Development is never linear as the operational environment and risks are in constant flux. In 2021, UN Inter-Agency M&E Group developed costed multi-year Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Plan (MEL Plan) to support UNSDCF’s adaptive programming. The MEL plan outlines monitoring, performance review, results reporting, evaluation and learning activities, along with related budget and funding sources, to ensure delivery on UNSDCF commitments.

As part of overall MEL activities, UNCT engaged in UNSDCF annual performance review - a good moment to reflect on UN performance, emerging learning and evolving country context. The review revealed distinct improvement areas, calling for: