Experiences in developing Global Indicators

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Experiences in developing Global Indicators Statistics & Monitoring Section/DPS

October 2013

1Positioning global indicatorsRange of approaches taken for indicator development Useful common elementsBalancing Rigor and Usability

Outline

2Global AudienceLinked to global goals/targetsMDGs, post MDG agenda, etc., Need to monitor globally (for >80 countries periodically for global reporting)Need to harmonize data on the topic (for select audience/global audience - at least)

Indicators in need of a global standard

3Relevant ProgrammaticallyPotential for major impact on global advocacy/policyEvidence shows clear link with outcomes (e.g. hand-washingdiarr/pnuemonia death) Allows partners to speak with one voice - if have standard data can push for action at global and national level

Indicators in need of a global standard

4Applicability for Global MonitoringNeed to have a global standard Concepts are similar enough across cultures and regions (or can be made to be)Methods to collect data related to the concepts involved are suitable for large HH surveys or other means of gathering global data in country

Indicators in need of a global standard

5TAG within Monitoring and Evaluation Reference Group (Malaria, Child Protection)Stand alone Special Task Force/ TAG (IYCF led by WHO and Handwashing led by UNICEF)Special Task Force/ TAG within larger Programme group (Maternal health)

Range of approaches

6Types of agencies/experts involved should include:Normative: e.g. WHO, FAO, UNESCO, etc.,Technical experts from: academia, research institutes, UN, donor agencies, etcMeasurement Experts: e.g. DHS, MICS, academiaEndorsed document with agency logosExtensive (e.g. Definition and Measurement manuals for IYCF)Simple (2 pager for handwashing)Other peer reviewed (IYCF)

Useful Common Elements

7Global monitoring research Explain limitations clearly to pre-empt criticism (IYCF lists bullets under definitions) Working with normative groups as well as technical and measurement experts is key

Balancing Rigor and Usability

8Limitations in IYCF indicator documentEBF perception it overestimatesMDD populations with more non-BF kids may do betterMDD does not reflect what it is meant to represent well does not include ironMinimum Meal Freq question is not clear to manyClear explanations of what not to do for HWWhy not to measure attitudes or direct practices

Balancing Rigor and Usability

9Set up an interagency TAG: Purpose: to provide input to and endorse the indicators

Composition of TAG:Agencies already involvedMeasurement experts from large HH surveys (MICS and DHS)other agencies UN, technical /donor (e.g. EU, USAID, etc.)

Develop a Technical Global Indicator DocumentSimilar to WHO IYCF indicator document with logo endorsement by all relevant agenciesHighlighting Limitations (pre-empt criticism helps to explain the balance between usability and rigor )Include justification for these indicators (as per slides 3-5 in ppt above)

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