ACDI Call for Applications: Impact Evaluation Training and Matchmaking Workshop
The African Centre for Development Impact (ACDI) invites applications for its Impact Evaluation Training and Matchmaking Workshop for African researchers and policymakers.
Date: 23-26 March
Locations: Accra, Ghana
Programme Overview:
The programme will be delivered in English and French and will adopt a practical, hands-on approach.
- It is structured to prepare participants to design impact evaluation studies addressing priority government interventions. Three days of intensive training in impact evaluation methods
- One day of structured matchmaking between researchers and policymakers
During the matchmaking session, policymakers will present priority policy interventions and evidence gaps. Researchers and policymakers will then form joint research teams to co-create a design and an approach to assess the impact of the intervention to address real life policy needs.
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be currently based in an academic, research, or policy institution in Africa.
- Hold a PhD or Master’s degree from a credible academic institution
- Have advanced training in statistics, economics, or related disciplines
- Have a background in quantitative methods and/or social sciences
- Demonstrate proficiency in English or French
- Policymakers will be nominated by their institutions
Funding:
ACDI will cover the full cost of participation, including:
- Tuition and training materials
- Accommodation and meals
- International travel for participants based outside Ghana
- Local travel and accommodation for participants based outside Accra
Read more here.
Application deadline: 23rd of January 2026.
