GENDER EQUALITY PROJECT - UNDP Afghanistan

1. FINANCIALS
During Q2 a total of USD 113,661 was spent for this output. The breakdown of the details is
provided on Annex 1 and Annex 2.
RISKS
2. RISKS/ISSUES
• Security
In Q2, security concerns posed a challenge in completing some of the planned activities of the
project. As a result, the training programme of MoWA officials and the monthly meeting of the
working group of MoHRA had to be re-scheduled to a later date. Similarly, discussions with the
MoEC and MoHE officials for the development of the strategy and policy papers were delayed but
completed at a later date.
ISSUES
• Continuing absence of a project document
Since 2011, GEP has been managing without a project document. The Initiation Phase Plan was
prepared (2011) to bridge the gap while the new project document for the second phase was
being developed. However, due to a number factors, this has been delayed which as negatively
affected the project especially in planning for future activities. The project document is currently
being developed and should be completed by the end of Q3.
• Unexpected delays in obtaining relevant policy and programme documents from
LMs
Access to relevant documents by the WPDC consultants of the LMs proved to be a major hurdle. As
a result, progress is slow and if the situation does not improve, it may be necessary to discuss with
the Programme and Programme Support Units for a revision of schedule.
• Sudden changes of senior management in Kabul University
The sudden changes of senior officials of Kabul University Chancellor, Academic Vice Chancellor
and others who were closely connected with the project may delay the activities of GSI for the
following quarters. To overcome this problem, efforts are being made to meet the new
management and arrange a smooth implementation of the activities that have been planned.
3. LESSONS LEARNED
• The WPDC need to be given top priority
To achieve the annual target in making the WPDC fully operational, there is a need to provide the
WPDC consultants with logistical and technical support so that their focus and capacity is not
diverted from their mandate. The WPDC must understand the significance of their work and give
all their support to make this unique institution that UNDP has established a model for the other
development partners and the Government.
• Strengthening joint project initiatives
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