Improvement of the Gostivar Water supply system project – Macedonia

Brief Description of Main Deliverables/Outputs:
The project contributes to the sustainable development of the Gostivar region, through improvement of the living conditions for the population and protection of the natural resources. This will ensure healthy living conditions and will promote the economic development of the region, such as industry and agriculture. Objectives on the project – The water supply system has improved through the construction of the needed infrastructure – The Municipality and The Public Utility of Gostivar have a strategic document – the Drinking Water Master Plan – for the future development of the water supply system and the sustainable use of the water resources. – The quality of the water supply of Gostivar and the surrounding villages has improved and the conditions for an efficient use of the water resources are created. – The conditions for the planned improvement of the water drinking system of Gostivar have improved; this also fosters the environment for investment of the commercial sector. – The project contributes to balance the regional disparity of the SECO portfolio in Macedonia.

Role on the Assignment

The Communication expert of the consultant ensured that Swiss technical assistance projects are effectively communicated, understood, and supported by all involved parties. The expert conducted the following activities and outputs:

Secured the stakeholder engagement facilitating the communication between various stakeholders, including local communities, government agencies, and international partners, to ensure everyone is aligned and informed;

Prepared and conducted the public awareness campaign. Creating content for social media, websites, and other communication channels, the expert designed and implemented campaign aimed to raise awareness about the project’s goals, progress, and benefits;

Conducted capacity building, provided training and supported local communication teams to enhance their skills and ensure sustainable communication practices are established;

Conducted monitoring and evaluation. The expert developed and implemented strategies to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of communication activities, ensuring that the project’s objectives are met;

Secured crisis communication preparing and managing communication strategies for all crises and challenges during the project, ensuring timely and effective responses;

Produced the relevant documentation and reporting documenting the project’s progress and outcomes, created reports and case studies later shared with stakeholders and used for future reference.