Assessment and analysis 

The Hub provides support to UNHCR and WFP operations seeking to conduct joint assessments and analysis to understand and address the needs of the refugees. 

The Hub supports country offices in:

  • Defining the scope and objectives of the assessments 
  • Designing assessment tools and data collection methods  
  • Developing training materials  
  • Providing support on data quality 

  • Conducting contextual and advanced statistical analysis  
  • Preparing assessment reports  
  • Engaging high-level partners and disseminating findings 
  • Contributing to existing evidence on food security and nutrition, essential needs, and livelihoods. 

Resources and examples of UNHCR-WFP joint assessments and analysis from Hub supported exercises can be found on the documents page.

UNHCR-WFP Joint Assessment Mission (JAM) guidance documents

 

UNHCR-WFP Joint Assessment Mission (JAM) Guidance (English)

UNHCR-WFP Joint Assessment Mission (JAM) Guidance (French)

Joint Assessment Missions - Technical Guidance Sheets

JAM Practical Guide to Planning and Implementation

UNHCR-WFP Rapid JAM Technical Guidance Sheet

UNHCR/ WFP Guidance

UNHCR Needs Assessment Handbook

WFP Essential Needs Guidance

Lessons Learned

Learning from UNHCR/WFP Joint Needs Assessments June 2023