Edward Valencia Maningo
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) / M&E Specialist
A seasoned Monitoring, Evaluation, and Data Systems Specialist with over fifteen years of experience in managing, evaluating, and providing technical oversight for agriculture, rural development, and climate-resilience projects in Philippines and Cambodia. Demonstrated expertise in designing and applying evaluation criteria and scoring systems for project and grant selection, conducting due diligence reviews, and performing evidence-based assessments for donor-funded programs supported by ADB, GCF, FAO, GEF, and IFAD. Core competencies include evaluation and monitoring design, integrating both quantitative and qualitative methods such as Key Informant Interviews (KIIs), Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), and structured scoring frameworks. Experience spans multiple national and international consultancies, including the ADB–GCF Climate-Friendly Agribusiness Value Chain (CFAVC) and GEF–FAO CamAdapt projects, leading evaluation components, database integration, and evidence synthesis to inform project selection and scaling decisions. Complementing the M&E background is advanced analytical and technical proficiency in GIS, remote sensing, and environmental data systems, strengthening the capacity to assess the technical merit of Climate-Resilient Technologies (CRTs) and innovation proposals. Experience in evaluating and mapping GHG emissions, renewable energy applications, and sustainable agricultural technologies provides a strong foundation for assessing climate adaptation potential and technological feasibility within agribusiness and environmental contexts.