Information,Education and Communication

The Unit is responsible for managing the development of information, education and communication (IEC) programmes and materials in order to inform, create awareness and promote activities related to small and medium enterprises and cooperatives development.

The Unit also preforms the following specific functions:

  1. Managing the development and implementation of IEC programmes in order to disseminate information on the operations of the Ministry;
  2. Managing the design and development of IEC materials in order to create awareness on small and medium enterprises and cooperatives development;
  3. Managing and coordinating the development and implementation of education and advocacy programmes in order to educate and promote involvement in small & medium enterprises and cooperatives;
  4. Managing the use of communication technologies in order to facilitate the effective development and dissemination of information;
  5. Coordinating and managing the conduct of research activities in order to incorporate emerging issues and promote adoption of best practices;
  6. Coordinating monitoring and evaluation of IEC programmes and materials in order to develop appropriate intervention measures; and
  7. Managing the preparation of reports in order to facilitate informed decision making.