GAIN’s Dutch funded portfolio consists of 9 work streams in 11 countries which aim to improve diets for vulnerable populations, enhance private sector actions to improve access to nutritious foods and tackle malnutrition and to improve the overall enabling environment for public-private partnerships.
We conducted the overall portfolio evaluation. This was a utility focused, theory based formative evaluation where assessed the extent to which GAIN is on track to accomplish its targets, and identify where adjustments may be required, and surface options to accelerate progress and improve potential for impact. We also conducted deep dives into (i) Large-Scale Food Fortification in India (ii) Urban Governance for Nutrition in Indonesia and Tanzania (iii) GAIN Dutch Engagement Strategy and work with the Workforce Nutrition Alliance and Business Constituency Group (iv) GAIN’s research and evaluation investment portfolio. The assignment included a desk review, secondary literature review, interviews with many stakeholders across private sector, governments, donors, NGOs, civil society organisations, and academic researchers. The evaluation was based on the OECD-DAC Evaluation Criteria and provided findings and recommendations to improve future strategies and opportunities for GAIN.
