As part of project monitoring processes, a Project Management Information System and Community-Driven Development (CDD) Application has been developed to facilitate data collection, information management and reporting. Consequently, the Training of Trainers workshop was held from Thursday, 19th to Saturday 2023, to the 21st of October 2023, to equip MMDA MIS Officers with the knowledge to use the systems and more importantly, transfer the knowledge to the Community Facilitators.
Divine Ayidzoe, Director of Research, Statistics, and Information Management, MLGDRD talked about the workshop objectives for which he mentioned that MMDAs MIS Officers must be equipped with a comprehensive understanding and proficiency in the designated software application. Again, the training must enable MIS Officers to effectively transfer knowledge and skills to community facilitators through interactive training methodologies. Moreover, he mentioned that the training must foster a collaborative learning environment conducive to participants’ knowledge sharing and skill enhancement.
Lastly, he added that at the end of the session, MIS Officers must be empowered to serve as catalysts for technological adoption and innovation within the MMDA and the communities they serve.
Alhassan Osman, CDD/CB emphasised how the workshop curriculum encompasses a blend of theoretical knowledge, practical exercises, and interactive sessions designed to cater for participants’ diverse learning styles and preferences. He went ahead and elaborated on some of the Key components of the curriculum.
Richard Adofo Ansong, an MIS specialist, did an introduction to the Software Application. An overview of the software application’s features, functionalities, and relevance to MMDA operations and community engagement initiatives were considered for proper understanding.
Hands-on Training, thus, Practical sessions wherein MIS Officers were allowed to navigate the software application, perform essential tasks, and troubleshoot common issues under the guidance of experienced trainers.
Wilhelmina Gyamfi, Planning Officer, MLGDRD talked about the Training Methodologies where he further elaborated on the Exploration of effective training methodologies, including demonstration, simulation, role-playing, and peer-to-peer learning, to enhance the transfer of knowledge and skills to community facilitators.
The Training of Trainers workshop represents a pivotal step towards empowering MMDA MIS Officers with the knowledge and skills to leverage technology for community development and service delivery. By equipping MIS Officers with proficiency in the designated software application and pedagogical expertise, the MMDA aims to foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and empowerment within its workforce and the communities it serves.
Story by MIS Team – Emmanuel Sappor and Daniel Ahiatrogah