1. The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification in Sudan –Next Steps
FSTS Training on Food Security
Integrated Phase Classification (IPC)
25 – 27 October 2010

2. IPC Chronology in Sudan

3. Implementation Timelines –
Major Activities (Jan – Dec 2008)

4. Next Steps
This forum with further desk review and compilation of all discussion points will be an input for modifying our ‘implementation plan’
The output which will be produced from this forum will be used as a supplement to any food security information for Action
States will use these results as a spring board for their further awareness, appraisal and implementation of the IPC
While supporting the current IPC, we will continue strengthening the existing monitoring system

5. Implementation of the IPC – Phased Approach
Step I: Identifying/Establishing Tech. Groups
Stakeholder analysis - done
Formation of informal technical group within the MoAF - done
Confirmation of availability to establish partnership
Create a formal food security working group and a sub-working group dealing with IPC (sub-technical working group)
Discussion on steps to be taken for the IPC adoption

6. Next Steps
Step II: Awareness Creation and Capacity building of Core team
National level consultations with key stakeholders and decision makers
First level training of experts - as a follow up to the workshop
Preparation of Joint plan of action for the IPC analytical process
Assessment of country analytical tools to capture population needs and to inform setting of national priorities
Briefings on the use and process of the IPC for key decision makers.
Awareness creation - implicit activity of IPC

7. Implementation of the System…
Step III: Technical Training
Set up of a regional technical support group in collaboration with partner organizations
Elaboration of training material and guidelines for information analysis and management of IPC analytical process
Setting up of face to face learning modules and on-line support
Capacity and training needs analysis
Training of trainers
Training of national experts in analysis
Training of local partners at sub national level
Regular update and refreshment courses

8. Implementation of the System..
Step IV. IPC Analysis at national level – on-going
Review of documents on Sudan and related literature
Assembling of information and gap analysis
More focus on selected States and assess the use
Convening of IPC country analytical session at least twice a year
Completion of IPC evidence based analysis template.
Vetting of IPC results amongst forum of peers and decision makers.
Production and public dissemination of results

9. Implementation of the System…
Step V: Monitoring, evaluation and lesson learning
Utilize and create awareness by available forums using the current developments of IPC - New website; participating in regional forums; and acquiring backstopping service HQ and regional office
Set up of real time monitoring evaluation system with network partners
Mechanism to link national lessons learned to regional and global level analysis.

10. Implementation … Step V: Cont’d
Integration of lessons learning into technical feedback mechanism i.e. user group and online IPC platform.
Independent evaluation
Final workshop to evaluate project results and planning for future activities beyond initial project life cycle

11. Thank You