Malawi Environmental Monitoring Program Phase II
Cooperative Agreement NO. 690-0235-A-00-6060-00
Workplan 1 JULY 1996 TO 30 JUNE 1997

Strategic Objective 2.0: Increased Sustainable Use, Conservation and Management of Renewable Natural Resources

Intermediate Result 2.2. NRM Institutions Strengthened and Operations Improved

Tasks

Life of Activity Results and Indicators

ID

Description

Start Date

End Date

Output

Development Partners

Component 1. Improve Catchment Monitoring

Sub-component A Refine quality of data collection and analysis

1.1

Streamline catchment data collection requirements and procedures

8/1/96

8/31/96

Catchment data collection methodology assessed, data requirements and collection procedures detailed in technical report

STTA - WRI:

3 PD

7/1/96

7/30/96

Procedures and explanations of methodology updated in Field Operations Guide

LTTA - MTA:

10 PD

1.2

Specification of methods for data analysis for Met., Surveys, Water, Forestry and Agriculture

7/1/96

10/30/96

Report detailing methods with application for each technical area

5 PD

I.R. 2.2.2. NRM and Environmental Information Available

1.3

Develop sectoral reporting format

7/1/96

8/31/96

Sectoral reports produced consistent with recommended format

UNDP-ISEM / EFP

5 PD

12/31/96

Sectoral agencies able to produce useful reports that are used by senior management and policy makers

UNDP-ISEM / EFP

1.4

Develop synthesis reporting format for integration of sectoral data and reports

9/1/96

10/31/96

Synthesis report on specific catchments or issues produced under EAD guidance

STTA - WRI:

5 PD

10/31/96

12/25/96

Annual report on intensive monitoring programme produced and used by senior mgmt, policy makers

LTTA - MTA:

1 PM

1.5

Establish performance contracts for catchment monitoring activities

7/1/96

9/30/96

Collaborators able to establish realistic work plans that link activities and products with budget

LTTA - MTA:

15 PD

10/1/96

4/1/97

Collaborators fulfill performance requirements in terms of timeliness and quality of product

LTTA - MTA:

10 PD

Sub-component C. Summarize lessons learned from catchment monitoring

2.1

Perform a critical review of monitoring methods across catchments

8/1/97

12/31/97

Cross-catchment comparison of procedures performed and described in the first section of a detailed report

STTA - UA:

10 PD

2.2

Summarize what has been learned regarding the monitoring of impacts of land use change

8/1/97

12/31/97

Cross-catchment comparison of findings regarding the relationships of land use changes and related environmental impacts summarized in the second section of a detailed report

STTA - UA:

1PM

2.3

Develop recommendations for the use of these methods in monitoring other catchments

8/1/97

12/31/97

Based on the findings of the first two tasks, develop a set of recommendations for the use of specific techniques in specific situations to assess environmental impacts of land use change, contained in the final section of a detailed report

STTA - UA:

10 PD

Intermediate Result 2.2. NRM Institutions Strengthened and Operations Improved

Tasks

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ID

Description

Start Date

End Date

Output

Development Partners

I.R 2.2.2. NRM and Environmental Information Available

Sub-component A Strengthen systems for bibliographic data archiving, distribution, and communication

3.1

Assess and document current status of information centers

11/1/96

12/1/96

Report detailing existing accomplishments, capacity, and constraints of key information centers

STTA - UA:

1 PM

3.2

11/25/96

Compilation of discussion summaries and outlines of action strategies as inputs for long-range plan development

STTA - UA:

5 PD

Sub-component B. Develop Digital Map Data Standards for a National EIS

3.3

Develop prototype digital map data georeferencing standard

4/1/97

4/15/97

Establish geodetic parameters to be used for all data recording for a unified national level georeferencing system.

(Eastman)

10 PD

3.4

Develop prototype digital map data production and distribution formats.

5/1/97

5/15/97

Develop a unified national EIS data model standard including digital map metadata standards and map data accuracy standards.

(Eastman)

10 PD

3.5

Develop a digital map data distribution medium and capability.

5/16/97

5/31/97

Develop import/export software modules between the EIS storage format and usable information technologies.

(Eastman)

10 PD

6/1/97

6/8/97

Develop a prototype standard for the distribution medium of digital map data.

(Eastman)

5 PD

Tasks

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ID

Description

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End Date

Output

Development Partners

Sub-component C. Apply prototype EIS in response to national environmental priorities

4.1

Develop proposal for Shire River Pilot EIS

6/30/96

7/31/96

Proposal reviewed and approved by internal and external stakeholders

World Bank CIS:

5 PD

4.2

Identify existing data sources, quality of data and status of analysis

7/31/96

9/30/96

Detailed description and catalogue of existing data sources

7/31/96

10/31/96

Establish network for maintaining access to data sources

1 PM

4.3

Perform technical design of EIS for Shire River Catchment

11/1/96

12/1/96

Design paper with key indicators, data standards, data requirements, collection strategy, framework of analysis (define), reporting format and implementation plan

STTA - WRI:

5 PD

4.4

Initiate contracts for additional data requirements

1/1/97

12/98

Technical reports produced, reviewed and distributed

IUCN Zambezi River Wetlands Programme

3 PM

4.5

Develop situation analysis report based on existing data

12/1/96

4/1/97

Situation analysis report produced for the Shire River

5 PD

Intermediate Result 2.2. NRM Institutions Strengthened and Operations Improved

Tasks

Life of Activity Results and Indicators

ID

Description

Start Date

End Date

Output

Development Partners

I.R. 2.2.2. NRM and Environmental Information Available

Sub-component A. Set-up pilot Area Sample Frame in one ADD

5.1

Effective construction of the pilot area sample frame

6/6/96

6/30/96

A report detailing the purposes and procedures of development of the ASF, satellite imagery and maps used, stratification criteria, and maps used to identify the location of sampling units

STTA - AAIC:

1 PM

1. area sample frame implemented in one ADD and evaluated
2. evaluation reports of EM technology utility and effectiveness

5.2

Development of sampling units, survey strategy and data collection instrument

9/1/96

10/1/96

A report detailing the criteria for sample selection, indicators used, survey instrument and strategy, and the training syllabus for interviewers

STTA - AAIC:

1 PM

5.3

Statistical analysis of data, review of results, and evaluation of ASF

12/31/97

A final report presenting both a quantitative and qualitative analysis of data generated and an evaluation of the ASF methodology, procedures, and applicability

STTA - AAIC:

1 PM

6.1

Produce set of spatially referenced maps and associated data for physical characterization of public lands (Level 1)

6/1/96

4/1/97

"Atlas" of public lands in both digital format and hard copy the includes: base mapping, summary data extraction, application of physical models, and rationale for creation of protected areas.

(Eainsworth)

1 PM

6.2

Conduct field intensive study of land use and resource use patterns of selected areas in and adjacent to public lands (Level 2)

9/1/96

4/1/97

A final report linking analysis from Level 1 and Level 2.studies.

(T. Finnan)

1 PM

Intermediate Result 2.2. NRM Institutions Strengthened and Operations Improved

Tasks

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ID

Description

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End Date

Output

Development Partners

I.R. 2.2.2. NRM and Environmental Information Available

Sub-component A. Strengthen GIS technical capacity

7.1

Support in-service GIS training within the participating agencies and UNIMA

9/1/96

11/31/98

Two sequences of a three tiered fundamental GIS training courses will be conducted. The first sequence will be conducted with the UNIMA staff as trainees, the second sequence will utilize their talents as trainers.

STTA - CU:

6 PM

9/1/96

11/31/98

Strategies to strengthen and broaden support for GIS activities and to ensure that the technology meets the needs of agencies.

STTA - CU:

2 PM

7.2

Establish teaching curriculum in GIS coordinated across UNIMA system

5/1/97

11/31/98

Trained UNIMA staff will assist in the development of a GIS curriculum and the training of addtiional staff.

STTA - CU:

1 PM

7.3

Develop applications research and environmental monitoring products

10/1/96

11/31/97

Specific GIS training, application development and analysis that focuses on delivering products for MEMP activities

STTA - CU:

8 PM

Sub-component B. Strengthen national environmental research and teaching capacity

8.1

Support in-service environmental science training program within participating agencies.

11/1/97

12/31/97

A set of in-service programs developed for environmental science, including those in which environmental science is a significant subtopic such as GIS and those that deal with a single significant topic that meets specific agency needs such as soil erosion monitoring

STTA - UA:

2 PM

Tasks

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ID

Description

Start Date

End Date

Output

Development Partners

8.2

Establish teaching curriculum in environmental sciences coordinated across UNIMA system.

6/1/97

ongoing

A set of consistent and complementary curricula are developed with each participating UNIMA campus which have the most direct disciplinary links with participating agencies.

STTA - UA:

10 PD

9.1

Reinvigorate research grant program to meet participating agency needs

1/1/97

ongoing

LTTA - ES:

Intermediate Result 2.3. Improved Field-Level Performance in NRM

Tasks

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ID

Description

Start Date

End Date

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Development Partners

Component 5. Strengthen national environmental policy development and institutional capacity

Sub-component A. Establish Comprehensive Policy, Legislative and Institutional Framework

10.1

Assist with interpretation of National Environmental Policy and National Environmental Framework Bill

8/1/96

10/1/96

Background paper produced highlighting any inconsistencies between NEP and NEF and existing sectoral policies and legislation

LTTA - SPA:

9/1/96

ongoing

STTA:

1 PM

I.R. 2.1.1. Sectoral Policies and Legislation Updated

10.2

Assist line agencies in preparing action plans, including review of institutional roles

6/17/96

7/15/96

Technical review provided for each sectoral policy action plan and master action plan developed

UNDP

3 PM

10.3

Assist line agencies in implementing action plans

9/1/96

ongoing

Implementation progress monitored

LTTA - SPA:

9/1/96

9/1/97

Review of sectoral policies, legislation and institutions completed

STTA:

5 PM

12/98

legislation approved

12/98

Institutional roles and responsibilities clarified

LTTA - SPA:

Tasks

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ID

Description

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End Date

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Development Partners

I.R. 2.1.1.1.c. Mechanisms for Information Flow to Policy Makers Function

11.1

Insure broad availability and distribution of data, information products, and findings from PLUS activity

4/1/97

5/1/97

PLUS report, digital and hardcopy atlas, and associated datasets accessible through NDC and Ministry of Lands

LTTA - SPA:

5/1/97

6/1/97

STTA - UA: ?

I.R. 2.3.5. Donor and Implementing Partner Coordination

12.1

Support the establishment and effective operation of fora for coordination

6/1/96

12/98

LTTA - SPA:

12.2

Develop programming options for Community Based Natural Resource Management

9/1/96

10/31/96

Recommendations for programming CBNRM to address multi-community NRM strategies

2 PM

I.R. 2.3.1. Improved Performance Based Management Procedures Piloted in Priority NRM Programs

13.1

Assist with refinement of proposal guidelines and review criteria of NRM project activities under PBBS

7/1/96

8/15/96

EP&D releases comprehensive guidelines for proposals and has developed effective and transparent criteria for proposal review

LTTA - SPA:

13.2

Support line ministries and departments in formulation of NRM programs for consideration for PBBS support

9/1/96

8/31/97

Program proposals approved by Treasury

STTA - UA:

1 PM

9/1/98

Satisfactory level of attainment of performance targets met; constraints to attainment identified

STTA - UA:

2 PM

Sub-component F. Explore options for long-term financial sustainability of E/NRM programs and functions

14.1

Explore options for technical and financial sustainability for EM activities

Guided consultations with institutions on options for sustainability

STTA - UA:

Strategies for enhancing technical and financial sustainable options developed

LTTA - SPA:

14.2

Assess legal, financial, organizational dimensions of establishing a national endowment for E/NRM activities

1/1/97

3/31/97

Working Papers prepared on key technical dimensions

STTA - UA:

1 PM

14.3

Provide technical support to Endowment Trust Working Group

4/1/97

8/31/97

Working Group has defined practicality and steps for establishing endowment

STTA - UA:

1 PM

14.4

8/1/97

8/31/97

Action plan with clear steps and time lines established

STTA - UA: