis of project monitoring data with qualitative insights from focus group discussions (FGDs), key informant interviews (KIIs), and participant case studies. Edmaaj ensured a participatory and iterative process by developing and validating tools in collaboration with the implementing partners to maintain contextual relevance and stakeholder alignment.

In addition to the final technical report, Edmaaj produced a user-friendly visual one-pager to communicate key findings and recommendations to both technical and public audiences, supporting knowledge sharing and advocacy for inclusive economic empowerment initiatives in Jordan.

Edmaaj conducted the Final Evaluation of the project “Women Empowerment & Gender-Based Violence Prevention in Urban Amman”, funded by the UN Trust Fund to End Violence Against Women. The project aimed to protect and empower vulnerable women and girls from both refugee and host communities in urban Amman, particularly in response to increased risks of domestic violence during the COVID-19 pandemic. It focused on enhancing social, economic, and livelihood interventions to address the structural causes of gender-based violence (GBV).

The evaluation followed the OECD-DAC criteria and employed a robust mixed-methods approach. This included a comprehensive desk review, key informant interviews (KIIs) with stakeholders and project staff, focus group discussions (FGDs) and survey with vulnerable women beneficiaries. Edmaaj also conducted field visits to the project site. The process resulted in a thorough evaluation report outlining key findings, lessons learned, and actionable recommendations to inform future programming.

Edmaaj conducted an external evaluation of the American Language Center (ALC) Support Program, funded by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs. The program aimed to expand access to English language education, foster community-based cultural engagement, and strengthen the institutional capacity of local partners through the establishment of ALCs in four underserved regions of Jordan: Mafraq, Ma’an, Irbid, and Eastern Amman.

The evaluation was guided by the OECD-DAC criteria and implemented through a robust mixed-methods approach. This included a comprehensive desk review; key informant interviews (KIIs) with local implementing partners and ALC-trained teachers; focus group discussions (FGDs) with ALC staff at each location; and surveys with current and alumni students to assess the quality and impact of the program’s capacity-building components. Edmaaj also carried out field visits to all four centers. The evaluation culminated in a detailed report highlighting key findings, lessons learned, and actionable recommendations to guide future programming.

Edmaaj conducted an evaluation of the appropriateness and effectiveness of video content under the “Iqraali” Program for the Queen Rania Foundation for Education and Development (QRFED). The initiative aimed to encourage parents to read to their children from birth to age five by leveraging multimedia tools as part of a broader early childhood education and parental engagement strategy.

The project assessed how the video content resonated with parents and identified areas for improvement. Edmaaj conducted in-depth interviews (IDIs) with parents, piloted and refined data collection methods, and provided comprehensive analysis with actionable recommendations to enhance the impact of the program.

Edmaaj supported the Business and Professional Women Association (BPWA) to strengthen monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems under the Standout Project, which aimed to promote entrepreneurship, economic empowerment, and gender equality among young adults and home-based business (HBB) entrepreneurs in Jordan.

The consultancy involved designing and operationalising a robust M&E framework to track project progress and inform evidence-based decision-making. Edmaaj conducted a desk review of relevant documentation and developed a full suite of M&E tools, including performance indicators and data collection instruments. Fieldwork included key informant interviews (KIIs), focus group discussions (FGDs), and surveys with target groups.

Edmaaj also conducted site monitoring visits, facilitated coordination with BPWA’s implementation team, and delivered targeted capacity-building sessions to institutionalise strong M&E practices. Final deliverables included a comprehensive M&E framework, story documentation templates, and an evaluation report with actionable recommendations to enhance the project's sustainability and impact.

Edmaaj conducted the evaluation of the Parental Education Programme (PEP), led by the Queen Rania Foundation to enhance parental involvement in children’s early development (ages 0–5). The programme equipped Jordanian mothers with the skills to support their children’s emotional, cognitive, and physical growth using the UK’s Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.

The evaluation focused on two delivery approaches: the Self-led Approach, where caregivers accessed content via a WhatsApp chatbot, and the Ministry-Aided Approach, which involved group-led sessions delivered by Ministry educators. Edmaaj designed and implemented a multi-phase evaluation to assess programme effectiveness, user engagement, and scalability.

Edmaaj conducted key informant interviews (KIIs) with educators from the Ministry of Islamic Affairs and the Ministry of Social Development and service providers, focus group discussions (FGDs) with male and female caregivers, and in-depth interviews (IDIs) with and highly engaged fathers. Edmaaj also conducted a structured evaluation of an early childhood education platform, assessing usability, engagement, data privacy, and technical performance, and delivering actionable insights through a brief report. The evaluation culminated in a detailed report with findings on the effectiveness of both approaches and provided strategic recommendations to enhance and scale the programme across Jordan.

Edmaaj developed a gender-sensitive methodology and follow-up tools for CARE International’s “Building Resilience Among Refugees and their Jordanian Hosts – Phase III” project, funded by the Austrian Development Agency (ADA). The consultancy aimed to enhance post-project monitoring and documentation of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), supporting evidence-based policy dialogue and advocacy to strengthen the sustainability and impact of CARE’s MSME interventions. Edmaaj designed assessment tools, user guidelines, and manuals, and facilitated capacity-building sessions for CARE staff. The tools were developed with a strong emphasis on gender sensitivity and bilingual accessibility.