The approach of the lab consists of 4 major phases

The approach of the lab consists of 4 major phases Identify Sector Strategic Objectives Identify FOCUS Areas Identify Projects Implementation starts Phases 1st Month 2nd Month 3rd Month 4th Month 5th Month 6th Month 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 Phase 1 1st 2nd and 3rd month - Stakeholders buy-in and engagement Phase 2 2nd 3rd and 4th month - Confirmation of sector strategy and focus areas Phase 3 4th and 5th month - Projects Identification and Assessment Phase 4 5th month The actual Lab: validation of project list and problem solving Ultimate objective of the Lab: Identification of high impact projects that is aligned to the Sector`s strategy for implementation

The framework for the Lab starts with setting the strategic objective and ends with identifying specific projects under each focus area

The framework for the Lab starts with setting the strategic objective and ends with identifying specific projects under each focus area Lab Framework 1st focus Area Projects 2nd focus Area Projects 3rd focus Area Projects Strategic objective(s) Setting True North What is the ultimate objectives of the sector? Identify FOCUS Areas What are the focus areas under each strategic objective? Identify Projects Identify the projects under each focus areas To be finalized 30 days before the lab

Role of ISFU and sector owner(S)

Lab Phase

    ISFU

  • Main role:

    Owner of the lab process and primary decision-maker on direction and output of the lab with sector owners

  • Key activities:

    Central operation for all lab activities including stakeholder engagement, setting and aligning strategic direction, day-to-day operations of the lab, updates to Ministerial Committee

    Sector Owner(s)

  • Main role:

    Assists ISFU to make key decisions on lab. Collaborate and contribute projects info, data and other information to the lab

  • Key activities:

    Identify main lab participants, contribute with ideas and initiatives that support overall strategic objective of the lab, identify challenges and opportunities

Implementation Phase

    ISFU

  • Main role:

    Provides implementation support and problem-solving avenue to ensure success of projects for sector owners

  • Key activities:

    KPI Setting, performance management, problem-solving, reporting

    Sector Owner(s)

  • Main role:

    Coordinates progress with project owners, chairs monthly Steering Committees and ensures timely completion of project milestones

  • Key activities:

    Implement projects according to agreed milestones, set yearly KPIs, provide governance to project owners

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