Maps

Overview

Thematic map	Reference map
Operational map (Humanitarian Access)	Operational map (Camp/Settlement)

Description

Provide location, reference, thematic or operational map. On demand maps are produced based on requests.

IM Input/Task

Generate/produce maps

Main Skillset

Mapping

Focal Point

IMO

Frequency

As required.

Distribution

Audience

HCT, Cluster member agencies, IMOs, Government, I/NGOs, Donors, CSOs, HQ

Data Sources

Clusters, HCT members and organizations, partners, government agencies, COD, CSOs and private institutions.

Naming Convention for Maps and Information Products

OCHA Field Map names are made of four parts separated by an underscore:

The catalogue number, if in use (a good practice for catalogue numbers is to have a three letter code for the country office and a sequential number)
A short map name (e.g. somalia_3w)
The paper size (A4, A3, A0, etc)
The date of publication in YYYYMMDD format.

Examples:

Proposed reading:

Guidance package: for mapping/graphic styles and templates check this link