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Overview

A response to an infectious disease event might seem unique however the process of information management should remain the same .with only a few exceptions:

  • Planning -

    more time might be necessary to fully

    Reach out to your WHO or Health Cluster counterparts early in the planning process. It might take everyone time to understand the types of data, sources of data, and information that decision-makers will need. Don’t hesitate to ask clarifying questions from your HoO or health colleagues!

  • Collection -

    the process of data collection might be different with 
  • Processing - probably not much change but those with health data experience could help identify possible data errors.
  • Analysis - subject matter experts are critical!
  • Dissemination - again use subject matter experts

    Be careful not to duplicate data collection efforts, coordinate with all actors to ensure added value to the process. Note: OCHA IMOs should not be collecting or analyzing epidemiological data that should be left to health professionals. OCHA IMOs should be aggregating data from multiple sources to understand the bigger picture. 

  • Processing - Consider working with health data experts when processing health-related data and review data responsibility guidelines to ensure personal data is and otherwise sensitive data are managed appropriately@not shared.

  • Analysis - Once you go past descriptive analysis subject matter experts are necessary for in-depth explanatory, interpretive and anticipatory analysis

  • Dissemination - Work with a subject matter expert in the design of products and key messages

  • Feedback - 

CODs related to the event could include:

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Recommendations

  • Use existing structures and platforms, if at all possible, such as HDX, HR.info, ReliefWeb, H.id.  There might be a push to try new systems but, as always, an emergency is not the time to try out new software or systems.
  • Many new actors might show up to provide assistance and support, be flexible to take advantage of new opportunities but don't drastically change the approach to IM as conduced in a "regular" emergency
  • Data that OCHA IMOs normally do not have experience with could be critical especially epidemiological data, reach out to subject matter experts to help analyze and present the data. 
  • Consider doing a stakeholder mapping exercise to identify data sources and information flow.

Outputs/Resources from Ebola Response in 2014

Guidance

General IM Resources 

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