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The success of capacity development interventions relies significantly on strong, equitable relationships between governments and partners. When MoE is engaged, collaborate with committed partners for short-term baselines in needs assessments and adopt a systems approach to ensure sustained allocation of dedicated human resources at both technical and policy levels for long-term data system sustainability. Acknowledge the tension between the short-term nature of funding in EiE and the patience, persistence, and long-term investment needed for effective capacity development.

In addition to long-term relationship building, it is important to maintain coherence. Prioritize trainings that deepen understanding of EiE concepts, indicators, and contexts, fostering purpose-driven data processes. Provide opportunities for MoE staff and partners to build capacity while performing day-to-day tasks, ensuring relevance and direct applicability of training. Document and review materials, such as explanatory notes and facilitator guides, and consider standardization for easy deployment in the future.

Acknowledging that challenges in capacity building are often intensified by a lack of dedicated financial support for strengthening data and information in EiE. Address the disconnect between funding for data projects and EiE initiatives, as they rarely overlap. Recognize that government buy-in, ownership, and institutionalization of EiE data in national systems depend crucially on securing adequate and sustainable financing.

Investing in improving Crisis and Risk-related data within institutional education information systems, even in resource-poor contexts, directly contributed to empowering MoEs as primary duty bearers for EiE. Supporting increased collaboration between line ministries (e.g. education and health), through integrated data strategies and plans is another way to improve resource allocation where it is most needed during emergencies.

To build sustainable capacity and commitment in EiE, transition from a project-based mindset to a systems-strengthening approach. Emphasize subnational systems alongside national ones, with MoE stewardship at the national level promoting ownership at the district level. Engage and build understanding at the subnational level, and strengthen coordination mechanisms at the national level to align subnational and national planning processes. Consider a regional systems approach to address cross-border data issues, encouraging MoEs to monitor national progress in the broader region, and fostering commitment to regional and global frameworks.

Prioritize long-term initiatives for informed preparedness, response planning, and monitoring to ensure continuous learning. Emphasize adaptability and crisis responsiveness in capacity development interventions, actively engaging community members in crisis response. Promote a culture of data use at national, district, and community levels, with a focus on enhancing the data literacy of school-level data collectors, including teachers. Implement end-user training targeting district education officers, planners, school inspectors, data volunteers, and school actors to cultivate a pool of local experts with essential skills.