Logical Framework Approach

A Guide for Project M&E

Managing for Impact in Rural Development

Annex

B

Annotated
Example
of a Project
Logframe Matrix

Table of Contents of Annex B
B.1 Reviewing an Existing Logical Framework Matrix
B.2 Reworked Logframe Matrix

This Annex is useful for:
• Managers - to help when revising the project design and its logical framework;
• Consultants - to ensure that the proposed project design is based on good design practice; • IFAD and cooperating institution staff - to check that the proposed project design meets "good practice" standards.

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ANNEX B

This Annex provides an example of how to develop and improve the logframe matrix for an
IFAD-supported project by giving a “before revision” and “after revision” comparison. The
“before” logframe matrix is shown with comments on the problems and how these could be overcome. The “after” logframe matrix shows the partial reworking of the original logframe matrix. The example is based on several IFAD-supported projects and so represents a fictitious project. There is no such thing as a perfect logframe matrix. The best results come from considerable discussion among key stakeholders, guided by facilitators who have a good understanding of the project context and logframe planning. If the project strategy is put to use by stakeholders after the discussions, then the logframe matrix is simply a support and a reminder.
The intention of this Annex is to provide ideas and tips about the types of issues that require attention and discussion when developing a good logframe matrix. The reworked example is not intended to be perfect or complete. Different people, including those very experienced with logframes, will often have different ideas and opinions about how to structure a project.
Therefore, to develop a good logframe requires several rounds of discussion and revision.
The logical framework approach and matrix are discussed in