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PIDC has successfully completed numerous projects across Pakistan, delivering high-quality research, monitoring, and evaluation services to a diverse range of clients.
| Country: | Pakistan |
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| Location: | Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore, Mirpukhas and Sanghar |
| Duration: | 3 months (November 2023 - January 2024) |
| Client: | Norwegian Church Aid (NCA) |
| Focal Person: | Mr. Majid Ali Khan, Grand Manager |
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| Funding Source: | European Union |
| PIDC Staff: |
Imtiaz Ayub (Team Lead) Fazal Karim (Research Expert) Niaz Muhammad (Data Analyst) Ms. Nidal Khan (Gender Expert) |
Project Description
The key objective was to conduct a tracer study to furnish insights into the effectiveness of skills training provided to disadvantaged groups, such as low-income youth, young men and women, individuals affected by gender-based violence, persons with disabilities, transgender individuals, and minority communities. The study sought to assess the extent to which this training has facilitated their access to employment or self-employment opportunities, thereby enabling them to secure their livelihoods and support their families.
Services Provided
- Data collection primarily involved field visits and the use of standardized tools.
- Conducted thorough review of existing data sources through desk research.
- Employed a mixed-methods approach, including documentation review, beneficiary surveys, key informant interviews (KIIs), and focus group discussions (FGDs).
- Targeted youth TVET trainees/GBV survivors for quantitative research.
- Included FGDs with community members and KIIs with various stakeholders for qualitative research.
- Applied "Qualitative Coding Framework" for the analysis of all primary qualitative data.
- Selected a sample of 300, proportionate by gender, trade, and district.
- Conducted KIIs with government officials, NGO representatives, and other stakeholders.
- Implemented data editing, coding, validation, and entry processes to ensure accuracy.
- Utilized a qualitative coding framework and NVIVO software for primary qualitative data analysis.
| Country: | Pakistan |
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| Location: | Sindh and Balochistan |
| Duration: | 2 months (June 9 - September 15, 2024) |
| Client: | Save The Children Pakistan |
| Address: | 3rd Floor, 66 West, Junaid Plaza, G 7/2 Blue Area, Islamabad |
| Focal Person: |
Mr. Tariq Baig M&E Department SC Email: Tariq.Baig@savethechildren.org Contact: 03464112015 |
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| Funding Source: | Save the Children International |
| PIDC Staff: |
Imtiaz Ayub (Team Lead) Saima Qadir (Child Pr/Gender Expert) Fazal Karim (Research Expert) Niaz Muhammad (Data Analyst) |
Project Description
The evaluation aimed to assess the ERADA project post-completion in 2024, focusing on Food Security & Livelihood, Child Protection, Education, WASH, and Shelter, with attention to gender dynamics and disability inclusion.
Services Provided
- Conducted endline evaluation in three districts in Sindh and Baluchistan
- Applied Mix-method research approach
- Assessed the program using both DAC and non-DAC criteria
- Performed post-KAP survey for WASH among school children
- Evaluated four thematic areas of the program
- Assessed each program log frame indicator for effectiveness
- Analyzed project performance and progress towards outcomes
- Evaluated impact on protection, survival, and recovery of targeted communities
- Focused on social behavioral changes related to WASH
- Provided comprehensive assessment of program activities and goals
- Addressed key evaluation questions related to DAC and non-DAC criteria
| Country: | Pakistan |
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| Location: | District Dadu Sindh |
| Duration: | 2 months (June 9 - September 15, 2024) |
| Client: | Islamic Relief Pakistan/Shelter Box |
| Address: | 3rd Floor, 66 West, Junaid Plaza, G 7/2 Blue Area, Islamabad |
| Focal Person: |
Nabeela Kausar Specialist Monitoring and Evaluation Email: nabeela.kausar@irp.org.pk Contact: +92 335 4535255 |
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| Funding Source: | Shelter Box UK |
| PIDC Staff: |
Imtiaz Ayub (Team Lead) Saima Qadir (Gender Expert) Fazal Karim (Research Expert) Niaz Muhammad (Data Analyst) |
Project Description
The evaluation aimed to provide evidence-based analysis, identify gaps, and offer recommendations to improve Islamic Relief's Program Management Cycle (PMC) and operations. It focused on assessing the relevance, effectiveness, and sustainability of IRP's shelter approaches, including technical evaluations and learnings from past and ongoing projects, while analyzing internal and external coordination mechanisms and evaluating the outcomes and long-term sustainability of interventions.
Services Provided
- Assessed Islamic Relief Pakistan's Flood Emergency Response in District Dadu
- Used OECD-DAC criteria tailored for emergencies
- Reviewed shelter interventions like tent distribution and cash assistance
- Identified gaps and suggested improvements for planning and implementation
- Compared current project with past interventions to assess effectiveness
- Analyzed internal and external coordination, recommending better stakeholder collaboration
- Evaluated the impact and sustainability of the response efforts
- Assessed the shift from emergency response to recovery phases
- Provided insights for enhancing future programming and organizational learning
| Country: | Pakistan |
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| Location: | Sindh, Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa |
| Duration: | 2 months (January 1 - February 31, 2024) |
| Client: | The International Foundation for Electoral Systems |
| Address: | Islamabad Stock Exchange Building Floor 11 |
| Focal Person: |
Ms. Rizwana Sadiq M&E Specialist Email: rsadiq@ifes.org |
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| Funding Source: | USAID |
| PIDC Staff: |
Fazal Karim (Team Lead) Niaz Muhammad (M&E Expert) Ms. Nidal Khan (Gender Expert) |
Project Description
The key objective was to establish accountability and results/impact measurement. The project aimed to establish benchmarks against key performance indicators, gain insights into current nutritional status and practices of children under five years and pregnant/lactating women, map relevant stakeholders for future project engagement, and identify existing gaps in health and nutrition service delivery.
Services Provided
- Developed understanding between consultant and client
- Reviewed project documents and existing publications
- Finalized survey objectives and primary research tools
- Hired and trained field enumerators
- Implemented mixed method approach for data collection
- Conducted field level monitoring and data quality assurance
- Performed data cleaning, analysis, and reporting
- Shared preliminary findings with client for clarification
- Incorporated proposed changes based on feedback
- Utilized collaborative learning to avoid duplication
- Implemented gender integration with female enumerators
- Coordinated with IRC and partners for clear communication
| Country: | Pakistan |
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| Location: | Kashmore, Sukkur, Khairpur, Ghotki and Nosheroferoze Sindh |
| Duration: | 4 months (December 15, 2023 - March 31, 2023) |
| Client: | International Rescue Committee (IRC) |
| Address: | Building no 02, Plot no، 270 Service Rd N, I-9/3 I 9/3 I-9, Islamabad |
| Focal Person: |
Mr. Rashid Khan Head of M&E Email: rsadiq@ifes.org Contact: 03009076601 |
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| Funding Source: | EU |
| PIDC Staff: |
Fazal Karim (Team Lead) Dr. Sohail (Nutrition Specialist) Alam Gul (M&E Expert) Ms. Zahida (Coordinator) |
Project Description
The key objective was to establish accountability and results/impact measurement. The project aimed to establish benchmarks against key performance indicators, gain insights into current nutritional status and practices of children under five years and pregnant/lactating women, map relevant stakeholders for future project engagement, and identify existing gaps in health and nutrition service delivery.
Services Provided
- Developed understanding between consultant and client
- Reviewed project documents and existing publications
- Finalized survey objectives and primary research tools
- Hired and trained field enumerators
- Implemented mixed method approach for data collection
- Conducted field level monitoring and data quality assurance
- Performed data cleaning, analysis, and reporting
- Shared preliminary findings with client for clarification
- Incorporated proposed changes based on feedback
- Utilized collaborative learning to avoid duplication
- Implemented gender integration with female enumerators
- Coordinated with IRC and partners for clear communication
| Country: | Pakistan |
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| Location: | Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore, Mirpukhas and Sanghar |
| Duration: | 3 months (November 2023 - January 31, 2024) |
| Client: | Norwegian Church Aid (NCA) |
| Address: | 3rd Floor, 66 West, Junaid Plaza, G 7/2 Blue Area, Islamabad |
| Focal Person: |
Mr. Majid Ali Khan Grand Manager Email: majid.ali.khan@nca.no Contact: 03215000999 |
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| Funding Source: | European Union |
| PIDC Staff: |
Imtiaz Ayub (Team Lead) Fazal Karim (Research Expert) Niaz Muhammad (Data Analyst) Ms. Nidal Khan (Gender Expert) |
Project Description
The key objective was to conduct a tracer study to assess the effectiveness of skills training provided to disadvantaged groups. The study aimed to evaluate how the training facilitated access to employment opportunities, assess the quality and relevance of technical training, and track progress toward economic empowerment of youth from low-income and vulnerable backgrounds. The project focused on various disadvantaged groups including low-income youth, individuals affected by gender-based violence, persons with disabilities, transgender individuals, and minority communities.
Services Provided
- Data collection through field visits using standardized tools
- Comprehensive desk research and review of existing data sources
- Mixed-methods approach including documentation review, surveys, KIIs, and FGDs
- Targeted quantitative research with youth TVET trainees/GBV survivors
- Qualitative research through FGDs and stakeholder KIIs
- Implementation of Document Review Framework (DRF)
- Application of Qualitative Coding Framework for data analysis
- Selection of 300 participants, proportionate by gender, trade, and district
- Conducted KIIs with government officials and NGO representatives
- Organized FGDs focusing on TVET interventions' relevance
- Implemented rigorous data quality assurance measures
- Utilized NVIVO software for qualitative data analysis
| Country: | Pakistan |
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| Location: | District Matiari Sindh |
| Duration: | September 2023 to December 2023 |
| Client: | CARE International in Pakistan |
| Address: | M3C9+PHC Hajveri Market, M3C9+HFM Plot 1-E, Street 46, Bazar 4, Sector I-8/2, Islamabad |
| Focal Person: |
Ashfaq Hussain M&E Manager Email: Ashfaq.Hussain@care.org Contact: 03432666884 |
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| Funding Source: | Australian Humanitarian Partnership (AHP) |
| PIDC Staff: |
Dr Sohail Amjad (Team Lead) Niaz Muhammad Khan (M&E Expert) Fazal Karim (Research Expert) Farzana Gul (Nutrition Specialist) |
Project Description
The baseline study aimed to establish benchmarks for project indicators as outlined in the Project Logical Framework Analysis (LFA). CARE sought to assess malnutrition severity, identify key performance indicators, and gather essential data for evidence-based decision-making, with a focus on measuring various health and nutrition indicators among children and women in the target area.
Services Provided
- Conducted field visits using standardized tools for data collection
- Performed comprehensive desk research of existing data sources
- Selected and surveyed 242 households across eight targeted UCs of Matiari
- Conducted FGDs with community stakeholders including household heads, leaders, and youth
- Assessed malnutrition prevalence in children aged 6-59 months
- Evaluated MUAC measurements for pregnant and lactating women
- Analyzed Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF) practices
- Estimated morbidity rates for common childhood illnesses
- Assessed vaccination coverage for various diseases
- Evaluated food security indicators and WASH facilities
- Identified intersectionality and causes of malnutrition
- Documented recommendations for nutrition interventions
- Monitored default rates of children in nutrition services
- Analyzed both quantitative and qualitative data
- Submitted comprehensive report to CARE International
| Country: | Pakistan |
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| Location: | Mir Ali- North Waziristan |
| Duration: | 1 Month (April 19 - May 19, 2023) |
| Client: | Women Empowerment Organization |
| Address: | House #01 Peshawar Inn Guest House Street University Road, Peshawar |
| Focal Person: |
Meena Babar CEO Email: wmnempowerment@gmail.com Contact: 03455301938 |
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| Funding Source: | NCA |
| PIDC Staff: |
Niaz Muhammad (Team Lead) Fazal Karim (M&E Expert) Illyas Gardaz (Research Expert) |
Project Description
The Market-Driven Trades Study focused on analyzing existing market trades and value chains in North Waziristan, with the aim of identifying potential opportunities for vulnerable households. The study sought to define potential markets for suggested trades, assess value addition opportunities, and identify various gaps in knowledge, input supply, technology, and market linkages.
Services Provided
- Developed inception reports with research methodology and planning
- Designed and implemented qualitative and quantitative research tools
- Conducted comprehensive field work and data analysis
- Analyzed existing market-driven trades and value chains
- Identified potential market-driven trades for vulnerable households
- Defined potential markets for suggested trades
- Assessed value addition opportunities for WEO
- Identified knowledge gaps and input supply issues
- Evaluated technology gaps and financial access challenges
- Analyzed backward and forward market linkages
- Assessed growth potential and profitability of local economic sectors
- Mapped supply and demand services in target areas
- Generated comprehensive draft and final reports
| Country: | Pakistan |
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| Location: | Mir Ali- North Waziristan |
| Duration: | 1 Month (April 1 - May 1, 2023) |
| Client: | Women Empowerment Organization |
| Address: | House #01 Peshawar Inn Guest House Street University Road, Peshawar |
| Focal Person: |
Meena Babar CEO Email: wmnempowerment@gmail.com Contact: 03455301938 |
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| Funding Source: | Malteser International |
| PIDC Staff: |
Niaz Muhammad (Team Lead) Fazal Karim (M&E Expert) Illyas Gardazu (Research Expert) Kiran Shah (Research Expert) |
Project Description
The baseline study aimed to assess the economic status and resilience of communities affected by migration, displacement, and violence in North Waziristan. The project focused on collecting detailed demographic data, identifying current community status, evaluating available services, and investigating gaps in service delivery chains across education, health, and livelihood sectors.
Services Provided
- Developed comprehensive inception reports with methodology and planning
- Designed and implemented qualitative and quantitative research tools
- Conducted thorough field work and data collection
- Assessed economic status and poverty levels in selected villages
- Collected and analyzed detailed demographic data
- Evaluated current community status and available safety nets
- Identified and assessed current project indicators
- Investigated service delivery gaps in education, health, and livelihood
- Identified potential interventions for strengthening community resilience
- Performed data entry, cleaning, and analysis
- Generated comprehensive draft and final reports
- Provided structured recommendations as per client requirements
| Country: | Pakistan |
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| Location: | Slum Areas of Islamabad and Rawalpindi |
| Duration: | 7 months (September 2022 - March 2023) |
| Client: | Pak Women Pakistan/CBM |
| Address: | House No. 5, Street No. 35, G-13/2, Islamabad |
| Focal Person: |
Azra Gul Executive Director Pak Women Email: Executivedirectorpakwomen@gmail.com Contact: 03465602472 |
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| Funding Source: | Christoffel-Blindenmission Christian Blind Mission (CBM) |
| PIDC Staff: |
Waqar Azeem (Team Leader) Niaz Muhammad (M&E Expert) Fazal Karim (Coordinator) |
| Partner: | Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) |
Project Description
The project focused on raising awareness about the rights of persons with disabilities through community theatre performances in slum areas of Islamabad and Rawalpindi. The initiative included developing training materials, conducting capacity building sessions, and organizing theatrical performances to effectively communicate disability rights messages to local communities.
Services Provided
- Developed comprehensive training manual on disability rights awareness
- Conducted Training of Trainers (TOT) for staff members
- Created and submitted detailed TOT reports
- Developed theatre scripts focusing on disability rights awareness
- Conducted 10-day training program for local actors
- Organized and performed 10 street theatre shows in target areas
- Developed and distributed IEC materials for awareness campaign
- Awarded certificates to theatre performers
- Coordinated with PNCA for technical support
- Monitored and evaluated performance impact
- Documented community feedback and engagement
- Provided comprehensive project reporting
| Country: | Pakistan |
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| Location: | Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Multan, Lodhara, Jamshoro, Hyderabad, Khanewal, Pak Pattan and Okara |
| Duration: | 2 months (November 2022 - December 2022) |
| Client: | IPAS Germany |
| Address: | Ipas – Pakistan Office, 1st Floor Hall-A, ISE Towers Islamabad |
| Focal Person: |
Amna Arshad Project Manager Email: arshada@iaps.org Contact: 03325699962 |
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| Funding Source: | IPAS Germany |
| PIDC Staff: |
Niaz Muhammad Khan (Team Lead) Fazal Karim (Research Expert) Dr. Asmat (Coordinator) Alam Gul (Data Analyst) |
Project Description
The project focused on conducting client exit interviews to assess post-abortion care services across multiple regions in Pakistan, including ICT, KP, Sindh, and Punjab. The study aimed to gather comprehensive data on service quality, client satisfaction, and areas for improvement in post-abortion care delivery.
Services Provided
- Developed sampling methodology and determined appropriate sample size
- Reviewed and translated existing Client Exit Interview tools into Urdu
- Participated in orientation sessions for project understanding
- Prepared comprehensive sampling lists for post-abortion care clients
- Proposed evidence-based improvements to existing questionnaires
- Conducted training sessions for field data collection teams
- Implemented and monitored online data collection process
- Performed data cleaning and quality assurance
- Conducted detailed data analysis
- Generated comprehensive final report
- Coordinated with IPAS team for methodology refinement
- Ensured compliance with research ethics and privacy standards
| Country: | Pakistan |
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| Location: | Slum Areas of Islamabad and Rawalpindi |
| Duration: | 2 months (February 2022 - March 2022) |
| Client: | Pak Women Pakistan/CBM |
| Address: | House No. 5, Street No. 35, G-13/2, Islamabad |
| Focal Person: |
Azra Gul Executive Director Pak Women Email: Executivedirectorpakwomen@gmail.com Contact: 03465602472 |
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| Funding Source: | Christoffel-Blindenmission Christian Blind Mission (CBM) |
| PIDC Staff: |
Asim Mushtaq (Team Leader) Niaz Muhammad (Senior M&E Specialist) Madeeha Ali (Field R Supervisor) |
Project Description
The project aimed to enhance business management skills of project staff and 1200 target beneficiaries, including youth with and without disabilities (40% women in each category). The focus was on promoting small business growth, developing marketing and business plans for micro-enterprises, assessing business plan sustainability, and supporting the rehabilitation of small businesses impacted by COVID-19.
Services Provided
- Developed research-based comprehensive modules for Master trainers and community youth
- Created modules focused on business promotion, growth, and marketing
- Facilitated business plan development for micro-enterprises
- Conducted feasibility assessments of business plans
- Evaluated sustainability of small businesses
- Supported rehabilitation of businesses affected by COVID-19
- Conducted interactive classroom training sessions
- Implemented group discussions and role-play exercises
- Developed case studies for practical learning
- Created research-based IEC materials for trainers
- Designed specialized content for youth with disabilities
- Provided ongoing support and monitoring of training effectiveness
| Country: | Pakistan |
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| Location: | Slum Areas of Islamabad and Rawalpindi |
| Duration: | 2 months (February 2022 - March 2022) |
| Client: | CBM/Pak Women Pakistan |
| Address: | House No. 5, Street No. 35, G-13/2, Islamabad |
| Focal Person: |
Azra Gul Executive Director Pak Women Email: Executivedirectorpakwomen@gmail.com Contact: 03465602472 |
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| Funding Source: | Christoffel-Blindenmission Christian Blind Mission (CBM) |
| PIDC Staff: |
Asim Mushtaq (Team Leader) Rizwana Kousar (Content Writer) Niaz Muhammad (M&E Expert) Khalid Fayyaz (Trainer) |
Project Description
The project focused on developing comprehensive training modules for Informal Saving and Loan Groups (ISLGs), including standard operating procedures for internal saving and lending through group guarantee. The initiative aimed to enhance financial literacy, record keeping, and basic business skills through interactive training sessions and capacity building of project teams.
Services Provided
- Developed comprehensive module for ISLGs standard operating procedures
- Created SOPs for internal saving and lending through group guarantee
- Conducted Training of Trainers (TOT) for project team
- Facilitated interactive classroom environment training
- Implemented participatory learning approaches
- Organized group discussions and role-play exercises
- Developed case studies for practical learning
- Created and utilized training videos
- Conducted breakout sessions for focused learning
- Developed customized training materials
- Created IEC materials aligned with project theme
- Provided ongoing support and monitoring of training effectiveness
| Country: | Pakistan |
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| Location: | Slum Areas of Islamabad and Rawalpindi |
| Duration: | 3 months (January 2022 - March 2022) |
| Client: | Pak Women Pakistan/CBM |
| Address: | House No. 5, Street No. 35, G-13/2, Islamabad |
| Focal Person: |
Azra Gul Executive Director Pak Women Email: Executivedirectorpakwomen@gmail.com Contact: 03465602472 |
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| Funding Source: | Christoffel-Blindenmission Christian Blind Mission (CBM) |
| PIDC Staff: |
Fazal Karim (Team Leader) Alam Gul (Survey Expert) Imtiaz Ayub (M&E Expert) |
Project Description
The research study focused on collecting baseline information and conducting market demand analysis for vocational skills training, particularly for young adults with and without disabilities. The project aimed to identify key technical and vocational skills, map market demands, assess training barriers for persons with disabilities, and explore self-employment opportunities through enterprise development.
Services Provided
- Developed comprehensive inception reports
- Created detailed research methodology and planning framework
- Designed qualitative and quantitative research tools
- Conducted baseline and market demand research
- Mapped vocational training institutes and assessed accessibility
- Identified self-employment opportunities through enterprise development
- Explored stakeholder linkages for sustainability
- Assessed vocational skills training requirements
- Evaluated small enterprise development potential
- Performed data entry and cleaning
- Conducted comprehensive data analysis
- Generated draft and final reports as per client requirements
| Country: | Pakistan |
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| Location: | District Nowshera and Peshawar KP |
| Duration: | 14 months (May 2021 - June 2022) |
| Client: | WEO/World Bank/GoKP |
| Address: |
House #01 Peshawar Inn Guest House Street University Road, Peshawar Phone: 0333-5108521 Email: proc.csp@gmail.com |
| Focal Person: |
Meena Babar CEO Email: wmn.empowerment@gmail.om Contact: 03455301938 |
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| Funding Source: | World Bank |
| PIDC Staff: |
Fazal Karim (Program Director) Niaz Muhammad (Data Specialist) Imtiaz Ayub (M&E Specialist) |
Project Description
The project focused on providing institutional support and technical assistance while building social capital of communities in the target districts. The initiative aimed to enhance community potential at various administrative levels (village, union council, and district) through comprehensive community mobilization and engagement strategies.
Services Provided
- Provided institutional support and technical assistance
- Built social capital of communities
- Enhanced community potential at village, UC, and district levels
- Conducted formation and orientation processes
- Organized community outreach and meetings
- Ensured inclusive community participation
- Facilitated formation of Community Development Organizations (CDOs)
- Supported establishment of new Community Based Organizations (CBOs)
- Conducted orientation sessions for PCSP project staff
- Promoted youth engagement in community development
- Implemented community mobilization strategies
- Provided ongoing technical support for project implementation
| Country: | Pakistan |
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| Location: | District Peshawar and Khyber KP |
| Duration: | 12 months (May 2020 - May 2021) |
| Client: | FINCON/World Bank/SDU/GoKP |
| Address: |
House #01 Peshawar Inn Guest House Street University Road, Peshawar Phone: 0333-5108521 Email: proc.csp@gmail.com |
| Focal Person: |
Ahsan Azam General Manager Email: mahsanazam@gmail.com Contact: 03005048504 |
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| Funding Source: | World Bank |
| PIDC Staff: |
Maqsood Jan (Team Leader) Noor Ul Islam (Deputy Team Leader) Madeeha Ali (Project Coordinator) Niaz Muhammad (Research Expert) |
Project Description
The project focused on conducting comprehensive surveys (Baseline, Midline, and End Line) and special studies to evaluate community infrastructure schemes financed by the project. The research aimed to assess community participation in civic engagement activities and evaluate the effectiveness of CSP as a response to local impacts of the CASA-1000 transmission line.
Services Provided
- Collaborated with FINCON in project design and implementation
- Designed and pre-tested research tools
- Conducted Baseline survey and planned Midline and End Line surveys
- Performed special studies as required
- Researched community infrastructure schemes by type
- Assessed community participation in citizen engagement activities
- Evaluated CSP effectiveness regarding CASA-1000 transmission line impacts
- Analyzed infrastructure schemes disaggregated by type
- Monitored community participation in project-financed activities
- Assessed household responses to CASA-1000 impacts
- Conducted comprehensive data analysis
- Generated detailed reports with findings and recommendations
| Country: | Pakistan |
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| Location: | 25 Districts of KPK |
| Duration: | 3 months (April 2017 - June 2017) |
| Client: | SEC/GovKP/E&SED |
| Address: | SEC office 304, Evacuee Trust Building F 5-1 Islamabad /E&SE near GHSS Shaheed Hasnain Sharif Peshawar |
| Focal Person: |
Abdul Wali Khan Additional Director Email: khanabdulwali74@outlook.com Contact: 091-9225344 |
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| Funding Source: | Elementary and Secondary Education, Government of KP, Pakistan |
| PIDC Staff: |
Ahsan Azam (Team Leader) Niaz Muhammad Khan (Deputy Team Lead) Fazal Karim (M&E Expert) Muhammad Ali (Data Analysis Expert) Mahwish (Researcher) |
Project Description
E&SED sourced out the project to Sarhad Rural Support Program (SRSP) for training 27,185 PTCs in 25 districts. Under this program, PTC members underwent a comprehensive four-day training program. The assessment was based on sample PTCs covering all 25 Districts of KPK, evaluating various areas of school management including community engagement, dropout retention, teaching quality, and resource management.
Services Provided
- Conducted comprehensive desk review
- Developed research tools (FGDs, Questionnaires for PTCs)
- Conducted FGDs in 25 districts
- Collected data from 1,000 PTCs Secretaries and 1,000 PTCs Chairmen
- Conducted IDIs with Local Influential and Government Education Officials
- Performed qualitative and quantitative analysis
- Assessed community efforts in bringing children to school
- Evaluated dropout retention efforts
- Analyzed teaching and learning improvements
- Assessed fund collection and utilization
- Evaluated school building maintenance and facilities
- Generated comprehensive findings and recommendations report
| Country: | Pakistan |
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| Location: | Districts Rawalpindi, Lahore, Sialkot, Pakpatan, Jang, Sargodah, Khanewal, Bahawalpur & DG Khan |
| Duration: | 3 months (April 2017 - July 2017) |
| Client: | SEC/Govt.of Punjab/PMIU |
| Address: | SEC office 304, Evacuee Trust Building F 5/1 Islamabad |
| Focal Person: |
Asim Mushtaq Director Program Email: asimmushtaq15@gmail.com Contact: 03335118634 |
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| Funding Source: | World Bank |
| PIDC Staff: |
Niaz Muhammad Khan (Team Lead) Irum Ayub (Program Manager) Sarmad Shah (Program Manager) Tariq Mehmmod Baig (Development Expert) Imran Ghafoor (Data Analyst) |
Project Description
Under the third Punjab Education Sector Program (PESP II), supported by the World Bank, this project conducted a comprehensive teacher motivation survey across Punjab. The study aimed to identify factors affecting teacher motivation and measure their impact within the current education system context.
Services Provided
- Conducted comprehensive desk review
- Developed and translated survey tools
- Created detailed survey protocols
- Deployed field teams across 9 districts
- Conducted TOT and field enumerator training
- Developed web-based monitoring system
- Collected data from 3,459 schools and 13,215 teachers
- Performed spot checks and data validation
- Developed CS Pro database
- Implemented double data entry for accuracy
- Analyzed working environment and motivation factors
- Evaluated teacher perceptions of reforms
- Generated comprehensive final report
| Country: | Pakistan |
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| Location: | Districts Bahawalnagar, Chakwal, DG Khan, Khanewal, Lahore, Lodhran, Mianwali, Muzaffargarh, Nankana Sahib, Narowal, RY Khan, Rajanpur, Rawalpindi & Toba Tek Singh |
| Duration: | 4 months (March 2017 - June 2017) |
| Client: | SEC/School Education Department/Govt. of Punjab |
| Address: | SEC office 304, Evacuee Trust Building F 5/1 Islamabad |
| Focal Person: |
Asim Mushtaq Director Program Email: asimmushtaq15@gmail.com Contact: 03335118634 |
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| Funding Source: | World Bank |
| PIDC Staff: |
Tairq Mehmood (Team Lead) Fazal Karim (M&E Specialist) Muzammil Ahmed (Data Analyst) Tayyab Jan (Public Policy Expert) |
Project Description
The project focused on third-party validation of data collected for annual schools census and private schools in Punjab. A total of 6,350 public schools and 6,743 private schools were selected across 14 districts for validation. The exercise aimed to introduce improved mechanisms for future data collection and rectify errors in previously collected data.
Services Provided
- Conducted comprehensive desk review
- Developed detailed survey protocols
- Hired and deployed teams across 14 districts
- Conducted TOTs and field enumerator training
- Developed logistics plans and web-based monitoring system
- Collected and validated data from over 13,000 schools
- Performed spot checks and data validation
- Developed CS Pro database
- Implemented double data entry system
- Reviewed and rectified existing software errors
- Verified coverage of all public schools in selected UCs
- Validated data entry accuracy in prescribed forms
- Assessed data digitization accuracy
- Reviewed reporting, analysis, and data cleansing processes
| Country: | Pakistan |
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| Location: | District Gujjar Khan, Adhi, Kashmore, Kandhkot & Dera Bugtti and Sui |
| Duration: | 3 months (February 2017 - April 2017) |
| Client: | Govt. of Pakistan/Pakistan Petroleum Limited |
| Address: | SEC office 304, Evacuee Trust Building F 5/1 Islamabad |
| Focal Person: |
Asim Mushtaq Director Program Email: asimmushtaq15@gmail.com Contact: 03335118634 |
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| Funding Source: | Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) |
| PIDC Staff: |
Niaz Muhammad (Team Lead) Illyas Gardazu (Deputy Team Lead) Irum Ayub (Program Manager) Tariq Mehmmod Baig (Social Development Expert) Fazal Karim (M&E Expert) |
Project Description
Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) commissioned an impact assessment of their social welfare interventions in health, education, livelihoods, WASH, and infrastructure sectors. The assessment aimed to evaluate the human consequences and sustainability of development interventions over the past 10 years in the project areas, and to inform PPL's future social investment strategy for community uplift around Sui, Adhi, and Kandhkot fields.
Services Provided
- Conducted comprehensive desk review
- Developed specialized assessment tools for multiple sectors
- Designed questionnaires for management, health, education, livelihoods, WASH & infrastructure
- Conducted focus group discussions in target areas
- Performed physical verification of interventions
- Conducted IDIs with PPL senior management
- Interviewed government officials
- Identified and documented success stories
- Assessed impact on company's business operations
- Evaluated sustainability of social interventions
- Analyzed community uplift initiatives
- Generated comprehensive findings and recommendations report
