Stakeholder Collaboration
Knowledge Sharing
Use of Data for Decision-making and Planning
Publication and Dissemination

Key stakeholder groups include:

  • Policymakers and government officials
  • Schools, universities, colleges, and teachers
  • Students and their communities
  • Technology providers and industry partners
  • Development partners
  • Civil society organizations and non-governmental organizations involved in education

Stakeholder collaboration involves communicating and consulting with different types of stakeholders both within and beyond the EMIS ecosystem. Engagement with stakeholders ensures that diverse expertise, perspectives, and experiences are leveraged to achieve the collective success of EMIS implementation and sustainability.

Engage various stakeholders to strengthen EMIS collaboration, for instance

  • Collaborate with policymakers and government officials to align EMIS initiatives with national priorities, policies, and regulations, as well as strategic objectives and priorities for the EMIS, while securing their support and resources.
  • Work with schools, universities, colleges, and teachers to understand their needs, gather feedback, and ensure the EMIS collects and reports accurate data to decision-makers.
  • Engage with students, parents and caregivers, and communities to understand their contexts, preferences, and unique requirements to ensure that data supports inclusive and responsive education system interventions.
  • Collaborate with technology providers and industry partners to leverage their expertise, resources, and innovative solutions in support of EMIS initiatives.
  • Collaborate with development partners involved in EMIS funding and implementation to secure their commitment to national priorities for EMIS implementation and consolidate their support, including the provision of human and financial resources, where applicable.
  • Partner with civil society organizations and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) working in related fields to benefit from their grassroots connections, local knowledge, and advocacy efforts.

Explore these essential resources for Stakeholder Collaboration in EMIS:

  1. A Step-by-Step Guide to Building a Stakeholder Engagement Plan – This guide offers a clear, easy-to-follow process for creating a stakeholder engagement plan.
  2. Meaningful Stakeholder Engagement – This technical note outlines the objectives, principles, and elements of stakeholder engagement, drawing on lessons learned and evolving standards. It is a joint publication by several Multilateral Finance Institutions.
  3. Education Management Information Systems (EMIS): An Overview – This training manual defines the scope, structure, and responsibilities of an EMIS management team in the Ministry of Education in a sub-Saharan African country. It is tailored to new managers, especially those from different backgrounds.

Steps to foster effective Stakeholder Collaboration:

  1. Establish communication channels and feedback mechanisms to enable dialogue and information sharing.
  2. Create advisory groups or committees to gather diverse perspectives and engage stakeholders in decision-making.
  3. Organize workshops, focus groups, and consultations to gather input and feedback on EMIS integration and interventions based on EMIS data.
  4. Foster a sense of ownership and shared responsibility among stakeholders to ensure long-term commitment and sustainability.

Effective stakeholder collaboration is crucial for ensuring the success of EMIS implementation. It informs and is informed by legislation, policies, and regulations, as stakeholder input and buy-in are essential for developing and implementing relevant policies and guidelines.