EIU Mid-Year Review and Planning (10 January 2022) - ISSUES AND CHALLENGES by Lauren Bautista https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak en-us 2021-09-27 07:46:10 UTC 2022-01-10 08:22:46 UTC hello@padlet.com Surges in Covid cases that affected Center-based days (limited productivity especially re: logistics) https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983298779 2022-01-10 07:57:11 UTC https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983298779 preparing for transition and managing change in Unit leadership https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983299059 2022-01-10 07:57:20 UTC https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983299059 Challenge: Continuing impact of the pandemic https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983299138 How this was addressed/is being addressed: 
- WFH arrangement
- conduct of online events, meetings
- constant coordination/consultation with partners
- adjusting timelines, as needed]]> 2022-01-10 07:57:23 UTC https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983299138 Resignation/ end of contract of project associates before end of project life https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983299985 2022-01-10 07:57:54 UTC https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983299985 Internet connection issues during online activities https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983301231 2022-01-10 07:58:44 UTC https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983301231 Limited responsiveness of stakeholders in various parts of the country (when doing follow-up for monitoring or asking for submissions) - might be due to connectivity issues/ busy schedules https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983301423 2022-01-10 07:58:52 UTC https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983301423 https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983301609 Burden of the pandemic]]> 2022-01-10 07:59:00 UTC https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983301609 searching for the best EIU Senior Associate given limited pool of candidates https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983302566 2022-01-10 07:59:26 UTC https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983302566 slow down in closing a project with pending PCR requirement https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983303887 2022-01-10 08:00:10 UTC https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983303887 https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983304116 WFH and physical reporting arrangment]]> 2022-01-10 08:00:19 UTC https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983304116 confusion in EIE printing's procurement process on the role of requisitioner (getting quotation) and GSD https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983307520 2022-01-10 08:02:34 UTC https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983307520 https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983309081 Physical bonding with ERIO staff]]> 2022-01-10 08:03:40 UTC https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983309081 laureninnotech https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983309232 Delay in finalizing layout design of EIE modules (much longer than planned) ]]> 2022-01-10 08:03:46 UTC https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983309232 Transition (learning curve for new PM) in project management (including project files), especially for projects with deeper institutional history https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983309586 2022-01-10 08:04:01 UTC https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983309586 https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983311436 Tasks that require physical reporting to the office]]> 2022-01-10 08:05:16 UTC https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983311436 Delayed guidelines of NEAP re: PD credits for ALS implementers on MT4T https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983311753 2022-01-10 08:05:29 UTC https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983311753 Late preparation of liquidation report on Internet allowance of ALS participants due to confirmation of documentation requirements https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983313182 2022-01-10 08:06:25 UTC https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983313182 Ensuring completion of explainer videos based on approved timeline, considering EMU's heavy load and staff transitions https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983315886 2022-01-10 08:08:09 UTC https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983315886 potential loss of clients/opportunities for collaboration with development partners due to moratorium in accepting donor-funded projects https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983316135 2022-01-10 08:08:18 UTC https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983316135 issues encountered with devices used for WFH https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983317030 - constant coordination with SMU for technical assistance
- replacement of old workstation with new ones]]> 2022-01-10 08:08:52 UTC https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983317030 New Monitoring Form 2 does not capture the real value in terms of extent or level of project accomplishment https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983318413 2022-01-10 08:09:43 UTC https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983318413 laureninnotech https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983318693 Transition (learning curve) to new Center planning and monitoring system]]> 2022-01-10 08:09:54 UTC https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983318693 Challenge/Concern: maintaining ties with MT4T dissemination partners https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983320218 - proper turnover to KMNO and constant discussion with them on similar concerns]]> 2022-01-10 08:10:54 UTC https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983320218 Amount of time devoted to learning how to develop and use form 2 (expected during the pilot). Limitations of form 2 in capturing project realities https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983320582

]]> 2022-01-10 08:11:08 UTC https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983320582 Staff and immediate families affected by COVID-19 transmission https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983324423 2022-01-10 08:13:40 UTC https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983324423 need to retool the new EIU staff https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983331346 2022-01-10 08:18:13 UTC https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983331346 need to retool new EIU regular/promoted staff on higher responsibilities https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983336290 2022-01-10 08:21:14 UTC https://padlet.com/laureninnotech/dtexlwqznt7hlfak/wish/1983336290