Capacity Strengthening

Quality programming is supported by a strong, well-qualified, and well-supported workforce. Meeting the needs of children and their families requires strong, resilient systems and organisations / practitioners who are prepared and able to support affected communities through protracted responses. Integrated programming requires practitioners to understand and demonstrate some of the key competencies of each sector. Although it is not expected that staff from one sector are trained as experts in another sector, it is necessary to establish a common understanding of sectoral goals, practices, and become familiar with relevant tools available to support a variety of interventions and levels of collaboration. Managers should reference both Competency Frameworks, in light of identified programmatic priorities, and be aware of competencies required to properly support those programmes. 

The Alliance and INEE Competency Frameworks (specifically the Annex) highlight key competencies necessary to support CPHA-EiE collaboration. Sections included below are most relevant to integrated and joint programming. 

Use relevant competency frameworks to identify learning needs and strengths to plan capacity strengthening initiatives. Identify resources and opportunities to continuously advance through competency levels. 

Resources are available on the Alliance’s Training and E-Learning webpage, INEE’s Learning and Development webpage, and The Humanitarian Leadership Academy-KAYA for child protection and education.