Commentary: “Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Sailor”: the evaluator role in high stakes program design (original) (raw)

This commentary explores the intricate and often ambiguous role of evaluators in high-stakes program design, emphasizing the necessity for clear communication and understanding between evaluators and stakeholders. It critiques the potential misunderstandings that can arise regarding the evaluator's position and function within a program, advocating for evaluability assessments as a means to clarify roles and ensure ethical practices in evaluation. By focusing on collaboration and shared understanding, evaluators can effectively contribute to program development while maintaining integrity and accountability.