GIS for WASH Programmes Workshop

A lot of projects and programs have failed to have the impacts they were designed to have because they did not incorporate GIS in their project operations. A geographical information system (GIS) is a collection of hardware software, and procedures to collect, manage, retrieve, manipulate, analyze and display spatial data. 

This training workshop will equip participants with the ability to perform multi criteria analysis of WASH, model wash projects, identify Most at Risk Populations, use GIS as a monitoring tool for WASH activities in line with SPHERE minimum standards.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course the participants will be able to:

• Use GIS as monitoring tool for WASH projects Activities
• Familiarize with spatial data availability
• Appreciate the role of Spatial Data Infrastructure (SDI) in WASH programs
• Use participatory GIS (PGIS) at community level
• Conduct water and sanitation modeling using GIS
• Collect data using Mobile data gathering tools
• Carry out basic data analysis using statistical software’s
• Integrate GIS within new and existing WASH activities.

Course Outline

1. Introduction and definition of concepts

• Reviewing WASH concepts
• Introduction to GIS concepts
• Components of GIS Systems
• GIS functions and capabilities in the context of WASH
• Spatial data concepts & Spatial Data Infrastructure in WASH

2. Introduction to GIS Software (QGIS)

• Developing standard procedures and guidelines
• Integrating GPS field data into the GIS database
• Facilitated Field exercises in GPS Data Collection for WASH
• Managing and manipulating GIS Data
• Working with tabular data in GIS
• Facilitated practical exercises in working with tabular data in Excel format
• Introduction to Spatial databases
• Facilitated Practical exercises in working with spatial Databases (Geo-databases)

3. Mobile based data collection in WASH

• Introduction to kobotoolbox
• Setting up kobotoolbox
• Designing a wash data collection form in kobo forms
• Setting up kobo collect in mobile phone and linking the Kobo collect  to kobotoolbox
• Collecting data using kobo collect
• Uploading and managing data within kobo toolbox

4. Case studies and demonstration on various GIS based on project’s data

• GIS as a tool for WASH
• Facilitated Practical exercises in working with GIS Data
• Using GIS in Impact assessment analysis

5. Case study: GIS and Remote Sensing as a tool in monitoring WASH projects

6. Development and presentation of maps

• GIS Mapping
• Styling and symbolization
• Cartography and use of Legends
• Mapping resources/Project activities

7. Facilitated practical exercises in map making and presentation using project data

• Basic analysis and Geo processing
• Introduction to Geo-processing
• Facilitated Practical exercises in Geo-processing

Methodology

The instructor led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprises of presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web based tutorials and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professional and trainers in these fields.

All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English. The participants should be reasonably proficient in English.

Accreditation

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).

Training Venue

The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments and lunch.

All participants will additionally cater for their, travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

Accomodation and Airport Pickup

Accommodation and airport pickup are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.

Email:[email protected] or [email protected]  

Mob: +254 715 077 817 or +250 789 621 067

Tailor- made Workshop

This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location.

For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254 715 077 817 or +250 789 621 067

Mob:+254792516000,+254792516010,+25078962167,or mail [email protected] or [email protected]