Enhancing Local Government Authorities and Youths with Mobile Data collection Technology, GIS and OpenStreetMap
Funding Area: Capacity building / Construcción de capacidad
Problem Statement: The proposed work aims to address the issue of inefficient data collection processes and underutilization of OpenStreetMap (OSM) in various institutions like government sectors, organizations, schools, and universities. Currently, these institutions rely on time-consuming and manual methods, such as printed questionnaires, for data gathering OpenMap Development Tanzania aims to modernize data collection by providing training on mobile tools like Open Data Kit (ODK) and OpenMapKit (OMK), as well as promoting the proper utilization of the OpenStreetMap platform. This effort will enhance efficiency, accuracy, and accessibility in data collection The project aims to educate geospatial enthusiasts on creating, editing, and utilizing data on the free OpenStreetMap platform, maintained by a global community of mappers The beneficiaries include students, researchers, and professionals involved in data collection activities, as well as government institutions seeking improved decision-making capabilities. By adopting ODK, OMK, and OSM, these stakeholders will have a more convenient and effective way to gather, manage, and analyze data, leading to better-informed policies and actions OpenMap Development Tanzania aims to enhance decision-making processes and service delivery by targeting stakeholders like ministries, departments, youth, universities, and local authorities. The capacity-building efforts aim to create a positive impact on all partners involved in training sessions
Proposed Activities: Develop Training Materials Timeline: Month 1 to Month 3 Expertise and Resources:GIS experts,Mobile tools data collection officers, OSM experts Training workshop and practical session Timeline:Month 4 to month 8 Expertise and Resources:GIS experts,Mobile tools data collection officers, OSM experts, venues and stakeholders from the identified areas Follow-up Support and Mentoring Timeline:Month 9 to month 11 Expertise and Resources: GIS experts/Data quality staffs and stakeholders Monitoring and Evaluation Timeline:Month 12 to Month 15 Expertise and Resources:Monitoring and Evaluation Expert, stakeholders and GIS experts Advanced trainings( Capacity Building for Trainers ) Timeline: Month 16 to Month 20 Expertise and Resources:GIS experts, mobile tool data collection experts, OSM experts, venues and stakeholders from the identified areas Report Writing and final dissemination of the platforms Timeline: Month 21 to Month 24 Expertise and Resources:GIS experts, mobile tool data collection experts, OSM experts, and stakeholders from the identified areas
Openness: Open Access Training Materials All training materials, including user guides, video tutorials, and interactive resources, will be made openly accessible on a public platform. We use open licenses ‘Creative Commons’ to allow anyone to access, use, and share the materials freely. This will enable a broader community beyond the workshop participants to benefit from the resources Open Source Software ODK,OMK tools, and the OSM platform are open source; we will emphasize this aspect during the workshops. Open source software encourages transparency, collaboration, and customization. Participants will learn not only how to use the OSM but also how to contribute to the OSM. Collaborative Workshops Will encourage participants to collaborate openly during the workshops. We will facilitate discussions and knowledge sharing among participants, enabling them to learn from each other's experiences and solutions. Emphasizing the importance of community-driven problem-solving, we will foster a culture of openness and knowledge exchange. Engaging the Broader Community We will extend the training initiatives beyond the selected universities and government offices. We will organize webinars, online tutorials, or regional workshops that are open to a wider audience. We will invite participants from other universities, research institutions, NGOs, and relevant government agencies to participate, thus expanding the community of users and contributors.
Challenges: Technical challenges: During the implementation of these activities, OMDTZ is expected to encounter technical hindrances on tools, training platforms, and knowledge transfer. In order to soften this, we will have an initial setup and testing of everything before the training begins. Existing Mindsets. We anticipate such challenges because some Universities and government policies prefer to use closed data; hence, it may be difficult to transform them into open data that can be accessible to everyone. OMDTZ will design training materials and a data platform that will be easier to use and integrate with their fields.In addition to this, there will be close follow-up by providing technical assistance whenever needed. Sustainability and consistency: As the original plan is to transfer knowledge to the identified stakeholders, every group participating in these activities encounters inconsistencies and unsustainability. OMDTZ will Follow up on every initiative started in those universities and with other stakeholders and conduct time to time surveys to know the impacts of the training and to see if there is a need for further training assistance.
Neglectedness: Yes,There might be some other sources of funding for this type of work, as sometimes in the past we have managed to implement a project like this in a short time due to such reasons as limited resources, which resulted in meeting a few people in a very limited time. Also, OMDTZ has been working with many of the partners/stakeholders mentioned before and would like to be an integral part of this project to enhance and expand the capacity training for these stakeholders that has been started before but ended up not reaching a targeted group of people. Some of the stakeholders with whom we have conducted this project includes, Postgraduate students training at the University of Dar es Salaam and Ardhi University on the application of GIS and Mobile mapping GIS mainstream activity, conducted in Temeke, Ilala and Kinondoni municipalities Prime Minister’s office-Disaster Management Depatment staff receive weekly training on Mobile tools, Open data, and GIS Dar es salaam Metopolitan Development Project trainings on Dis OMDTZ's ‘ Industrial trainings, student field placements and learning Geospatial activities in practical National Bureau Statistics training over data collection methods and GIS These training sessions were conducted at different times and years with limited time due to budget constraints, and therefore, with the aid of these funds, we are ensuring that most of these trainings will be achieved.
Success: Assess participants' understanding of ODK, OSM, OMK, and open-source infrastructure through evaluations and pre/post assessments. Track the use of ODK, OSM, and OMK after training, including data collection, map creation, and sharing. Quality of Data and Maps,Evaluate the accuracy and completeness of the data and maps produced during the training. Feedback and User Satisfaction,Gather feedback from participants to gauge their learning experience and satisfaction with the tools. Project Implementations,Monitor the number of projects using ODK, OSM, and OMK data, indicating practical application and impact. Community Engagement,Measure community growth, new contributors, and collaborative projects, demonstrating active involvement. Openness and Accessibility,Evaluate the extent to which data and maps are made publicly available. Scaling and Replication,Assess successful adoption in other regions or institutions. Government and NGO Involvement, Track their participation in projects using open-source tools.
Total Budget: USD 24,640
Budget File: pdf
Affiliations: This proposal is affiliated with OpenMap Development Tanzania (OMDTZ).
LMIE Carveout: Yes, The implementation of this project covers some of the regions and locations in Tanzania that were pre-identified as stakeholder locations. The OMDTZ and her team are basically located in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, and are very flexible to move around the locations prescribed. Most of the tasks planned for the focus area (users, contributors, and maintainers) are also available in a way that can be reached easier.
Team Skills: Johanes Petro Machela is a GIS and Technical Project Manager at OMDTZ with vast field experience supervising data collection for urban resilience and teaching. He has extensive experience managing various projects within and outside Tanzania, including Geoglam/Crop Mapping by Collecte Localisation Satellites(CLS) and TerraSphere, Mills Mapping and School Mapping by funded WFP, Ramanihuria funded by The World Bank, Tanzania Rural Electrification - REA Phase III, Zambia off-grid, Lusaka Facilities, and Sanitation Programmes. Emanuel Kombe Emanuel Kombe is Project Manager, and GIS person, making significant contributions to the mapping community, proficiency in data collection, analysis, and visualization. His comprehensive understanding of GIS software and tools, along with spatial analysis and remote sensing expertise, allows him to solve complex geospatial challenges and provide valuable insights for decision-making. Emanuel's dedication to open-source mapping and passion for using geospatial technology to address real-world problems have garnered respect in the field, benefiting institutions and organizations relying on precise and up-to-date spatial data. Annah Maholi she works as a Data Quality Officer and GIS Assistant at OMDTZ. She is passionate about data, geospatial technology, and community-driven projects, she manages geospatial datasets, conducts spatial analyses, and creates visually engaging maps.
Submission Number: 79
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