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Enhance the resilience and self-reliance of crisis-affected rural communities (...) - Final evaluation

eval_number:

2542

eval_url:

https://webapps.ilo.org/ievaldiscovery/eval/2542

lessons_learned:

themes:

theme:

Tripartism & constituent partnerships

category:

Organizational issues

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comments:

Project Team in Yemen / Local Government Authorities

challenges:

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success:

Local government authorities and the relevant ministries are very supportive of the economic recovery work ILO has undertaken within the ERRY JP. The MoTEVT is planning on using ILO curricula within its own frameworks and policies, and local authorities felt adequately involved throughout all stages of the project design and implementation. Capitalising on this goodwill, and providing more awareness and information-sharing about partnerships with local implementing partners, will continue to strengthen ILO’s relationship with government authorities and improve relations with local CSOs, directly influencing the efficiency of implementation.

context:

ILO is a well-known and respected organisation in Yemen, and due to years building relationships with local government authorities and relevant stakeholders, this is evident in ILO’s ability to carry out quality programming supported and replicated by various government ministries. However, in the current context of the ongoing crisis, ILO has had to rely heavily on local CSOs to implement programming in areas where ILO is restricted access. In these areas, local government authorities are less aware of the CSOs relationship to ILO, causing misunderstandings and delays in implementation.

description:

Capitalise on ILO’s history in Yemen to enhance the relationship with local government authorities. Although the relationship between ILO and local authorities in Yemen is perceived positively by both parties, strengthening this relationship will help mitigate delays in implementation and assist in obtaining permission to operate in target locations. This is particularly relevant to northern Yemen, where ILO is operating in Hajjah and Hodeidah governorates.

administrative_issues:

The ILO project team in Yemen should conduct periodic meetings with local authorities and implementing partners to establish more efficient and effective communication mechanisms. A strong communication mechanism will also allow relevant stakeholders to take action quickly to address miscommunications and misunderstandings, which often lead to delays in implementation. In addition, ILO should consider the added value of collaborating closer with ministries throughout the project. MoPIC has expressed interest in acting as a competent authority and conducting monitoring and evaluation of development projects in Yemen, which would also lead to increased community participation and sustainability.

url:

https://webapps.ilo.org/ievaldiscovery/lessons/218090

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location:

country:

Yemen

region:

Arab States

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eval_title:

Enhance the resilience and self-reliance of crisis-affected rural communities (...) - Final evaluation