Integrated multi-sector support to conflict-affected IDPs recently Returned in Kondala Woreda, West Wollega Zone, Oromia Region ltpgtTitle: Integrated multi-sector support to conflict-affected IDPs recently Returned in Kondala Woreda, West Wollega Zone, Oromia RegionltbrgtStart date: 15-Nov-2023 ltbrgtEnd date: 14-Sep-2024 ltbrgtLocation: Kondala Woreda (District) ltbrgtBudget: $700000ltbrgtDue to political and socioeconomic instability, Ethiopia is dealing with several problems, including conflicts, displaced people, and a sizable refugee population. More than 823,000 refugees and asylum seekers living in 24 camps. Additionally, there are more than 4.2 million internally displaced people (IDPs) living within the nation. The situation has gotten worse because of climate change-induced drought, flood, and pest infestation.ltbrgtInter-communal violence and ethnically motivated armed attacks have caused more than 183,481 displacements in 17 woredas in the West Wollega Zone, which is a zone of the Oromia National Regional State. With a population of 1,987,182, the problem is concentrating on Begi and Kondala, two woredas where 45% of the IDPs are living. Local authorities are attempting to make it easier for them to go back to their former locations. Anyhow, the lives of the returnee population are not better in any manner as all of their properties have been destroyed or looted.ltbrgtKondala Woreda, located in the northwest part of the West Wollega Zone, is one of the 23 districts in the zone. The district consists of 36 kebeles, with 32 being peasant associations and the remaining 4 classified as urban centers. The district's capital is Gaba Dafino. ltbrgtKondala is grappling with a multi-dimensional crisis, including armed conflict, displacement, malnutrition, and epidemics. The ongoing conflict leads to property damage, safety concerns, and exploitation of children. The humanitarian crisis has affected 36,420 IDPs, respectively. A 50% decrease in crop yield and critical food shortage are causing a need for rehabilitation and community engagement in agriculture. ltbrgtA participatory approach is being used to assess emergency aid and agricultural rehabilitation interventions. The project, guided by the Inter-Agency Rapid Multi-Sectoral Humanitarian Needs Assessment Report and EECMY-DASSC Rapid Need Verification Assessment Report, aims to close food shortage through multi-purpose cash and replace lost crop seeds, farm tools, and veterinary services. This response will contribute to the Ethiopia HRP 2023  National Agricultural, Protection clusters, aiming at reaching Males 73,819 and Females 54,106 Total of 127,925 people.ltbrgtEECMY DASSC staff in Kondala will monitor the project's implementation, providing regular updates across the structure. Local government authorities and community representatives will oversee beneficiary targeting, selection, construction, and distribution processes. Post-distribution monitoring (PDM) will be conducted at the end of distribution for cash and in-kind assistance. Financial and procurement monitoring will ensure efficient budget utilization and follow donor guidelines. EECMY DASSC will use its internal monitoring framework to ensure timely and quality implementation. Interim and final narrative and financial reports will be submitted to UN OCHA. ltbrgtThe EECMY DASSC aims to ensure a smooth phase-out of the project. The project agreement will be signed with government structures, outlining stakeholder roles, activities, linkages, sustainability issues, and project duration. The project will integrate a gender equality approach, ensuring gender balance among social mobilizers. Women's participation in decision-making processes will be ensured throughout the project implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.ltbrgtlt/pgtltpgtlt/pgt