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The Process

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COD-PS Required Characteristics (minimum requirements in red)

Metadata

  • Source organization must be clearly identified, and acceptable for humanitarian use
  • Population data are endorsed by IM Network
  • The dataset must be able to be shared (at least once at the onset stage of an emergency)
  • P-codes from COD-PS match COD-AB (tables can link 1:1)

Tabular Attributes

  • Field names are clear and understandable
  • Field names used consistently across all Admin layers
  • Population breakdown exists for sex and age for each administrative unit (with sex disaggregation for every age cohort)
  • All values must be integers.
  • All values must be present
  • Sum of data matches the value of higher admin level
  • Data is checked for inconsistencies
  • Data is checked for outliers
  • P-codes are the unique identifiers used in the country (ideally government sourced)
  • P-codes are present and unique for each administrative unit
  • P-code attribution is consistent across all layers
  • P-codes for higher-level administrative units are included in lower levels
  • P-codes and feature names (and therefore feature counts) should conform to established and accepted administrative boundary datasets (COD-AB) - however, it may be that the COD-PS is the more reliable authority.

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The IM Network may already include COD-PS subject matter experts but you may want to consider others who are not typically part of the group.  You may also consider creating a specific working group to focus on this particular dataset and report to the larger network after each phase of the COD cycle.  Relationships are a key part of the COD cycle and just as important and the datasets.  Questions to ask yourself when considering the IM Network is for the development of


FAQ

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Frequently asked questions on COD-PS:

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Who can provide population statistics datasets? 

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UNFPA RO is your key focal point on population statistics datasets. (add list /link of RO focal points?)

Who can help with providing answers to

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specific questions about the dataset? 

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Each COD-PS should be accompanied by a USER-GUIDANCE NOTE disclosing key information on the dataset. If the user-guidance note is unavailable, please reach out to the UNFPA Regional Office in your region. Alternatively, you may reach out to UNFPA HQ Technical Division for coordination support with UNFPA's regional offices.

Who can help maintain the dataset over time? 

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UNFPA will lead the maintenance of the dataset over time through yearly revisions.

Resources

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