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Standard Project Report 2016
Project Objectives and Results
Project Objectives
The specific objectives of IR-PREP 200930 were to: 1) support a WFP presence in PNG in early 2016, with a focus
on assessing existing emergency preparedness capacities and gaps, identification and provision of technical
support services to improve coordination, and logistics planning within the context of the national response;
2) enhance coordination mechanisms among governmental and non-governmental actors at the provincial level and
national levels, and through the Food Security Cluster and logistics sector; and 3) undertake core preparedness
actions in the event that international food assistance is requested.
The IR-PREP was WFP's first involvement in the country and enabled it to further assess the need for an
emergency operation. WFP’s presence filled existing gaps in technical expertise (emergency logistics and food
security) with the aim of strengthening the capacity and readiness of actors, especially as it became evident that the
food security of affected populations was likely to deteriorate in the coming months.
Approved Budget for Project Duration (USD)
Cost Category
Direct Support Costs
234,014
Indirect Support Costs
16,381
Total
250,395
Project Activities
Project activities carried out under IR-PREP 200930 were as follows:
1. Establish coordination mechanisms at national and provincial levels in the a) food security and b) emergency
logistics sectors to provide the following tools and services:
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presence and capacity mapping of gaps and existing actors providing or that are able to provide humanitarian
assistance in the worst-affected areas;
sectorial response planning and coordination;
situation reports and updates relaying consolidated information on the ongoing response; and
advocacy, consultation and liaison with major donors to identify, plan and allocate resources to respond to
existing needs.
2. Support to national assessment and analysis including consolidation of existing assessment data and
reports, design and development of future assessments and monitoring systems as agreed with the Government of
PNG as a preparedness measure to track a potential worsening of food insecurity among affected, isolated and
vulnerable populations.
3. Operational guidance and planning for scaled-up food operations including geographic prioritisation, food
tonnages and logistics corridor scenarios in alignment with the Government of PNG's national response to facilitate
resource mobilisation and implementation by government and non-government partners.
4. Specialised support to the National Disaster Centre and Provincial Disaster Coordinators, relevant
government departments, NGOs and private sector actors to identify:
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key constraints and bottlenecks to the response;
available national capacities to address constraints; and
a list of additional WFP services available (response permitting).
This support was focused on enhancing response capacity at the provincial level where weaknesses were identified
and, more importantly, where the bulk of operational planning and delivery assistance was taking place.
Papua New Guinea, Independant State of (PG)
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Emergency Preparedness Activity - 200930