KNOWLEDGE-SHARING PRACTICES IN MONITORING AND EVALUATION: THE INFLUENCE ON THE PROGRAMME PERFORMANCE

Objective: The objective of this study is to investigate the influence of knowledge-sharing practices in monitoring and evaluation on programme performance, to establish the correlation between knowledge–sharing practices in monitoring and evaluation and programme performance Theoretical Framework: This study's theoretical framework is based on knowledge management theory, which guides the effective management of knowledge throughout the project lifecycle. Likewise, the SECI model contributes to the theoretical framework, which suggests that knowledge is created and transformed through socialization, externalization, combination, and internalization. Method: The mixed-methods approach research design combined qualitative and quantitative data collection methods. The research population was 465, with a sample size of 215. Surveys, key informant interviews, and focus group discussions were used for data collection. Frequencies, percentages, standard deviations, and correlation coefficient statistics were used for analysis. Results and Discussion: The study found that M&E knowledge-sharing practices and livelihood programme performance had a composite means of 3.935 and 3.88 respectively, implying the presence of knowledge–sharing practices and agreement that the programme performed. The study established that there existed a statistically significant correlation (r = 0.472, p < 0.001) between M&E knowledge-sharing practices and livelihood programme performance implemented by Caritas Meru, Kenya. The knowledge-sharing practices found to be statistically significant were knowledge documenting (r = 0.463, p < 0.001) and knowledge dissemination through group meetings (r = 0.584, p < 0.001). Research Implications: The study recommends the establishment of frameworks within development programmes by county and national governments, NGOs and other project organizations to ensure knowledge documenting and dissemination for programme/project performance. Originality/Value: This study contributes to the literature by establishing a positive correlation between knowledge-sharing practices and performance in livelihood programmes. A well-structured knowledge management framework in M&E for effective programme performance is advocated for by this research.