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["Expected Outputs","Quarter Progress (in %) - On Track/Achieved (76%-100%), Require Monitoring/Not Achieved (50%-75%), Require Urgent Management Attention (0-49%)","Planned Activities (as per AWP)","Activity Locations (as per AWP)","Quarterly Results",{"$nulls":7},"Quarterly Resources"]
[{"$nulls":4},"Brief Status Explanation","Challenges","Follow-up Action(s) & Due Date","Responsibility","Lesson(s) Learnt","Anticipated Risks for Next Quarter","Preceding Quarter Follow-up",null,"AWP Budget ($)","Expenditure ($)","% Delivery"]
[{"$nulls":10},"Action(s)","Status Explanation"]
["Output 1: Skills developed and employment generated for youth, particularly women, in the garment industry"]
["Indicator 1.1: Number of youth, disaggregated by sex, that are given training through the programme",{"v":0.0359,"d":"3.59%"},"Activity Result 1.1.1 : Satellite Training Units established"]
["Baseline 1.1: 0",null,"1.1.1.a 5 Satellite Training Units established"]
["Target 1.1: 3930",null,null,"KORANGI LANDHI TOWN, KARACHI EAST, SINDH","YEP signed MoU's with Artistic Milliners and Alkaram Textile Mills (pvt) Ltd. The main purpose was to provide a framework for cooperation and to facilitate collaboration in areas of mutual interest. UNDP shall provide technical and training support in courses such as Merchandising, Quality Checkers, Pattern Makings/Grading, CAD/CAM Operators, Sewing Machine Mechanics and other garment related trades. The project is expected to create employment opportunities for 1,590 young men and women. The enrollment of women shall reach 50 percent. Meetings were held with PHMA and PRGMEA Association senior management to seek partnership with garment companies. Preference was expressed for those located in close proximity to SITE industrial area so the youth from Lyari and Sultanabad can have better access to the opportunity. Rajby Industries is keen to partner with UNDP. The contract is expected to be signed within July 2016. M&E team visited 3 garment factories/STU's and solicited feedback from project beneficiaries (trainees), supervisors/management and HR team to gauge the effectiveness of the UNDP training programs. The trainees were satisfied but their supervisors were not with the performance of the trained workers. In some factories, the turn-over of trained workers was slightly higher.","The large garment companies having salary system (better HR Practices and compliances) are mostely located in Korangi/Landhi industrial areas, which is far from project areas specifically Sultanabad and Lyari. There are small garment companies located in SITE industrial areas which is in close proximity to sultanabad and lyari. Although, the project reached out to small garment companies but they were hesitatant to collaborate with UNDP training program because of their operational constraints and modalities which are not suitable for training and employment opportunities for untrained youth (fresh worker)","The project team continued their efforts to develop collaborations with Galaxy Knitwear, MI industries and Khaadi. It will identify more companies in the SITE industrial areas and sensitize them about the vulnerable localities such as Lyari and Sultanabad. MoU with Rajby has been submitted to CO for review and signatures. Akhtar Textile Industries and its management showed interest in collaborating with UNDP. Similarly, meetings are planned at Khaadi and Selimpex with the objective to seek additional garment companies in 3rd quarter .","Project Manager/ Project team","The industry is reluctant to hire fresh employees for the position of Quality Checkers/ Inspectors/ Auditors. Therefore, the training team has changed its strategy and train the youth at the premises of partner TVET institutes, in accordance to the needs of partner garment companies. Upon completion of the training, these graduates will be placed in the partner garment companies.","Willingness of the garment companies' owners to the sign contract with UNDP for implementation of UNDP training program. Reluctantance of partner garment cpompanies to hire fresh trainees in quality and sewing operation",null,null,"6.6K","1.8K",{"v":0.3,"d":"30%"}]
[{"$nulls":3},"Pending Approval"]
[{"$nulls":12},"6.6K","1.8K",{"v":0.3,"d":"30%"}]
["Indicator 1.2: Number of youth, disaggregated by sex, that are employed following the training programs",{"v":0.0918,"d":"9.18%"},"Activity Result 1.2.1 : Training of worker, production executives and middle management completed"]
["Baseline 1.2: 0",null,"1.2.1.a SPO and its partner networks/CSOs in Lyari, Korangi and Sultanabad carrying out social community mobilization activities for the youth trainee programs"]
["Target 1.2: 5520",null,null,"KORANGI LANDHI TOWN, KARACHI EAST, SINDH","\"SPO team engaged with youth networks and communities regarding identification of potential youth from targeted areas. A total of 743 youth (Female & Male) have registered themselves as potential participants for YEP training programs. Out of the total, 285 youth registered themselves during current reporting period. The process of linking them with factories or institutes are in-progress 27 awareness raising events about livelihood enhancement and employment in the garment sector were delivered by youth networks in Sultanabad, Korangi and Lyari respectively. Total of 1,705 community members ( Men 860, 845 Women) have been mobilized through these events. One vocational training centre has been established in Sultanabad and 26 interested potential trainees have been finalized. Master trainer for the centre has been selected.","The youth particularly boys of Lyari and Sultanabad have limited opportunities for training and to avail job opportunities. The existing numbers of training institutes are not sufficient to accommodate the available candidates.","Pace of work in identification of potential youth will be enhanced in the 3rd quarter","Project Manager, M&E Officer, Advocacy and Communication Officer","Mega events/ campaigns should be launched to identify potential youth and seek community support in implementation of youth employment project in Lyari, Korangi and Sultanabad.","Ownership of the communities and interest of youth to participate in YEP training program","Less number of trainees particularly from Sultanabad area.","Local network carried out social and community mobilization in Sultanabad and spread awareness about the youth employment project and encourage youth to seek vocational and technical skills and training in garment-related trades.","131.9K",0,{"v":0.23,"d":"23%"}]
[{"$nulls":3},"Pending Approval"]
[{"$nulls":12},"131.9K",0,{"v":0.23,"d":"23%"}]
[null,null,"1.2.1.b Number of Master Trainers, merchandisers, production executives and Denim/garment washing workers and middle management trained"]
[{"$nulls":3},"KORANGI LANDHI TOWN, KARACHI EAST, SINDH","Training merchandisers, production executives and middle management could not be started. The ToT of master trainers was also delayed due to Ramdan and unavailability of prospective MTs (trainees).","Availability of MTs at partner garment companies and demand of training for merchandisers, production executive and middle management worker was limited.","Project team will pursue to identify the required number of trainees with partner garment companies for the training program in 3rd quarter.","Project Manager, Project Technical team","Involvement of the management of partner garment companies at planning level to form training batches","willingness of management of partner garment companies to facilitate the training program",null,null,"92.3K","9.8K",{"v":0,"d":"0%"}]
[{"$nulls":3},"Pending Approval"]
[{"$nulls":12},"92.3K","9.8K",{"v":0,"d":"0%"}]
[null,null,"1.2.1.c Number of workers trained"]
[{"$nulls":3},"KORANGI LANDHI TOWN, KARACHI EAST, SINDH","A total of 141 (67 Men, 74 Women) were trained in 2nd quarter of the year 2016. UNDP's technical resources are imparting skills training to the industry workers. YEP technical team also developed the course content for quality inspectors, accordingly to the needs of the garment industry. Needs-assessment of partner garment companies was performed and then course material was tailored accordingly. Pre and post evaluations of trainees/workers were taken and an improvement was noted in their knowledge and skills. The training courses were further improved after getting feedback of the production supervisors.","The industry expects UNDP to train and upgrade the skills of their existing employees then they will recruit YEP's beneficiaries. Currently, it is challenging to form a batch that comprises of fresh and existing employees for training. Creating new job opportunities for YEP training graduates is another challenge.","Factory visit and meeting was held with GM production, MI Industries SITE area. It was mutually agreed that MI will hire and train quality checkers with UNDP support.","Project Manager, Project Technical team","The industry is reluctant to hire untrained/fresh employees for the position of Quality Checkers/Inspectors/ Auditors. Therefore, the training team has changed its strategy and will train fresh trainees, in accordance to the needs of partner factories at the premises of institutes. The quality of the training being imparted in the fields of “Industrial Sewing Machine Operator & Quality Checkers” is not satisfactory. The graduates of the institutes were not able to perform well during the assessment performed by the representatives of the partner factories. The YEP team has organized a capacity building workshop, to enhance the capacity of partner institutes in delivering the training in these two trades. The training team plans to visit the institutes and ensure that the training is being imparted according to the set standards.","Openness for hiring of untrained worker",null,null,"33K",0,{"v":0.05,"d":"5%"}]
[{"$nulls":3},"Pending Approval"]
[{"$nulls":12},"33K",0,{"v":0.05,"d":"5%"}]
["Indicator 1.3: Number of interns trained",{"v":0.125,"d":"12.50%"},"Activity Result 1.3.1 : Youth internship program implemented with 75% of interns being able to secure employment within six months of completion of training"]
["Baseline 1.3: 0",null,"1.3.1.a Interns trained at partners institutes in garment companies"]
["Target 1.3: 80",null,null,"NAWABAD LIYARI TOWN, KARACHI SOUTH, SINDH","Ten interns were hired to work at partner TVET institutes and now they have been hired by the industry. The project team and partner institutes are in-process, to facilitate the interns for their job placement.","Job-placement of the interns is a challenge as there is need to develop linkages between institutes and industry. Institutes don't have the capacity to implement guidelines of the internship program, therefore most of the interns could not spend one month in the industry and got limited exposure from the institutes during their internship period.","Project team will ensure possible employment opportunities for the interns right after the induction.","Project Manager/ Partner Institutes",{"$nulls":4},"63.3K",0,{"v":0.12,"d":"12%"}]
[{"$nulls":3},"Pending Approval"]
[{"$nulls":12},"63.3K",0,{"v":0.12,"d":"12%"}]
["Output 2: Increased capacity of local service providers built to train workers and middle management in the textile / garment value chain"]
["Indicator 2.1: Number of local service providers (Vocational Training Institutes) included in the training programme",{"v":0,"d":"0%"},"Activity Result 2.1.1 : Capacity of local service providers (Vocational Training Institutes) developed to ensure sustainability of the project interventions"]
["Baseline 2.1: 0",null,"2.1.1.a Establishment of Vocational Training Centers"]
["Target 2.1: 2",null,null,"KORANGI LANDHI TOWN, KARACHI EAST, SINDH","A meeting was also held with Karigar TVET institute. YEP is seeking to develop a strategic partnership agreement with them. They are located adjacent to the Sultanabad community. Addendum in LOA/MCGA/ no cost extension for STEVTA Korangi No 3, MITTI, PRGTTI, iAct and SPO. Renewal of LOA/MCGA of STEVTA Khadda and Lyari has been forwarded to CO for approval. PKGTI LOA will be expired on 30th July as per schedule. The project has decided to establish three training centers to offer crash courses in Quality Checkers and Operators Training trades. These centers will be based at PHMA, GPIW Korangi 3 and GPIW Landhi. All mobilization activities will be conducted by UNDP along its partner organization SPO. Institute will be offered 1,125/-PKR per trainee for quality checkers'' courses and 6000/-PKR per trainee for operators training courses to cover trainee’s transportation expenses along with over-head costs and training materials etc. YEP had meetings with the mentioned Institutes and currently in process of contract drafting. YEP M&E team conducted assessment of 9 partner institutes to gauge the effectiveness of YEP training program. Quality assurance team provided technical assistance during the assessment. The assessment included areas such as teacher mastery, beneficiaries’ feedback, at-risk youth survey and overall performance of the institutes.","Less capacity of TVET institutes in job placement of training graduates.","Identification of quality institutes that has good track record in job-placement of its trainees.","Project Manager","Defining the clear criteria at the time of selection of TVET institutes for collaboration/partnership","Availability of TVET institutes that meet criteria related to the Job-placement",null,null,"13.2K","2.6K",{"v":0.1,"d":"10%"}]
[{"$nulls":3},"Pending Approval"]
[{"$nulls":12},"13.2K","2.6K",{"v":0.1,"d":"10%"}]
[null,null,"2.1.1.b Development of training modules on sewing machine maintenance and quality checking procedures"]
[{"$nulls":3},"KORANGI LANDHI TOWN, KARACHI EAST, SINDH","Module of production executive has been developed","Delay occurred in development of the required training modules due to limited technical resource within the project.","Execution of the training modules in the UNDP training program","Project Manager/ Technical resource","Development of training module should be finalized during the inception phase of the project to ensure quality of training.","Assessment/peer review of the modules",null,null,"6.6K",0,{"v":0.5,"d":"50%"}]
[{"$nulls":3},"Pending Approval"]
[{"$nulls":12},"6.6K",0,{"v":0.5,"d":"50%"}]
[null,null,"2.1.1.c Develop and promote institutional linkages between project partner institutes (STEVTA, PHMA, PKGTI and MITI) and garment companies (Gul Ahmed, Eastern Garments and Soorty enterprises)"]
[{"$nulls":3},"KORANGI LANDHI TOWN, KARACHI EAST, SINDH","Project team is planning to organize seminars to strengthen the linkages among project partners - TVET institutes and the garment industry. There are weak linkages between TVET institutes and industry. The garment industry has limited knowledge about the TVET institutes which is a major source for providing trained youth. On the other hand, the TVET institutes have limited knowledge about the industry and the inherent prospective of employers and the channels to approach them. In order to create employment opportunities for beneficiaries, there is a need to create a platform where both industry and academia could sit together and work for the interest of each other. The team is currently in the process of establishing interest groups and consortiums of garment industry (factories, boutiques, fashion houses) and TVET institutes will be helpful to mitigate this challenge.","Linkages between project partner institutes and the industry are weak","Demand driven courses will be introduced at partner institute that will support trainees in securing employment in the industry.","Project Manager/ Project Team","Exposure visits to factories and participation in trade fairs to promote the work of the talented trainees and graduates would help the industry become familiar with the institutes and to develop a positive perception about the competency of the graduates.","TVET institutes might not meet the required need of demand driven courses and high standards of industry, keeping in view their requirements for trained workforce.",null,null,"33K",0,{"v":0.05,"d":"5%"}]
[{"$nulls":3},"Pending Approval"]
[{"$nulls":12},"33K",0,{"v":0.05,"d":"5%"}]
[null,null,"2.1.1.d Strengthening of Vocational Training Centres through training of instructors/faculty, sharing of curriculum, course outline, training manuals, training workshops and provision of equipment"]
[{"$nulls":3},"KEMARI KEMARI TOWN, KARACHI WEST, SINDH","Project team organized orientation sessions with project partner TVET institutes and share different demand driven courses.The objectives of the session are a) to provide orientation about the selection criteria of trainees, screening tests, training curriculum, training methodology, performance assessment and documentation required for Quality Checkers/Inspector & Sewing Machine Operator Training. b) standardize the training related practices of all the above mentioned areas. and c) discuss the industry expectations & demanded skill set from the institutes. during the session, the participants were given a brief orientation about the “Advance Analytical Method of Training” for sewing machine operator training. The participants were given a brief presentation on paper exercises, fabric exercises, operations, efficiency and stamina development of the trainees. The selection criteria for the trainees and the trainer profile was also communicated. The participants were also briefed about the selection criteria, pre/post training assessment, (performance management) of the trainees & training methodology for quality checkers, trainer & trainee profile. The workshop will help the partner institutes to standardize the training methodology, course curriculum to be followed, performance management of the trainees & profile of the trainer. Procurement: YEP had detailed meeting with SMEDA to finalize the soft skills development consultancy agreement, as soon as receive final feedback from SMEDA their assessments will be conducted and contract will be finalized","The availability of experienced and qualified trainers at institute level is constant challenge due to budgetary constraints","Extensive follow up visit are required during 3rd quarter","Project Manager/ technical team","Standardization of course curriculum and training methodology caused to improve the quality of training. The prospects of job opportunities in the garment industry will increased for the graduates","Compromise in Implementing the standard curriculum and training methodology",null,null,"26.4K",85,{"v":0.2,"d":"20%"}]
[{"$nulls":3},"Pending Approval"]
[{"$nulls":12},"26.4K",85,{"v":0.2,"d":"20%"}]
["Indicator 2.2: Number of local Cut to Pack workers, pattern makers and mechanics trained",{"v":0.2713,"d":"27.13%"},"Activity Result 2.2.1 : Training Programs initiated and implemented at YEP partners’ TVET institutes"]
["Baseline 2.2: 0",null,"2.2.1.a Hiring of National Training Consultancy Firm to train workers and middle management (Activity cancelled)"]
["Target 2.2: 3350",null,null,"SINDH","Activity is being proposed to be cancelled from AWP during revision process",{"$nulls":7},0,0,{"v":0,"d":"0%"}]
[{"$nulls":3},"Pending Approval"]
[{"$nulls":12},0,0,{"v":0,"d":"0%"}]
[null,null,"2.2.1.b Train Cut to pack workers, Stitching Operators, checkers, pattern makers, mechanics, fashion designing, dress making, embroidery and middle management"]
[{"$nulls":3},"NAWABAD LIYARI TOWN, KARACHI SOUTH, SINDH","A total number of 909 youth (365 Men, 544 Women) has been engaged in the 2nd quarter of year 2016. They are currently enrolled and some have graduated in garment related trades through trainings held at TVET institutes under YEP. Courses such as Stitching Machine Operators, Checkers, Pattern Makers, Mechanics, Fashion Designing, Dress Making, Embroidery and Middle Management etc. were offered at the TVET institutes.","It is challenging to conduct demand driven courses and securing jobs for the graduates","Need to introduce demand driven courses and develop effective linkages between industry and institutes.","PM/ partner institutes","Quality of training programs boosts confidence of the trainees in seeking better opportunities in terms of gaining employment.","Social and cultural dynamics may cause hindrance in seeking employment. Female graduates are not permitted to work in the garment industry, due to cultural and gender constraints and negative perception of the working environment",null,null,"316.4K","46.5K",{"v":0.27,"d":"27%"}]
[{"$nulls":3},"Pending Approval"]
[{"$nulls":12},"316.4K","46.5K",{"v":0.27,"d":"27%"}]
[null,null,"2.2.1.c Career Counselling of Trainees"]
[{"$nulls":3},"No progress entered yet."]
[null,null,"2.2.1.d Train workers and middle management (Training support)"]
[{"$nulls":3},"No progress entered yet."]
["Output 3: Evidence based research undertaken to inform relevant policies and programmes of the Government and garment industry"]
["Indicator 3.1: Number of project success stories and best practices adopted and replicated at other factories/units for productivity & efficiencies enhancement",{"v":0.3333,"d":"33.33%"},"Activity Result 3.1.1 : Project success stories and best practices adopted and replicated"]
["Baseline 3.1: 0",null,"3.1.1.a Radio advocacy campaign, documentation of best practices and dissemination of reports and publication material (production of short documentaries)"]
["Target 3.1: 3",null,null,"KEMARI KEMARI TOWN, KARACHI WEST, SINDH","A success story was written on two talented female entrepreneurs who are now supporting their large families by taking large orders from a renowned clothing workshop. Both the girls were interviewed separately at STEVTA Korangi 3. Their homes in Korangi were visited for verification. A four-day textile exhibition called Texpo was organized in Karachi from 7th to 10th April 2016. Texpo brought together the top brands of Pakistan to showcase their work in an effort to enhance textile related exports through display of textile products. UNDP YEP’s two partners – PHMA and PRGMEA participated at the exhibition. Youth from troubled areas of Karachi got an opportunity to display their handmade dresses, bags and other products designed by them through UNDP’s fashion designing and dress making courses. They were excited to avail the opportunity of displaying their work at such a platform among the country’s top brands. Some of the trainees were even able to sell their items. For project visibility, UNDP YEP’s standees and factsheets were placed at both the stalls. YEP’s partner iACT organized a Design Fest at their institute to showcase the work of vulnerable youth from mostly Malir to display their dresses. The young trainees innovatively designed dresses based on different themes such as nature, butterfly etc. Fashion designers, employers from the textile industry and some channels from the media attended the event to see the potential of these trainees in terms of employment. UNDP YEP distributed UNDP giveaways to graduates who successfully completed UNDP courses.",null,"YEP will make an informatory video to show the training practices adopted based on scientific methods.Dashboard with updated inforgraphics will be shared with the country office from 3rd quarter.","Project Manager/ Advocacy and Communication Officer",{"$nulls":4},"19.8K","1.6K",{"v":0.3,"d":"30%"}]
[{"$nulls":3},"Pending Approval"]
[{"$nulls":12},"19.8K","1.6K",{"v":0.3,"d":"30%"}]
[null,null,"3.1.1.b Organize need based capacity building trainings of Project Staff"]
[{"$nulls":3},"SINDH","UNDP-YEP Communication and Advocacy Officer participated at the launch of the Asia-Pacific Human Development Report 2016 held in Dhaka. She also participated in the RHDR social media campaign in promoting the 9 Sustainable Actions for Development. She assisted the international communication team in creating slogan messages and design board after going in field. In addition, she assisted in event management and captured photographs for UNDP Pakistan's social media pages.",null,null,"Project Manager/ Operation Manager",{"$nulls":4},"33K",0,{"v":0.25,"d":"25%"}]
[{"$nulls":3},"Pending Approval"]
[{"$nulls":12},"33K",0,{"v":0.25,"d":"25%"}]
["Indicator 3.2: Number of Research Studies Carried Out",{"v":0.5,"d":"50%"},"Activity Result 3.2.1 : Research studies, policy papers, communication material and lessons learnt documents developed"]
["Baseline 3.2: 0",null,"3.2.1.a Benchmark surveys and social audit in Karachi"]
["Target 3.2: 2",null,null,"SINDH","\"Baseline/Impact Evaluation study is currently in the planning phase where instruments are being developed and fine-tuned, with inputs from YEP Karachi and country office team. UNDP is in process to develop robust data management system at project level, in this regards a services of an IT expert/consultant has been hired. Design of customized database application has been finalized. Database of beneficiaries will be developed during mid-June and report will be generated by end of July 2016","Delay in development of database due to busy schedule of IC. Attitude and availability of the selected IC for the assignment is constant challenge.","Continuous follow up with the IC during quarter 3. The database will be available with team by end July 2016","Project Manager/ Research Analyst/M&E officer","Initial assessment and setting up clear timeline at the time of signing of the contract.",{"$nulls":3},"13.2K","6.7K",{"v":0.4,"d":"40%"}]
[{"$nulls":3},"Pending Approval"]
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[null,null,"3.2.1.b Research studies and baseline surveys conducted"]
[{"$nulls":3},"SINDH","The contract with Accountability Lab firm has initiated community outreach in Sultanabad and finalized its training manual to train and develop community leaders. The training is expected to commence by mid-July. The project will last for 06 months and is expected to contribute towards development of 20 community leaders and 2-3 concrete social entrepreneurial ventures with the promise of producing lasting contribution to their respective community in Sultanabad. The scoping study in Karachi and Hyderabad identifying the potential areas supporting project upscaling in the region, is now complete. A draft report has been submitted and reviewed. The report is expected to be improved further, based on discussions with the consultant. The study provides insights to the potential industries and trades to look into, for project expansion. Two researches are being conducted in the following subjects: (a) Stakeholder Demand and Supply Analysis (b) Analyze the Level and Nature of Tolerance on Karachi’s Garment Factory Floors. IOBM Fieldwork and current status: The fieldwork for the research study has been completed. They are now moving into the analysis and reporting stages. The research study's reliability in questionnaires and correlation was very strong. This indicates that the time invested in developing the tools in the beginning was worthwhile. IOBM will complete the study by end July 2016. AERC Fieldwork and current status: AERC’s study has three components: households, firms, and training institutions. The survey work for households has already been completed in Sultanabad, Lyari, and Korangi. They will complete data collection from institutions in week time. Completion: End July 2016 has been agreed as the deadline for completing this research study: this includes submission and finalization of the final Report. Collective for Social Science Research Contract: We will have the contract ready to sign with the Collective for Social Science Research. The actual work on the study will begin in July and will be wrapped up by November 2016. Simultaneously, 3 short studies on ‘’supply/demand skills gaps’’, ‘’ investigating and analyzing the project’s mobilization, communication, outreach and recruitment strategies’’ and ‘’exploring the possibilities and opportunities to initiate similar type skills training and youth employment project in Hub/Baluchistan’’ are also being conducted.",null,null,"Project Manager/ Research Analyst",{"$nulls":4},"59.3K","8K",{"v":0.1,"d":"10%"}]
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