MEAL foundations and norms required for stage 2

SOE standards
Mandatory MEAL foundations Mandatory industry norms Related to Key actions Key resources
related

The design of previous HFHI projects (both successful L 2.1 Evidence-based Design and Active Learning
and not successful) are taken into consideration

HFHI takes into consideration learning from the L

design of projects implemented by other
organisations

The NO systematically ensures that each of its A 8.3.1

programs aligns with HFH's mission

Each of the NO's program designs explicitly
articulates its program theory using a
project/program results framework (e.g. logframe,
theory of change), describing a plausible causal
chain that links inputs, outputs, and outcomes
A 8.3.3 2.2. The project results framework
HFH Australia’s risk management guidelines
2.2.1. Project risks and assumptions
2.2.2. Making accountability visible in the results Mango’s Accountability to Beneficiaries Checklist
framework
2.2.3. Objectives & indicators Problem and Objective Tree Analysis Instructions

2.3. How to develop a project results framework BOND guidance

Aspen Institute Guidance

The logframe matrix

Example Project Theory of Change_AP_HFH

Project/program design includes systematic and A 8.1.7 2.4. Designing accountability mechanisms:
Information sharing checklist
transparent mechanisms to ensure that the target 2.4.1 Information sharing
populations and broader community can: 2.4.2 Participation of primary stakeholders Save the Children’s Accountability Pack
• lodge complaints easily and safely and
2.4.3 Complaints and feedback mechanism
establishes transparent, timely procedures for response 8.1.2
Disability Guide Questions HFHA
and remedial actions
• provide feedback to influence the planning and
implementation of the project/program

Targeting criteria and other beneficiary selection criteria A 8.2.1 2.5. Determining whom the project/program will target Example Homepartner Selection Process_HFH
are clearly defined, documented and widely Philippines
disseminated; not undermine the dignity or security of
beneficiaries, individuals or increase their vulnerability Fraud Policy
to exploitation; and are carried out in a manner that
mitigates risks of harm and conflicts of interest. Whistelblower Policy
Targeting mechanisms (e.g., family and A 8.2.2
beneficiary-selection processes) are developed in HFH’s guidance on Community Based Feedback
engagement with a balanced and inclusive Mechanisms
representation of the target population and other
appropriate actors
Information about the design of the project, including A 8.1.1 2.6. Community verification of project design
targeting/inclusion criteria is shared with target
communities and other key project stakeholders

Project/program design contributes to: A 8.1.14

• the security and sustainability of the target

8.1.15
population's livelihoods
• supporting environmentally sustainable
practices and climate change adaptation