Evaluation of the DFID/WHO partnership

This document describes an evaluation of the partnership between the UK Department for International Development (DFID) and the World Health Organization (WHO), assessing its alignment with health-related Millennium Development Goals and poverty reduction efforts. The evaluation, led by Phil Compernolle and Catherine Cameron, employed qualitative methods and stakeholder feedback due to the limited sample size. It found that while the partnership is valued and goals are shared, there are significant challenges in communication, trust, and implementing shared objectives, particularly at the country level. DFID's shift to un-earmarked funding for WHO reflects trust but raises concerns about WHO's performance and the effectiveness of its monitoring and evaluation. The evaluation suggests that the partnership has potential but requires clearer role definitions, improved trust, and a focus on pro-poor technical programs that address inequalities. It also discusses DFID's funding strategies, the importance of regular meetings and technical dialogue, the role of regional WHO offices, and the impact of secondments. The evaluation methodology included thematic analysis, stakeholder questioning, and country case studies to assess the partnership's value beyond a mere contractual relationship. **This summary was written by an AI model and therefore should not be considered a definitive summary of the report. If you are aware of inaccuracies, please email evaluation.registry@cabinetoffice.gov.uk.**

Description

• Lead department: Closed organisation: Department for International Development
• Evaluation stage: A complete evaluation report
• Other departments: No other departments listed
• Evaluation types: Impact evaluation; Process evaluation
• Impact methods: Theory-based methods
• Theory-based methods: Other
• Process methods: Individual interviews
• Grant information: This intervention is not distributing funding via a grant
• Government Major Project information: This intervention is not a major project
• Policies: No policies provided

Event Dates

• Event Name: Publication of final results
• Event date: September 2004

Evaluation Costs

• Cost: Not provided

Evaluation sharing

• Link(s) to published report(s): Yes
• Links to evaluation plans: No link provided
• Links to published evaluations (DEBUGGING): No final report link found.
• Findings: Not provided
• Permission to share confirmed: Yes