| dc.description.abstract | This research inquiry intended to assess the influence of Monitoring and Evaluation
practices on the performance of the community development projects in Kampala Uganda. This
study had three objectives namely; to assess the influence of planning on the performance of
community development projects among faith-based organizations in Kampala district, to
determine whether capacity building affects the performance of community development projects
among faith-based organizations in Kampala district, and to examine the influence of the
stakeholders’ participation on the performance of community development projects. The
theoretical frameworks adopted include; Theory of Change and Empowerment Evaluation Theory.
This research used a cross sectional descriptive research design, using a quantitative research
methodology because this will allow the researcher to collect and evaluate relevant quantitative
data to fulfill the objectives of the study and provide recommendations based on its findings. The
research site was Watoto Ministries Uganda, and the research location was Kampala-Mpigi
districts, Uganda. The study involved a target population of 710 project staff members from 6
departments which include; Education, Neighbourhood, Medical, Homes Administration, Child
Welfare, and Pastoral and Discipleship. A stratified random sampling approach was used and a
sample of 20% of the target population, which is 142 respondents, was used for this research. A
closed-ended questionnaire was administered both online through smart-survey and hard copy to
give participants the flexibility to respond at their convenience time. Authorization and consent
was requested from Africa Nazarene University, Uganda National Council for Science and
Technology, Watoto Ministries Uganda and all other participants of the study. For data analysis,
the researcher used SPSS version 29. The study concluded that planning plays a significant role in
enhancing the performance of community development projects. The study also found that
capacity building significantly influences the performance of community development projects in
Watoto Ministries Uganda, with most respondents reporting a satisfactory impact. The study also
established that stakeholder participation significantly influences the performance of community
development projects, with most respondents indicating a satisfactory impact. Lastly, the study
recommends that organisations should strengthen practical planning mechanisms through regular
reviews and updating planning frameworks. They should also always refine capacity building
strategies by refining them to the actual skills gaps, and routinely assess and document what works
and what doesn’t work during project implementation. | en_US |
