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Discuss IM expectations with HoO and translate into an IM strategy and work plan based on office size
Determine short term vs long term needs (often more staff is needed to scale up a response and fewer to maintain)
Identify potential IM capacity in the country (strong capacity would allow for more national staff)
Identify potential partners (iMMAP, REACH) willingness to support.
Develop short-term IM staff plan
Develop longer term IM staff plan - keep in mind that recruitment of a fixed term international staff will take at least 6 months)
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