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Introduction
The SES programme, implemented between August 2021 and December 2024, aimed to strengthen the self-reliance of vulnerable populations, including refugees and host communities, across 17 provinces in Türkiye. The programme provided vocational training (VT) and applied training (AT) to equip participants with market-relevant skills and facilitate their access to sustainable employment. The programme collaborated with key public institutions, including the Turkish Employment Agency (ISKUR) and the Ministry of National Education (MoNE), as well as Chambers of Commerce and Industry, NGOs, and private sector companies. To support participants' engagement and basic needs, the programme also provided a monthly stipend during the VT phase and a salary aligned with the minimum wage during the ATP phase.
To ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of the SES programme, multiple monitoring systems were established. The MIS platform was used for output monitoring and data management, tracking key indicators such as attendance, dropouts, employment rates, and demographic information. To assess participant satisfaction, surveys were distributed via WhatsApp groups and the SES mobile app, gathering feedback from participants, trainers, and employers. Regular on-site monitoring visits were conducted to evaluate programme conditions, identify issues in implementation, and ensure compliance with field level agreemenet and WFP standards. Any issues observed or reported in on-site monitoring visits or through community and feedback mechanisms were recorded in both the Moda platform and the MEDS, Türkiye country office’s case management tool for process monitoring and complaint and feedback tracking. Conducting both baseline surveys at the start of participation and endline surveys upon graduation allowed the programme to effectively measure changes over time, capturing differences in economic conditions, access to essential needs, and perceived improvements in employment skills. Overall, these monitoring mechanisms complemented one another, providing a comprehensive evaluation of the SES programme’s impact.