In the lead presentation, participants will first learn how data science can be usefully leveraged to assess the relevance of spatial targeting as well as the ability to partner strategically at the country level, and this use will be demonstrated with the case of IEG’s evaluation on the WBG’s Nepal country program in the last decade. The case of Nepal is especially pertinent since both are important considerations for the country’s development needs. The panel will provide perspectives of their institutions on the benefits and caveats of these methodologies.
Lead Presenters:
Harsh Anuj, Data Scientist, IEG, WB
Rasmus Heltberg, Lead Evaluation Officer, IEG, WB
Panelists:
Maya Vijayaraghavan, Principal Evaluation Specialist, IED, ADB
Sven Harten, Deputy Director, DEval
Moderator:
Maya Vijayaraghavan, Principal Evaluation Specialist, IED, ADB
