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    The evaluation function conducts independent evaluations of the EIB Group’s activities. It helps the EIB Group be accountable to its stakeholders and draw lessons on how to continuously improve its work, thereby contributing to a culture of learning and evidence-based decision-making.

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    Evaluation conference 2023

    Picking up the pace: Evaluation in a rapidly changing world

    Attended by around 200 on-site and online members of the European and international evaluation community, the event focused on the evolving role of evaluation in preparing for an uncertain future. Discussions emphasized strategic foresight and how evaluation functions can adapt to a rapidly changing environment.

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    Should I stay or should I go?

    How to decide whether on-site or online interviews are best when conducting an evaluation.

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    Evaluation at the EIB Group

    The Evaluation function conducts independent evaluations of the EIB Group’s activities:

    • We assess the relevance and performance of EIB and EIF interventions, and identify what works and what doesn’t.
    • Our evaluations draw lessons and issue recommendations to support the EIB Group’s continuous improvement.
    • We promote accountability towards the EIB Group’s stakeholders and provide independent and credible evidence to inform decision making.
    • As the evaluation function of the EIB Group, we also aim to promote evaluation as a public good in Europe and beyond.

    We operate independently from the EIB Group’s operations. Our reports are submitted, without change and without delay, to the EIB and/or EIF Board(s) of Directors, after being discussed by the EIB Management Committee and/or the EIF Chief Executive.

    Utility

    We aim to ensure our evaluations are relevant, timely, and accessible to support organisational learning, decision-making and accountability.

    Credibility

    Our evaluations are conducted according to internationally recognized good practices and quality standards, as reflected in the EIB Group Evaluation Policy.

    Independence

    Our institutional set up ensures our organisational and behavioural independence, freedom from outside interference, and avoidance of conflict of interest.

    Cooperation

    We interact continuously with stakeholders within and outside the Bank to ensure the information we collect is comprehensive and valid, that our findings are understood, and that our conclusions and recommendations are relevant, useful and timely.

    Evaluation Activity Report 2023 and Work Programme 2024-2026

    The Evaluation function (IG/EV) of the European Investment Bank Group (EIBG) promotes accountability through evidence-based assessments of the Group’s performance and results. It also contributes to learning, feedback and knowledge sharing to inform EIB Group decisions on policies, strategies, products, projects and organisational matters, and to improve performance.

    The EIB Group Evaluation Policy

    Evaluation is indispensable for an institution carrying out a public mandate, such as the EIB Group. It ensures the institution remains accountable and learns from experience, to continuously improve its work.

    Have a question?

    Contact the independent evaluation team at evaluation@eib.org