Information Management Officers (IMOs) can make an important contribution to strengthening national and sub-national capacity: specifically, IMOs can work with partners to strengthen their monitoring and evaluation capacity. This supports localization and strengthens local systems and governance. This module is an introductory exploration of the IMO’s role in strengthening capacity.

Learning objectives

By the end of this module, you will be able to:

  • Explain the importance of strengthening national and sub-national capacity to respond and lead a response 
  • Describe the IMO's role in developing and strengthening capacity
  • Explain ways of supporting and encouraging partners' implementation of and engagement with capacity strengthening initiatives
  • Reflect on ways in which you can support national and sub-national information management capacity in your role

Audience

This module is suitable for anyone who is interested developing their knowledge and skills for information management in humanitarian contexts, including those who need to engage with coordination and humanitarian architecture on this topic.

Length

It should take you about 20 minutes to complete this self-paced course. 

Methodology

This course is composed of a single short self-paced animated module, including various examples and activities. 

Structure

Introduction

Lesson 1: Strengthening national and sub-national capacity
Lesson 2: The IMO’s role in strengthening capacity
Lesson 3: Reflect on your capacity building competencies

Summary

Suggested prior learning

  • Introduction to the role of the IMO

Suggested further learning

  • Supporting the inclusion and participation of national and local actors in IM activities
  • Implementing a capacity building plan 
  • Planning and implementing capacity strengthening activities within the cluster system