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Research & Innovation

SPEDP promotes innovation and provides for standardization and harmonization of broader management capabilities, including the support to developing the capacities of thematic units. The priority of the Research and Innovation Unit is conducting research on stakeholders especially the target population to identify their needs, constraints and challenges. This also helps to measure the impact of projects/programmes. Research is a potent vehicle for SPEDP to increase its funding base. The unit may confine its research for the benefit of innovating SPEDP developmental and service activities and is also a source to other partners and stakeholders including the government institutions for carrying out research and studies. The Department has a pool of researchers/consultants with demonstrable experiences and reputations in various thematic areas. These are not all employees but a reserve human resource that can   be   contracted for specific research and study purposes when needs arise.

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The Department is comprised of the following units;

Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning:  Monitoring  and  Evaluation  has  a  key  role  to play in the implementation of the development  plans,  policies,  programmes and projects. It tracks the progress of programmes and assess outcomes. It enhances realistic and authentic accountability, learning and documentation of policies through research reports and success stories recorded. It sets an investment in knowledge that can translate into new technologies and serve as a basis for efficient utilization of resources. SPEDP is committed to quality and result oriented performance along with accountability towards people and donors.  The Unit is responsible to coordinate, mainstream and standardize all MEAL initiatives across SPEDP.

Project Development and Fundraising

The unit plays a key role in mapping donor’s strategic areas of interest, funding windows and guidelines. It explores opportunities for partnerships from emerging donors and private sector (foundations). It contributes to enhance institutional sustainability

The Research and innovation department is responsible for the development and implementation of new ideas, methods and technologies. It keeps SPEDP stay relevant, adapt to changing needs and achieve its mission more effectively. It helps SPEDP to continuously learn, improve and make a greater impact on the communities it serves. The research component systematically investigates various issues to gather data, analyze trends, and develop evidence-based information for decision making. SPEDP conducts the systematic investigations through;

  •   Needs Assessment by Identifying the needs and priorities of the communities.
  • Evaluation: Measuring the effectiveness of programs and interventions to determine what works and what doesn’t.
  • Social Research: Understanding social dynamics, behaviors, and attitudes to inform program design.
  • Policy Analysis: Examining existing policies and proposing changes to improve outcomes.
  •   Documentation: It creates, documents and manages SPEDPs databases 
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Innovation at SPEDP

Innovation at SPEDP refers to the creation and adoption of new approaches to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of SPEDP’S work. This can include:

  • Technological Solutions: Leveraging technology to enhance program delivery, such as mobile apps for data collection, analysis and education among others. Eg. Digital Literacy Programs and Microfinance Initiatives such the Interest free Loan that SPEDP is currently implementing in Central Equatoria State supporting SMES with funding from UNDP and African development Bank.
  • New Program Models: Developing innovative programs that address unmet needs or improve existing services.
  • Partnerships and Collaboration: Building strategic alliances with other organizations, governments, and the private sector to maximize impact.
  • Sustainable Practices: Implementing eco-friendly and sustainable methods in projects and operations.

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