Organizational Structures and Staffing
Human Resource Management
Project Management
Product/Service Procurement
Capacity Building

Key activities and strategies to support the EMIS ecosystem

  • Competency framework development
  • Skills and competency assessment
  • Skills and competency gap analysis
  • Training programmes and courses
  • Continuing professional development opportunities
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Communities of practice

Capacity Building develops the skills and abilities of individuals and teams so they can contribute meaningfully to achieving systemic and organizational goals. It ensures that staff at all levels are prepared to perform their roles effectively, supporting the successful implementation and sustainability of the EMIS.

Explore these essential resources on Capacity Building in EMIS implementation

  1. Capacity building for educational reform – This chapter from Education Governance in Action explores how capacity building drives policy change.
  2. Education Management Information Systems: A Guide for Young Managers – This manual offers a clear overview of data management and capacity building in the EMIS.

Steps to strengthen capacity and build a thriving EMIS ecosystem

  • Develop a competency framework to define the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required for EMIS roles. Focus on key areas of need, including data collection, processing, analysis, reporting, and dissemination to guide targeted capacity-building efforts.
  • Assess staff skills and competencies in relation to the competency framework.
  • Complete a skills and competency gap analysis to articulate the skills and competency gaps among EMIS staff. This will inform training and potential recruitment needs.
  • Design training programmes and courses based on the skills and competency assessment. These should be tailored to specific EMIS roles and responsibilities, such as monitoring and evaluation, data management skills, and ICT support.
  • Offer professional development opportunities to facilitate continuous learning and skills development. This can include on-the-job training, online courses, workshops, webinars/seminars, and leadership and mentoring programmes.
  • Implement coaching and mentoring programmes by pairing experienced professionals with staff seeking guidance and skills development.
  • Build communities of practice to bring together individuals with shared interests and expertise, promoting knowledge sharing and collaborative learning.

    • Capacity Building connects with multiple aspects of the EMIS ecosystem. It is closely aligned with Organizational Structures and Staffing as it is based on the specific responsibilities and skills required to implement the EMIS.