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Coordinate WASH sector capacity development

Implement WASH sector capacity mapping

Capacity mapping can take various forms, depending on the process objectives and timeframe. A standard methodology is proposed by the GWC, with the following specificities:

• It is based on a modular approach, so can be adapted to any timeframe.
• It sets up clear objectives for the mapping, based on the priority needs observed during the needs assessment phase
• The whole WASH sector is taken into account, including local markets and local communities’ capacity, and not only the humanitarian WASH actors capacity

Set up a capacity development plan

Map capacities is a mean to end, serving the final objective of improving WASH emergency response priority outputs. Capacity mapping should be followed by the preparation of a capacity development plan, prioritizing and addressing the gaps identified. Prioritization of capacity development actions is based on budget and expected impact on the response. In the plan, each capacity development action should be allocated to a relevant actor, and include an estimated date of completion.

Monitor capacity development plan implementation

Capacity development can include a large variety of actions: organization of partners’ technical training, advocacy to partners to strengthen their operations capacity in a priority zone, advocacy to donor to increase their funding, capacity building of local population or authority for emergency response etc. Some actions can be coordinated by the WASH coordination platform, although it is generally not directly responsible for their implementation. However, they should monitor that the capacity development plan is done as planned, and highlight any deviation or delays observed.