Internship Report OnAGA KHAN RURAL SUPPORT PROGRAMME (NGO) (A Project of Aga Khan Foundation) Area Office Booni Chitral Haikel Jan BBA (Hons) Finance Session 2013-2017 INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES UNIVERSITY OF PESHAWAR Internship Report On AGA KHAN RURAL SUPPORT PROGRAMME (NGO) (A Project of Aga Khan Foundation) Area Office Booni Chitral This Internship Report is submitted to the Institute of Management Studies University of Peshawar. This is in accordance with the completion of Bachelors of Business Administration as regulated by Higher Education Commission of Pakistan. INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES UNIVERSITY OF PESHAWAR 2 AGA KHAN RURAL SUPPORT PROGRAMME (NGO) (A Project of Aga Khan Foundation) Internship Report (2017) By Haikel Jan BBA (hons) Roll No: 21 Session 2013-17 Intern, Finance Section Tenure (7th july10th September) AKRSP AREA OFFICE BOONI CHITRAL Address: (Regional Office Chitral): Shahi Qilla, Chitral, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. Address (Area office Booni): Near choke, main bazar, Booni, Chitral. Phone: +92 (943) 412720 / 412727 / 412736 / 412979 Fax: +92 (943) 412516 Email:
[email protected] Web: www.akrsp.org.pk 3 Acknowledgment In the name of Allah, the most merciful and beneficent First of all I would like to thank Almighty Allah who directed me in every stage of life, and who grand me strength to accomplish the best and helped me to vanquish every attempt and difficulty which I faced in pursuing my journey of getting professional education and throughout my life. I awe my deep and sincere thanks to Mr. Sardar Ayub, Regional Program Manager (RPM) AKRSP Regional office Chitral, who gave me a chance for this internship. I am very thankful to my supervisors Madam Durrnayab who gave me good assistance in preparing internship report. My gratitude goes to Sir Zahir Ali Shah Finance Officer AKRSP Area Office Booni, under his kind supervision we learned a lot from him and had a wonderful time in the organization. He was always ready to corporate with us and I am personally very impressed by his kind behavior. I also want to thank Sir Imtiaz Ahmad (Project Manager), Madam Khalida Khanum (HR/Admin Officer), Sir Shakeel Hussain (CKMO), Sir Atta ur Rahman and everyone in organization who made friendly environment in the office. Besides, I am very grateful to my Teachers: Sir Mehboob Rashid, mam Sonia Shams, Sir Saif ullah. Sir Dr. Junaid and other teachers for being ready to lend a hand to me for my education and personality grooming. In addition to this I am very pleased to my parents for their prayers, love and all kind of guidance which helped to keep my morale up during this internship. At the last I indebted all the contributed to the successful completion of my internship report. 4 LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS AKF Aga Khan Foundation AKRSP Aga Khan Rural Support Programme GBC Gilgit Baltistan and Chitral IDS Institutional Development Survey LSOs Local Support Organizations NAC Northern Areas and Chitral VOs Village Organizations WOs Women’s Organizations PM Program Manager RPM Regional program manager MER Monitoring. Evaluation and Research ID Institutional Development HR Human Resource MSMEs Micro Small and Medium Enterprise Development CPI Community personal infrastructure SDS Skill Development Specialist FC Finance Coordinator NGO Non-Government Organization SDC Swiss International Development Corporation 5 . AKRSP is a well- known and reputable non-profit. This report is an output of six weeks internship at AKRSP from July. AKRSP works in the six districts of Gilgit-Baltistan and the Chitral district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Credit. Youth Internship Programmes. AKRSP initiated “Water and Energy Security” project with financial support from Swiss agency for Development and Corporation (SDC). AKRSP’s development approach gives greater importance to the people and their abilities. Productive physical Infrastructure. In this report my focus will be more on the functions of AKRSP Regional office Chitral and Area office Booni Chitral. AKRSP offers many services like. Village Organization and Collective Savings. Marketing. In 2011. Early Child Development. Extension Trainings. Women’s Programme. Baltistan and Chitral. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This report contains comprehensive study of the finance section. 1982 with the aim of improving the quality of life of the people of Gilgit. 1. once they are organized and provided access to necessary skills and capital. Village Planning. Yarkhoon and 6 . 22 to September. Under this project water based energy has been provided to two remote villages. at Area Office of AKRSP in Booni Chitral. non-denominational and non- government organization established by the Aga khan Foundation in December. It is based on the belief that local communities have tremendous potential to plan and manage their own development. finance officers and review of the annual reports. in Chitral. and Organization’s performance. Pakistan. I also analyze the strengths. objectives. opportunities and threats of the organization on the basis of data. A salient feature of Water Energy and Security (WES) Phase 2 is that it is managed by community owned power utility companies. 7 .Laspoor. This internship report covers all aspects related to introduction of AKRSP. function. The progect installed two micro-hydels in the villages of Pawoor Yarkhoon and Raman Laspoor with the capacity of 800 KW and 500 KW respectfully. These companies are enacting their role as a leading agent for change as the will be working on ecological usage of resources in the catchment areas in the future. weakness. The practice and procedure learned during the tenure is going to be very helpful for my future. information about finance section. activities. Upon the completion of the hydro- electric infrastructure in phase 1 in March 2015 the second phase (2015- 2018) received another grand from the Government of Switzerland. I prepared this report on the basis of interviews of the staff. ......4 HR & ADMINISTRATION...5 Institutional development.. 27 1...28 8 .................................. 25 1............................................9.... 23 1...................1 NTRODUCTION........................6 Market/ Enterprise Development (ED) .................................................................................................................................................3 Objectives of AKRSP ..............................................20 1.......4 Mission Statement ...................................................................19 1............1 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ....7 AKRSP Organizational Chart .9........... 22 1... Contents 1 AKRSPin Brief .................................. 1.................................... 13 1.............................................................................................................................................. 27 1...............9.........................................................................................27 2 Structure and functions of the Finance Section........................................9 SECTIONS/DEPARTMENT OF AKRSP ..........................................................5 Vision Statement ....................................................................................................2 GENDER AND DEVELOPMENT SECTION (G & D) ...................................11...............................................................18 1.........12AKRSP Services Offered .........9.................................11 1.. 26 1.............................. 23 1....................1 Definition of NGO .......................2 My first visit at AKRSP ......................... .............................................. 17 1..........21 1..................................................... 24 1...................16 1.................................................. 25 1..............6 STRUCTURE OF AKRSP .....................................................................................8 AKRSP Core Office Organogram ......................................................................................................14 .............15 1....................10 Nature of AKRSP ..................................................................................7 FINANCE SECTION .............................................................................................................................11 Declared/approved mandate: ......22 1.................................................9..............................................3 COMMUNITY PHYSICAL INSFRASTRUCTURE (CPI) ............................................9.................9.......... ........32 3................................................... 39 5................2 AKRSP Sources and Application of Fund 1983-1993 ...........................................................................................................................................................................1 Annex...................................................................................4 ALLOCATION OF FUNDS .......... 35 4 Swot Analysis ...............................36 5 Objective of the study....................................................................................................................................................................................................3 AKRSP and Donors......................................................................................................................... 31 3.....................................................33 3........ 34 3..... 34 3............2 Structure of AKRSP Finance Section ..................29 2.......................................................... 30 3 Accounting software................1 Finance and Accounting Operations......................................................5 Practical Practices during Internship ................3 NEW KNOWLEDGE ACQUIRED ........ 37 5............................................................................................ 42 9 .......................................................................... 42 8...............................................1 Working in Finance Section................................4 PROBLEMS ENCOUNTERED ........................................................................................................................................................................................3 Financial Polices................................................................. 40 7 Recommendations.......... 42 8.................1..........................................1 Source of Funds ...................................................... 39 5........................................... 38 5...............................................1 AKRSP Organizational Chart ....................1 Duties...............................................................................2 Accomplishments................................................................................... 38 5................................................ 2..................................................................................................1.......................................................................39 6 Conclusion.................................................. 41 8 ANNEXURES DETAI............ 28 2..............................................................5 IMPACT OF THIS EXPERIENCE ON MY CAREER .......... 38 5...................... 44 8................2...........1 AKRSP Core Office Organogram ........................................................ 43 8.................2 Annex....................................................................................4......................................................................................... 8............3..................................................................................................................1 Source of funding: .......... 45 8.............................................................................................................. 47 10 ................................. 43 8...... 45 9 References................................................................................................1 Members of the AKRSP Board of Directors.....4 ANNEX .............................. 44 8................................3 Annex .......................... Chitral.1 Background of the Study The report is about AKRSP (Aga Khan Rural Support Programme). a well-known and reputable Non-Government organization a part of Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). 11 . Being students of finance.Chapter 1 INTRODUCTION 1. spend six months in finance section of AKRSP Area Office Booni. Being a final year BBA (Hons) Students. Its role and function within the organization. It is the mandatory degree requirement of the university to do six week internship at any organization. that how the finance practices are in progress? The purpose of this report document is to explain in detail about what I learnt in the finance section of AKRSP. which is playing its role in the socio economic development of the people of Gillgit-Baltistan and Chitral since 1982. Where I get know how about the organizational structure and its Environment. My main focused area is financing section of AKRSP Chitral. For this purpose I was engaged with AKRSP for the six (6) weeks as interns. In order to compete in 12 . The purpose of the study is to assess the real role. In this study we will discuss in detail about the donors and their concerns and expectations. As AKRSP is supported by different donor’s organizations and states.3 SCOPE OF THE STUDY The scope of this particular study is restrained to AKRSP Management organizational structure. attracting donors in todays like situation in which the country internal security is not that encouraging for foreigners. The objective is to identify the most appropriate aspects of finance department. performances and functions of AKRSP and to analyze the financial functions and other aspects of Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) where I worked as an Internee. Based on the different analysis. 1. The foremost objective is to gain practical Knowledge in relevant field. More especially the finance department of AKRSP is the major emphasis of this study. recommendations are made for the improvement of AKRSP’s financial management and other areas of AKRSP. 1. to know about professional environment of office and to review the existing workforce including allocation in order to make recommendations for optimizing resource allocation taking into account the current organization.2 Purpose of the Study The purpose is to understand how numerous operations are carried in the Organization of the real world. especially when the deregulation of the industry and entry of Private Telecommunication Companies is at the doorstep. It is basically the literature review. It also contains the AKRSP. In this chapter history of AKRSP is discussed in detail. resources and infrastructure to overcome the future challenges. 13 . it is essential for PTCL to upgrade its systems.4 SCHEME OF THE REPORT The report has been divided into the following sections and chapters: SECTION I Chapter 1: Introduction of the Report This chapter consists of the background of the study. In this chapter the Vision. Mission of AKRSP are discussed. SECTION II Chapter 2: Review of AKRSP This is the main body of the report. 1.the new environment. It also looks into the purpose of the study. methodology and scheme of the study. scope of the study. This gives an overall review of the AKRSP. Chapter 5: Financial Statements 14 . the information regarding major and minor expenditure of AKRSP is included. Also. Chapter 4: Finance Department of AKRSP This chapter includes the information about finance department of AKRSP. its board of directors and management. It has data about Core offices.Chapter 3: Organizational Structure This chapter comprehends details about Organizational Structure of AKRSP. also the information about finance and accounting system of AKRSP. There is organizational chart. and information about funding partners and donors of AKRSP. Regional office and Area office and describes the services AKRSP provides to the people of GBC. It discusses human resource management structure at AKRSP. it discusses functions of finance department. Details about different terms used in the financial statements are also included in this chapter. to the point. opportunities and threats faced by AKRSP. weaknesses. 15 . and practical. SECTION III Chapter 6: SWOT Analysis This chapter includes the information regarding strengths. Financial statements includes balance sheets. Profit and loss account and cash flow statement.This chapter includes the financial statements of PTCL for 3 years. These recommendations are very specific. SECTION IV Chapter 8: Findings and Recommendations Observations of the organization are conducted and on the basis of these findings suitable corrective steps are recommended. concrete. An impressive portfolio of international donors has contributed to the AKRSP for it to continue its programmes in the GBC region. The initial overall objectives of AKRSP were to double the per capita income of local communities in GBC and develop a practical rural development model which could be replicated in Pakistan and other countries. non-profit company. AKRSP’s development approach gives greater importance to the people and their abilities.Chapter 2 HISTORY OF AKRSP 2. To achieve these major objectives. the Canadians are most notable. staying with it from the start to the present. and raising women’s participation in developmental activities. Among them. 16 .1 History of AKRSP The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme is a private. developing local institutional capacities. once they are organized and provided access to necessary skills and capital. It was established in 1982 with a mandate to focus on income generation in collaboration with government departments. 1982 to help improve the quality of life of the villagers of Gilgit Baltistan and Chitral. It is based on the belief that local communities have tremendous potential to plan and manage their own development. AKRSP set itself the specific objectives of reducing poverty. established by the Aga Khan Foundation in December. The AKRSP has focused on the creation of the LSOs which cater to the evolving needs and aspirations of the people of GBC. By 1993 it had set a firm foot in the Astore district of GB. AKRSP has organized village organizations (VOs) and women’s Organizations (WOs) in NAC region. organizing resources so that the company itself progressively withdraw from the project areas. It has meanwhile branched out into bringing the youth into the fold of development.elected bodies. In 1983 it extended to Chitral and in 1986 it penetrated into Baltistan. as local structures a regradually developed to sustain the development process. 17 . It started its activities in 1982 in the Gilgit region. AKRSP is expected to perform as a catalyst for rural development. AKRSP works in the six districts of Gilgit-Baltistan and the Chitral district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. national and international development agencies and commercial institutions. AKRSP has also implemented various training programmes to build and enhance the capacities of the community organizations to collectively manage village development programmes on a sustainable basis. work for betterment of humanity in all walks of life irrespective of race.2. advocate and monitor policies and encourage political participation through provision of information. religion. They also serve as early warning mechanisms and help. environment or health. While most of the NGOs work at the grass-root level with the communities. monitor and implement international agreements. such as human rights. which is organized on a local. NGO perform a variety of services and humanitarian functions. national or international level. bring citizen concern to governments. Task oriented and driven by people with the common interest. Some focus on humanitarian assistance and some on poverty alleviation. area and faith. some provides analysis and expertise.2 Definition of NGO A non-government organization (NGO) is a non-profit voluntary citizen’s group. NGO according to their charter. Some are organized around specific issues. 18 . elected bodies. In addition. as local structures are gradually development process. The seed money for AKRSP was provided by the Aga Khan Foundation. 19 . It’s also expected to assist other agencies in promoting social sector programs AKRSP is expected to perform as a catalyst for rural development. the food Foundation. the US agency for International Development Department and Northern Areas Council. The Government of the Netherlands. and it now contributes roughly 25% of AKRSP’s budget. organizing resources so that the company itself can progressively withdraw from the project area. The balance is made up of contributions by donors such as the Swiss International Development Corporation (SDC).2. Albert Agency for International Development. national and international development agencies and commercial institutions. AKRSP’s agriculture credit programme is donated by Habib Bank Limited and the National Development Finance Corporation. OXFAM. It was established in 1982 with a mandate to focus on income generation in collaboration with government departments.3 Nature of AKRSP AKRSP is a NGO. the Overseas Development Administration of the UK. formed by AKF to help improve the quality of life of the people of northern Pakistan. the Canadian International Development Agency. Market Development/value chain development 2. Abdul Malik. youth and Poverty 20 . II. General Manager AKRSP. Following are the development areas: 1. Productive Infrastructure. I. Social Development. AKRSP aim is the development of remote areas in GBC. Gender. II.AKRSP is led by Mr. Institutional Development. I. Economic Development. Develop a practical rural development model which could be replicated in Pakistan and other countries. The appropriate form of these support institutions is still being investigated. but it seems likely that they will include a federation of VOs (to provide training.2. To increase the employment opportunities of the rural populations of the areas in which they operate. The creation of physical infrastructure designed to increase incomes and employment opportunities. of a series of local institutions to sustain these VOs and to assume the functions currently being undertaken by AKRSP. 21 . The creation of village organizations (VOs) and. technical assistance and supervision) and a development finance company. ultimately. to serve as an initial focus for the activities of the VOs and to improve the management of the natural resource base.4 Objectives of AKRSP Double the per capita income of local communities in GBC. 2017.2. The staffs were really encouraging.4 Vision Statement An empowered.5 Mission Statement Aga Khan Rural Support Program works to improve the living standards of the people in the remote areas of underdeveloped and developing countries. 1. I was keen to know about AKRSP. better productivity from the agriculture lands. At first day I meet with some of the staffs. before that I had just heard about AKPSP. It was first day there. equitable.4 My first visit at AKRSP I joined Aga Khan Rural Support Programme Area Office Booni Chitral (AKRSP) on 22July. 1. through clean energy production and many other projects. socially cohesive economically and prosperous society. We had a little introduction with each other. AKRSP attains these objectives through its different projects like women empowerment. Rest of the day I spent with Sir Zahir Ali Shah (Finance Office) in his office. 22 . women entrepreneurships. These sector-specific heads are called Programme Managers while the regional heads are called Regional Programme Manager (RPM). 23 . The BODs is represented by members from the target community. government institutions. There are other professionals and support staff at all the three levels of the management structure. The regional Programme team consists of 50-70 professional and support staff and a Regional Programme Manager heads the regional office and Area Manager heads the Area office.1 STRUCTURE OF AKRSP The entire programme is directed by a Board of Directors led by a Chairman. The management of AKRSP consists of the core management and regional management teams. The regional management teams consist of section managers. The General Manager (GM) is the overall head of the organization with a team of professionals for each development sector. academia. specialists from developmental organizations and the corporate sector. project managers and area managers.Chapter 3 ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCHTER AND HIERARCHY 3. P. headed by General Manager. Box 506. Serena Business Complex.2 Liaison Office of AKRSP AKRSP Liaison office is located in Level Nine. Beside there are Regional Offices and Area Offices like. Registered Office 5th Floor.O. Karachi. Khayaban-e-Suhrawardy. Chitral.3. opposite Convention Centre. Jutial. Pakistan Regional Programme Office – Chitral Shahi Qilla. Pakistan 24 . Islamabad. Gilgit. Gilgit. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Pakistan. Jubilee Insurance House. Gilgit-Baltistan. Pakistan Head Office – Gilgit Babar Road. Chandigarh Road. Pakistan. Regional Programme Office – Gilgit Noor Colony. Pakistan Area Offices Area offices Booni Chitral Area Offices Astore Area Offices Gizer Area Offices Hunza Area Offices Ghanche 25 .Regional Programmr Office – Baltistan Satpara Road. Gilgit-Baltistan. Skardu. 3 AKRSP Management Structure 26 .3. 3.4 Core Office Organogram 27 . 3.5 AKRSP BOARD OF DIRECTORS Azizuddin Bolaani Chairman AKRSP Board Javed Iqbal Vice Chairman Shoaib Sultan Khan Member Akhtar Iqbal Chief Executive Officer AKF Ajeeba Aslam Member Abdul Jehan Member Bibi Sultana Buharnuddin Member 28 Muhammad Zaheer Member Nusrat Nasab Member Faizan Ajanee Ex Officio Muzaffar Uddin CEO AKRSP Nawab Ali Khan Ex Officio Thomas Austin Ex Officio Zariff Badruddin Ex Officio 29 3.4 SECTIONS/DEPARTMENT OF AKRSP In this chapter we analyze AKRSP geographical locations and organization structure, the various sections of AKRSP (departments). AKRSP works at different levels in all districts of GBC. Raising the incomes and quality of life’s of 106 million poor people in the backward areas of GBC. 1. Development institutional and technical models for equitable development. 2. Evolving sustainable. Long-term strategies for productive management of natural resources. For achieving these three objective AKRSP develops three broad programs includes. 1. Social Development. 2. Resource Development. 3. Market Development 30 3.5 HR & ADMINISTRATION HR and Administration are a single section and have a crucial role in the organization. HR perform the function of Hiring, Training, Apprising, Compensation, decorum and other activities. In the other hand Administration enabling environment for multiple diverse hierarchies to insure day to day operations, logistical facilitation, events meeting, works shops facilitating faculties to group and individual official, office maintenance and coordination with stakeholders. 3.6 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AKRSP in this particular area have always focused on creating income generation and job opportunities through diversification of economy, value addition, introduction of new technologies and improved acceptance of private business as for to sustainable livelihoods. Initially it was called “market section” then “enterprise development” and now “economic development”. This is because of the changing needs and requirements in the field of micro, small and medium enterprises development (MSMEs). 1. Women entrepreneurship development. 2. Agri-business development. 3. Gems sector development. 31 7 GENDER AND DEVELOPMENT SECTION (G & D) Since from the beginning. There is growing recognition of inequalities and unleveled playing field for women that call for the affirmative actions and creation of conditions to avail equal opportunities. protective works and water supply schemes. 3. girls and boys have equal opportunities to make choices where they can live together with dignity as valued members of their families and communications.3. AKRSP follows gender and development approach as it as considers promoting equality between men and women for inclusive development.8 COMMUNITY PHYSICAL INSFRASTRUCTURE (CPI) Community physical infrastructure is also called engineering section that involves in the constructions of community infrastructure projects. it signifies the aspiration to work towards a society where there is freedom from poverty. However. AKRSP spends lot of sums in improvement of infrastructure of GBC. links roads. and women and men. 32 . The major project includes irrigation projects. other NGOs and Government departments.1 Institutional Capacity Building and Networking Institutional capacity building and networking works with LSOs.3.9. financial awards. leadership development programs.9.9 Institutional Development This section has crucial role in AKRSP.2 Youth development Youth development is sub component of ID that deals with youth organization and youth itself through programs like internships. 33 . This aim foster development through local institutions. This section further divide into two component 3. 3. private. and NGO sector should develop partnerships and linkage among themselves to meet their demand for service. AKRSP first identifies demand for missing products and services and then searches for competitive service providers within the program area in Pakistan. To further excel this process. AKRSP has been working with the service providers to improve supply side conditions and with the service recipients to improve demand side conditions in markets. and this growing demand suggests that civil society. public. The demand for business development services in the program area has been growing.11 Market/ Enterprise Development (ED) AKRSP has developed the current market development approach based on the lessons learned from its previous programs of marketing and enterprise development implemented in the entire region.3. 34 . 12 AKRSP Services Offered The following services offered by AKRSP Youth Internship Programmes Early Child Development Village Organization and Collective Savings Productive physical Infrastructure Credit Extension Tanning Marketing Women’s Programme Village Planning 35 .3. 4.Chapter 4 AKRSP DIFFERENT PROGRAMMES 4. The project provided hydro-power based energy and installed two micro-hydels in the villages of Pawoor (800 KW) and Raman (500 KW). These LSOs take on a multi-sector agenda in partnership with a wide array of partners including the local government departments. LSOs are increasingly taking on a development agenda that goes beyond the traditions. 36 . The project also introduced an institutional reform by targeting village-owned power utility companies (PUCs).1 Renewable Energy Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) initiated the project “Water and Energy Security” in 2011 with financial support from the Swiss Agency of Development Cooperation in Pakistan for Yarkhun and Laspoor valleys of East Chitral District. majority of whom have come together to establish more than 60 Local Support Organizations as their representative institutions.1.1 ECONOMIC PILLAR AKRSP has built a strong foundation of people’s institutions. comprising more than 3700 Village and Women Organizations. They shall not only be accountable for the supply electricity in upgraded and expanded small grids. a 2nd phase (2015 – 2018) received another grant from the Government of Switzerland. but shall also care about an ecological use of the surrounding resources in adjacent catchment areas. while protecting them simultaneously and efficiently against the natural hazards. 37 . 2015-2018) aims to increase economic – ecological development opportunities through utilization of electricity in Yarkhun and Laspoor Valley. The project will also focus on equal participation of every fragment of the society (men. thus mitigating risks for natural disasters.Upon termination of the hydro-electrical infrastructure in Phase I. fisheries and off-farm gender responsive business opportunities in both valleys. The Water and Energy Security through Micro Hydel Project (WES MHP-II. The strategy for Phase II is based on community-owned Power Utility Companies in both valleys as the leading stakeholder. The objectives of the project are to stimulate sustainable livelihood options for surrounding households. young girls/boys and elderly) to be equally involved and take benefit from the intervention. women. The project induces complementary incentive schemes to stimulate more ecological agriculture.200 households directly from electricity along with extended project interventions. The project benefits approximately 2. Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) Project Duration: 3 Years (August 2014 – November 2017) Geographic Focus: All 24 Union Councils of Chitral District Objectives To provide the communities with access to clean and renewable energy for domestic and commercial purposes To promote productive use of energy for generating income opportunities for the rural households To reduce socio-economic disparities through an efficient use of hydro-power energy and a better protection against water-induced natural disasters.000 households in the district Generate 8. Key Targets Construction of 57 Micro-Hydro and Mini-Hydro Projects (MHPs) mostly in peripheral villages and Off-Grid Areas of Chitral covering more than 15.Funded by: Government of KP.2 Megawatts Electricity for domestic and productive use Formation and strengthening Local Community Based Power Utility Companies 38 . PPAF. 200 households another (500 KW) is near completion in Shoghore (Garam Chashma) Two Local Power Utility Companies Formed (Functioning).730 households (222.Key Achievements Two micro-hydro units (Yarkhun 800 KW and Laspur 500 KW) successfully commissioned providing electricity to 2. another is in progress 55 Project are registered with UNFCCC as a CDM (The World Bank) projects 147 AKRSP’s constructed projects in GBC with total generating capacity of 13.5 Megawatts provides electricity to 27.000 individuals) AKRSP’s approach and achievements in renewable energy sector have justifiably won the prestigious Ashden Award and the Global Development Network’s Japanese Award for Most Innovative Development Project 39 . monitoring and grant management being the Executing Agency. All the four components of the project are designed to be mutually reinforcing and interactive as to most effectively achieve long term.1. The project is being implemented 40 . sustainable results at scale.4.2 Satpara Development Project Satpara Development Project (SDP). (ii) Enhanced Productivity of Higher Value Horticulture and Dairy Products. (iii) Enhanced Processing and Marketing Capacity of the Area. with financial portfolio of US$ 20 million. and (iv) Creation of an Enabling Environment for the Agriculture Sector to Grow. the Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) is responsible for most of the project activities and directly implement in the field while Aga Khan Foundation Pakistan (AKF-P) is responsible for implementation of larger activities and is also responsible for inter-agency coordination. it bears the ultimate responsibility for project results and reporting to USAID. is a five-year (05) Project designed to maximize the impact of Satpara Dam Project on the people living within the command area of Right and Left Bank Canals of the Satpara Dam which was completed earlier with a US$ 27 million funding from people of United States of America through USAID. In terms of program implementation. SDP will contribute to this ultimate objective through four complementary components: (i) Efficient Use of On-Farm Irrigation Water. Objectives To increase on-farm water use efficiency. agro-productivity and agro-marketing facilities within the command area of the Satpara Dam Irrigation Scheme in order to provide income generating and employment opportunities. Funded by: USAID. increasing employment and reducing rural poverty by 20 per cent over the next 5 years in Satpara Development Project Area.000 households in Skardu 41 .within the command area of LBC and RBC of the Satpara Dam in Skardu town between the villages of Hoto Ranga in the West and Thorgo Bala in the East with Skardu Town in the middle. Government of USA Project Duration: 5 Years (March 2012-March 2017) Geographic Focus: Skardu (command area of right and left bank canals of the Satpara Dam) Goal: To increase agricultural GDP growth by two-thirds (assuming a baseline annual growth rate of 3 per cent).000 acres of land benefiting 12. Key Targets Provide efficient irrigation to more than 15. 42 . 500 farmers trained in fruit processing skills. 27 commercial fruit orchards. 175 passive solar greenhouses constructed and 50 dehydration units have been provided to awardees. Organize farmers into 137 Water User’s Association for efficient management of newly developed irrigation system Enhance productivity of High-Value Horticulture and Dairy Products by training 700 producers/farmers Strengthen local market economy by creating 4850 jobs Key Achievements 18 main channels and 150 tertiary channels completed. And One milk processing unit and one yogurt processing unit established Artificial insemination services have been established in partnership with private and public sector and over 3000 successful cases have been reported. 06 mother fruit nurseries established and in year 2016 over 12 thousand certified fruit trees will be available for sale. 130 water users associations and 40 Farmer enterprise groups have been formed. 12 vegetable farms have been establish. marketers and final consumers. Additionally. The project targets all the stakeholders in the gems sector. coordination meetings and awareness session are being conducted prior to initiating target activities. improving design and product development and developing the market for the final products. A baseline study on the gems and jewellery sector was conducted and preliminary training provided towards a needs assessment on safe mining. currently ongoing. AKRSP initiated the project “Gilgit-Baltistan – The Jewel of Pakistan: Developing a Sustainable Value Chain in the Gems and Jewelry Sector in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral”. upgrading technology and skills for processing and value addition. The project is preceded by a thorough research of the value chain. Funded by: European Union (EU) Project Duration: 34 months: (June 2013 – March 2016) Geographic Focus: Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral 43 . The objective of the project is to develop a sustainable value chain in the gems and Jewelry sector in GBC by improving the mining situation.4.3 Gems & Jewelry Project In 2013.1. including miners. from mine to market. processors. Objectives To develop a sustainable value chain for Gems and Jewellery sector in Northern Pakistan Project Key Targets Basic and advanced training for more than 1500 in cutting. polishing and jewellery making Strengthening market based services Performance improvising and strengthening of competitiveness Upgrading skills and introduction and use of new technology Improving national and international Key Achievements 190 individuals (22 men and 168 women) were trained in basic Gems cutting and another 233 individuals (39 men and 194 women) were trained in advance Gems cutting and polishing. 44 . 174 individuals (155 young women and 19 women) were trained in jewellery making and 22 men were trained in gemstone valuation. Assessment of mining situation conducted with identification of issues and provision of strategic guidelines for developing artisanal mining practices in GBC 45 . 858 miners including 20 women were trained in improved mining practices. 9 lead enterprises were supported from across GBC in acquiring appropriate technology to enhance production capacity. culture and sceneries and a catalogue on gemstones of Gilgit region and distributed 1. Video documentary of “Gilgit-Baltistan the Jewel of Pakistan” to highlight the natural resource.000 copies. Supported Government Tourism Department to organize two national level exhibitions. 11 service providers from across GBC were provided with Technical Assistance Support. Three service providers were supported in advanced technology. EELY contributes to this ultimate outcome through two complementary components: youth employability and youth engagement and leadership. The expected intermediate outcome result or slogan of employability component is Increased and more equitable employability of young men and women in Gilgit- Baltistan and Chitral. Global Affairs Canada (Formerly DFATD) and the Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) Canada. The youth employability component seeks to enhance professional skills development and enterprise support services.1. It recognizes that youth have a critical role to play in determining the future of Gilgit‐ Baltistan and Chitral (GBC).4. The expected immediate outcome results of this component are as follows: Sustainable improvement in quality. outreach and relevance of skill development services (technical. The programme aims to increase engagement of youth as productive and full members of federally administered Gilgit-Baltistan region and district Chitral in Kyber Pukhtukhwa. 46 .4 Enhanced Employability & Leadership for Youth The Enhancing Employability and Leadership for Youth (EELY) Program is a six-year initiative of the Aga Khan Rural Support Program (AKRSP) and the Aga Khan Foundation funded by the Government of Canada. 000 youth of GBC 47 . Objectives To enhance professional and technical skills as well as support youth centric enterprise development. vocational and entrepreneurial) for young men and women Sustainable and more equitable integration of economic actors into effective market systems to improve youth livelihoods Funded by: GAC. Canada Project Duration: 6 Years (March 2011.600 youth Indirect beneficiaries: 126.March 2017) Geographic Focus: All Districts of Gilgit-Baltistan and district Chitral of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Goal: To improve the socio-economic conditions of young men and women in Gilgit Baltistan and Chitral (GBC). Government of Canada and Aga Khan Foundation. Key Targets Outreach of employability and employment: 24. Over 1500 Youth provided TVET skills and placement opportunities Over 900 young men and women received internship in collaboration with government and private sector institutions 2.500 Youth received training on Young Community Leadership (YCLDP) 48 .org. 5. the first of its kind in the region.pk).100 Youth received Life Skill Training and another 2.Key Achievements Completed a comprehensive Labour Market Assessment for the Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral regions in collaboration with government.000 Youth trained in entrepreneurship 300 Youth received start up Micro-Challenge Award to implement social and business ideas Created the electronic youth portal for the Gligit- Baltistan and Chitral region (www. skills development and leadership opportunities.gbcyouth. which provides youth with access to information on employment. 5.000 youth (over 70% women) mobilized to take membership of 320 Community Based Saving Groups (CBSGs) Ongoing support to over 50 Local Support Organizations (LSOs) for sustainability and implementing youth specific programs at union council level Provided need based support to GB and district Government in Chitral to development and implement youth programs and policies Support provided to GB Government to implement Diamer Youth Development Program through Diamer Poverty Alleviation Programme (DPAP) 49 .600 Youth received services from supported Youth Organizations (YOs) 5. Ghizer and Chitral Goal: To reduce inter valleys depravities in terms of economic opportunities and address ultra-poverty in the region Objectives To enhance and sustain the livelihoods and well-being of poor and vulnerable communities in target areas through provision of assets.5 Livelihood Enhancement & Protection Funded by: Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund (PPAF) Project Duration:2 Years (April 2012 – June 2016) Geographic Focus: District Skardu.277 poor and vulnerable families 50 .4. support and marketable skills to ultra-poor households. To increase purchasing capacity of poorest households for social sector services and basic needs. Key Targets Identify the poor households through wealth ranking exercise in GBC Reach out to 5. resources.1. 113 trainees.865.260) 140 physical infrastructure projects were constructed benefiting 8406 poor households (link roads. bridges and drinking ware supply schemes) Livelihood trainings to 3. pipe irrigation. Construct productive physical infrastructure projects for poor households Key Achievements Assets transferred to 4.963. (GB: 2. Chitral: 1. Chitral: 248) 51 . water courses.390 ultra and vulnerable poor families (GB: 2. 4. 52 . irrigation and land development projects). donors and the private sector actors to increase the scope and outreach of services for their member communities. 4.2.1 Local Support Organisations AKRSP supported community organizations. democratic. there 75 LSOs across Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral that are forging direct partnerships with government departments.g. are now federating at the union council level to establish Local Support Organization (LSOs). Currently.2 SOCIAL PILLER Sustained improvements in the quality of life GBC’s population hinges upon inclusive economic growth and shared employment opportunities. which have established patterns of local governance that are participatory. local development partners. and improving farming skills have been instrumental in this regard by increasing farm surplus and incomes from the once subsistence farming sector. promoting agricultural productivity. transparent and accountable to their members. AKRSP’s efforts in developing economic infrastructure (e. roads. Eidgah 39 34 73 Astore Total 130 117 247 Chitral Ayun and Valleys Development Programme 68 31 99 Biyar Local Support Organisation 74 67 141 Broghil & Yarkhun Local Support Organisation 26 25 51 (BYLSO) Drosh Area Development Programme 32 25 57 Garamchashma Area Development Organisation 78 80 158 Hindukush Area Rural Support Organisation 57 43 100 53 .DISTRICT-WISE LIST OF LOCAL SUPPORT ORGANISATIONS (LSOs) AS OF DECEMBER 2015 District LSO Full Name VO WO Total V/WOs Astore Asora Rural Support Programme 31 30 61 Deosai Rural Support Programme 31 28 59 Kohisar Rural Support Organisation 29 25 54 Rama Rural Support Programme. 557 54 . Integrated Chitral Development Programme 47 36 83 Karimabad Area Development Organisation 47 46 93 Khow Local Support Organisation 67 25 92 Koh Integrated Development Programme 53 35 88 Laspur Area Rural Support Organisation (LARSO) 49 64 113 Purposeful Utilization of Natural Assets and 27 41 68 Resources (PUNAR) LSO Qurambara and Shandur Area Development 34 39 73 Organisation Razdan Area Development Organisation 47 34 81 Shishikoh and Madaklasht Area Development 21 6 27 Programme (SMADP) Society for Arkari Valley Endeavors (SAVE) LSO 38 38 76 Terich Area Local Support Organisation (TALSO) 15 15 Terichmir Area Development Organisation (TADO) 32 17 49 Upper Torkhow Development Network 62 31 93 Chitral Total 874 683 1. Ghanche Daghoni/Balghar Local Support Organisation 23 24 47 Frano Local Support Organisation 15 15 30 Khaplu Local Support Organisation 31 27 58 Siksa Local Support Organization 24 22 46 Thaghas Local Support Organisation 14 15 29 Thalley Local Support Organisation 17 22 39 Ghanche 124 125 249 Total Ghizer Al-Karim Development Organisation 22 17 39 Al-Shams Yasin Proper LSO 16 18 34 Best Town Local Support Organisation 14 14 28 Chatorkhand Local Support Organisation 18 10 28 Gupis Rural Support Programme (GRSP) 22 19 41 Hillbush Women Local Support Organisation 13 17 30 Kuramber Local Support Organisation 15 12 27 55 . Hundur 21 24 45 Thoi Development Organisation. Phunder Local Support Organisation 24 20 44 Proper Ishkoman Development Organisation 22 17 39 Sangam Local Support Organisation 15 9 24 Shandur Local Support Organisation 18 19 37 Sherqilla Local Support Organisation 13 14 27 Silgan Local Support Organisation. Danyore Zulfiqarabad Area Development Organisation (ZADO) 14 10 24 56 . Thoi 25 17 42 Ghizer Total 258 227 485 Gilgit Dubani Development Organisation 25 10 35 Haramosh Development Organisation 22 25 47 Nomal Local Support Organisation 22 13 35 Rahimabad Local Support Organization 9 11 20 Village & Women Organisation Development 23 34 57 Company. Hunza 13 13 26 Mountain Area Support Organisation 4 12 16 Shinaki Area Development Organisation 15 14 29 Hunza Total 106 114 220 Kharmang Mehdiabad Local Support Organisation 28 27 55 Saspolo Local Support Organisation 19 17 36 Kharmang 47 44 91 Total 57 .Gilgit Total 115 103 218 Hunza Altit Rural Support Organisation. Ahmadabad 14 12 26 Baltit Rural Support Organisation 12 12 24 Chipurson Local Support Organisation 13 11 24 Ganish Development Organisation 3 6 9 Gojal Rural Support Organisation 17 15 32 Golden Jubilee Organisation for Local Development 15 19 34 (GOLD) Haiderabad Rural Support Organisation. Nagar Broshal Rural Support Programme. Hoper 11 8 19 Rakaposhi Development Organisation 11 17 28 Rakaposhi Local Support Organisation. Nagar 24 28 52 Shainbar Rural Support Organisation 33 42 75 Nagar Total 79 95 174 Shigar Basha Local Support Organisation 14 8 22 Braldo Local Support Organisation 15 13 28 Marapi Shigar Local Support Organisation 19 19 38 Markunja Local Support Organisation 13 14 27 Shigar Total 61 54 115 Skardu Chunda Local Support Organisation 24 22 46 Kachura Basho Local Support Organisation 39 13 52 KSAN Local Support Organisation 48 33 81 Mendi Local Support Organisation 21 8 29 Serman Local Support Organisation 25 14 39 58 . 263 5.960 55. MEMBERSHIPS AND COVERED HOUSEHOLDS AS OF DECEMBER 2015 Region/Districts No.741 3.431 7.2 Village and Women Organisations DISTRIC-WISE VILLAGE/WOMEN ORGANISATIONS.991 Ghanche 251 218 469 10.2.074 1.832 2.634 Kharmang 149 91 240 4.517 10.815 4.568 6.562 35. of Total Men Women Total Covered VOs WOs V/WOs Members Members Members Households Baltistan 939 623 1.621 35.661 19.385 59 . of No. Shagari Kalan Local Support Organisation 37 18 55 Skardu Development Foundation (SDF) 29 44 73 Stak Local Support Organisation 38 19 57 Support and Development Association (SADA) 19 8 27 Hussainabad Skardu Total 280 179 459 Grand Total 2.949 17. 064 121.446 11.654 15.107 34.910 Gilgit 967 855 1.462 5.566 Skardu 376 203 579 14.980 7.649 20.350 92.886 42.455 205.964 113.629 7.447 Nagar 126 128 254 7.Shigar 163 111 274 5.893 2.962 22.725 8.509 84.822 49.680 35.263 8.962 22.406 Chitral 987 693 1.519 Grand Total 2.145 58.492 12.139 14.638 Gilgit 235 199 434 11.325 7.317 22.416 29.970 4.374 10.030 15.145 58.107 34.680 35.236 42.281 3.618 Ghizer 300 261 561 14.671 6.762 60 .639 Hunza 116 124 240 7.490 7.171 5.910 Chitral 987 693 1.861 Astore 190 143 333 8.544 5.297 14. resources. b) social poverty traps and. support and marketable skills to ultra-poor households.4. funded by Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund (PPAF) for the period of April 1st 2012 to August 2014. The experience of AKRSP suggests that the poorest and most marginalized families within a community often tend to be excluded from the development process.3 Livelihoods Enhancement and Protection AKRSP implemented Livelihood Employment & Enterprise development project (LEED). each requiring a 61 . The poorest in GBC essentially fall into three categories: a) people who live in spatial poverty traps. The overall objective of the project was to enhance and sustain the livelihoods and well-being of poor and vulnerable communities in target areas through provision of assets. including the bulk of financial services designed for poorest groups.2. A broader objective was to test targeted interventions in the economic sector to increase purchasing capacity of poorest households for social sector services and basic needs. c) personal poverty traps. including 5 months no cost extension period. 000 m. depending entirely on natural resources for their livelihoods. The second group includes households with very little land resources and other assets. those with large families with no education and skills. etc. divorced women with no children and hence no claim to assets. and often growing just one crop. The poor in the first category are those living in remote and isolated valleys. Ghizer and Chitral Goal: To reduce inter valleys depravities in terms of economic opportunities and address ultra-poverty in the region Objectives To enhance and sustain the livelihoods and well-being of poor and vulnerable communities in target areas through provision of 62 .200 m and 3. which is also often risky. Funded by: Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund (PPAF) Project Duration: 2 Years (April 2012 – June 2016) Geographic Focus: District Skardu. at altitudes between 1. indebted families and women headed households.different approach. The third group includes people with physical and mental disabilities. and socially excluded individuals owing to a variety of stigmas. Key Targets Identify the poor households through wealth ranking exercise in GBC Reach out to 5.4 Enhancing Employability & Leadership for Youth To strengthen the engagement of youth leaders (both men and women) in partnership with state and civil society institutions and support programs and policies that improve conditions of youth in GBC Funded by: Foreign Affairs. assets. Canada (AKFC) 63 .277 poor and vulnerable families Construct productive physical infrastructure projects for poor households 4. Trade and Development Canada (DFATD) and the Aga Khan Foundation. resources. To increase purchasing capacity of poorest households for social sector services and basic needs.2. support and marketable skills to ultra-poor households. gbcyouth. skills development and leadership opportunities.org. 64 .000 Youth trained in entrepreneurship 300 Youth received start up Micro-Challenge Award to implement social and business ideas Created the electronic youth portal for the Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral region (www.Project Duration: 6 Years (March 2011.March 2017) Geographic Focus: All Districts of Gilgit-Baltistan and district Chitral of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Goal: To improve the socio-economic conditions of young men and women in Gilgit Baltistan and Chitral (GBC) Key Targets Outreach of leadership and institutional development: 29. which provides youth with access to information on employment.400 youth Indirect beneficiaries: 126.000 youth of GBC Key Achievements Over 900 young men and women received internship in collaboration with government and private sector institutions 2.pk). 5.100 Youth received Life Skill Training and another 2.000 youth (over 70% women) mobilized to take membership of 320 Community Based Saving Groups (CBSGs) Ongoing support to over 50 Local Support Organizations (LSOs) for sustainability and implementing youth specific programs at union council level Provided need based support to GB and district Government in Chitral to development and implement youth programs and policies 65 . 5.500 Youth received training on Young Community Leadership (YCLDP).600 Youth received services from supported Youth Organizations (YOs) 5. 66 . Bank payment voucher and journal 67 . payrolls. control of credit and overall audit of organization. prepared cheques. This means that it is meant to serve public interest. The Account and finance Section used this software to record the daily transactions and generates finance reports for the use of management. Which is responsible for entire actions of Finance concerns. 2.11 Declared/approved mandate: As declared at the time of declaration AKRSP is limited as public company. The Finance Coordinator/officers are usually involved in making General ledger. Structure and functions of the Finance Section Finance section is governed by Finance Manager of AKRSP.1 Finance and Accounting Operations The organization is using an accounting software iScala. And also performing the function of bookkeeping. 1.FINANCE SECTION Finance section involves the allocation of budget and expenditure throughout the organization. 2. iScala is an online Accounting software. And the Finance Coordinator has also position in the organization which is highly answerable for reporting all the financial matters to Finance Manager. This software is only possessed by AKF.vouchers. It is online record software and it can produce highly accurate record of organization. iScala is a unique and rare software. 2.2 Structure of AKRSP Finance Section 68 . 2.3 Financial Polices I am not going to present the financial polices of AKRSP because it is a confidential documents of the organization therefore we will just look on over the theme of policies in key points. • Bank accounts are closed and opened after approval of BODs. • External audit is conducted annually and mandatory by law as per Companies’ Ordinance 1984. • Separate bank accounts are maintained for projects run in AKRSP. • Internal audit is also conducted but on the need basis of the sections. • Crossed Cheques are issued to vendors for amount higher than 5000. 69 . • Financial period of AKRSP starts on the 1st January and closes on 31st December. • Financial policies are made by the Board of AKRSP and it has the sole authority to bring amendments in it. To use iScala we have to make an id because it can be use through internet. Accounting software Z-loader was in practice since 1986-2006 for book keeping and Reporting purpose of Finance Section of AKRSP Gilgit. board gave an approved for new accounting software named as iScala for accounting Operations Before this internship. In iScala. IScala is an online software which is used to produce General Vouchers. here I learn to use iScala.3 Accounting software 1. In 2006. which is very easy to use. first we have to make charts of accounts which are related to our organization then we have to just enter the related transaction in the software from the invoice. 3. These vouchers are used for payment of salaries and other expenses etc. the software itself make all related financial statements. I do not have any idea about iScala software. Peach Tree Software is in practice for employees Provident Fund and operation of LSOs accounts in their respective offices. 70 . 2. 71 . 30- 2 Foundation Employability Baltistan Apr.000 2013 2016 Adaptation 72 .Jun.Change 95.000 Employability Baltistan Apr.400. 01.136 3 USAID irrigation Apr. Mar- Infrastructure at 2012 2016 Right & Left Bank of Satpara Dam Skardu 4 Hydropower Chitral 01. 3.No.559 Chain for Gems and 13 &Jewelry Sector in Northern ChitraL Pakistan 6 Agribusiness Agribusiness Gilgit. 30- 1 16.2015 EURO 1. 14Sep. 2015 PKR 23. USD 19. Sep.Total S.Jun. Commission Sustainable Value Baltistan May. Sep. 30- SDC &Renewable Jul. 31.943. Donor Agency Programme Area/ Date Date ncy Amount Region DFATD Enhancing Gilgit.586 Development &Chitral 2010 7 ICIMOD Rural Chitral 01. 15.1 SOURCE OF FUNDS Prog. PKR 133. 30- Livelihood& Oct. CAD and Leadership &Chitral 2011 2017 $ for Youth(EELY) Aga Khan Enhancing Gilgit.000. USD Climate.000 Energy 2013 20118 Program 5 European Developing a Gilgit. Start End Curre. 01.228.753. 10. CAD $ 3. 09-Oct- Support Fund Value Chain Baltistan Oct.000 Canada &Leadership &Chitral 2011 2017 (AKFC)Matching for Grant Youth(EELY) Construction of Baltistan 01.000. 2 AKRSP Sources and Application of Fund 1983- 2017 73 .3. 3 AKRSP and Donors AKRSP works in close partnership with Government.3. other society organization and businesses.) Purchasing raw material for products Fixed costs of office and branches 74 . The main donors of AKRSP during the year 2008-2017 were: Aga khan Foundation (AKF) Swiss International Development Corporation (SDC) European Commission (EU) Government of Canada (CIDA) Government of United Kingdom (DFID) Government of Norway (NORAD) Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund (PPAF) 3.4 Capital Budget (i. office equipment’s.e. vehicles etc. I got help from my theoretical knowledge while writing cheques.3. The understanding I learned in the Organizational conducts also helped me while communicating in office during my internship.5 Practical Practices during Internship Throughout my internship I had a chance to relate and apply the concept in practice in following ways: The procedures of accounting were very useful to me while recording the transactions in the Pity Cash Ledger. 75 . The filing procedures that I learned in my Auditing subject were helpful to me while filing and compiling the vouchers. Filing techniques were also helpful while searching the vouchers. officers rented Public private partnership Misuse of resources Social mobilization Lack of organizational behavior Sustainable rural development Community participation Transparency Dedication and Good Governance o 76 . SWOT Analysis SWOT analysis is a structural method used to evaluate the strengths. AKDN Organization Low salary packages has running operation from decade The building of AKRSP Core since 1982. due to the part of village people of GBC. STRENGHTS WEAKNESSES AKRSP has a brand image and Limited access to entire goodwill. 4. Changing government policies Cultural Differences. OPPORTUNITIES THREATS Utilization of natural resources Climate changes. Sources of funds Political Instability/uncertainty Increasing awareness in youth Natural Disaster. Poor Governance 77 . . 5.2 Duties In six week internship at AKRSP core office Gilgit I have performed these activities. 78 .1 Working in Finance Section 5.1. I have learned practical application of Finance as well as Accounting in an organization. how to communicate and working with professionals and how to deal with clients.4 PROBLEMS ENCOUNTERED 79 . 5. The most important skill I learned is . At the end of internship I had accomplished every task assigned by my Finance Manager during my internship tenure. As an internee I have done what can I wanted. It was good experienced to apply the knowledge in a practical work. I have also learned how to communicate within the organization. 5.2 Accomplishments Theoretical learning is totally different from practical learning. Bank Reconciliation File maintenance File proper arrangement Scanning and photocopying Filling the Vouchers Arrangement of Vouchers Staff TA/DA Costing of bills and supporting documents Making payrolls 5.3 NEW KNOWLEDGE ACQUIRED I have acquired lot of knowledge during my internship. This knowledge taught me about the application of understanding in practical work. it was really hard for me reach the office before 8:30 AM and sit in the office up to 5pm. it was a bit hard for me to adjust with professional environment. Furthermore. AKRSP is playing the essential role for the improvement of rural areas living standards especially Gilgit Baltistan and Chitral valley.The difficulties I encountered in the initial days were. 5. time management and many other things. 5. But with the passage of time I became used to it.5 IMPACT OF THIS EXPERIENCE ON MY CAREER This practice has a great effect on my profession in many ways. AKRSP achieved its targets in a good manner with a satisfactory of Community. Conclusion I concluded on the basis of the thorough study of AKRSP Annual reports and practically experience during my tenure. The knowledge I acquired from this experience will prove to be helpful for my further studies and for my career. AKRSP 80 . official communication. And there is proper polices. 6.Formulate the VOs. The government and AKRSP should work together for further 81 . All sections having perfect system but foremost Finance section is one of the strong section among them all operation done under the supervision of Finance Manager. WOs and LSOs which makes efforts to make more development in the region of GBC and provided the back up support in term of technical and financial help. there are skillful staff group in every section and everyone are forming his/her responsibilities in a polite manner. AKRSP should try to get more financial support from donors. Recommendations During my tenure I have identified some recommendation regarding in the following areas are: Six week internship would insufficient to go through a practical experience. Furthermore in AKRSP. this period should consist of at least six months or 1 year. rules and regulation for all section and all sections works according to that rules. AKRSP should take a feedback from stakeholders. 1987 AKRSP Annual Report. this will be removed the misunderstanding and challenges.development in the remote area of GBC by giving quality Educational Programs and conducting career development sessions for Youth. 2009 AKRSP Annual Report. 2010 AKRSP Annual Report. I strongly recommend that the Finance coordinator of core office should be given full authority in financial matters. AKRSP needs to provide employment opportunities to eliminate poverty from remote areas of GBC. And also improve life standard of the people of region. December. 8 References AKRSP Briefing Notes. 1993 AKRSP Background Notes January. 2011 82 . 2012 83 .AKRSP Annual Report.