CommCare Projects take lots of different shapes and sizes. However, there are some key roles and practices that are associated with successful projects.
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Implementating a CommCare project is an exciting and rewarding experience. It can also be a challenging one. So, it's important to prepare: build a solid team, understand the phases of implementation, and know where to access useful resources along the way. This unit will provide you with a brief overview of each of these areas. By the end of this unit, you will be able to:
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KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Like most projects, CommCare projects require a team effort to be successful. Everyone must do their part. But what does a CommCare project team look like?
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You will notice from this list that each role covers a distinct and important area of responsibility, and that different roles require different levels of project engagement over time. Additionally, depending on your project, certain roles may require technical skills. For example, a M&E officer should have data analysis skills; a Trainer should be comfortable speaking publicly and explaining complex ideas in a simple way. When assigning roles, be sure to consider each person's skills and time availability.
PHASES OF IMPLEMENTATION
CommCare projects vary a lot -- in size, complexity, and geography -- but each one transitions through 4 major phases of implementation. Below are the 4 phases with some examples of what must be accomplished in each phase , though not everything is listed here.
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