MU-JHU staff members have successfully completed the Monitoring & Evaluation in Global Health Certificate Course offered by the University of Washington, strengthening MU-JHU’s capacity to apply evidence-based approaches in global health research and programmes.
The graduates received Global Health E-Learning Program certificates on 16th July 2026 after successfully meeting course requirements, including achieving a passing score of 70% or higher. The course, conducted from 20th January to 29th March 2026, equipped participants with practical skills in monitoring and evaluation approaches to support effective programme planning, implementation, and assessment.
Reflecting on the achievement, Juliane Etima, MU-JHU Director of Psychosocial Support and course coordinator, said:
“Participating in the University of Washington Monitoring & Evaluation in Global Health Certificate Course was an invaluable learning experience that strengthened my understanding of monitoring and evaluation principles and their application in global health programmes. As the MU-JHU site coordinator, it was especially rewarding to support colleagues throughout the course and witness their commitment to learning and professional growth. The weekly site sessions provided an opportunity to exchange ideas, contextualise course content to our work, and promote collaborative learning. I am proud of all my colleagues who successfully completed the course and confident that the knowledge and skills gained will contribute to strengthening the quality, effectiveness, and impact of MU-JHU’s research and health programmes.”
Throughout the course, MU-JHU participants were supported through structured site learning sessions coordinated by Ms. Etima. Beginning on 4th February 2026, weekly sessions were held every Wednesday at the MU-JHU 2 Conference Room, with off-site participants joining virtually. These sessions enabled participants to discuss course content, share experiences, and link learning to MU-JHU’s research and public health activities.
Encouraging staff to pursue similar opportunities, Richard Kwikiriza, MU-JHU Training and Development Coordinator, said:
“I would like to sincerely appreciate MU-JHU Management for its unwavering commitment to staff development and for supporting this important training initiative. By investing in continuous learning opportunities such as the University of Washington Monitoring & Evaluation in Global Health Certificate Course, the organization is strengthening the knowledge and skills of its workforce while enhancing the quality and impact of our research and health programmes. I congratulate all the staff who successfully completed the course and encourage them to apply the knowledge gained in their respective roles, share their learning with colleagues, and continue embracing professional development opportunities that contribute to both personal growth and MU-JHU’s mission of improving health outcomes.”
The successful completion of this course reflects MU-JHU’s continued investment in staff development and commitment to strengthening the quality, impact, and effectiveness of its research and health programmes.
