CTI-CFF Interim Secretariat 2013 Operations Plan and Communications Strategy Approved

For the first time since its launch three years ago, the CTI-CFF has approved an Interim Secretariat Operations Plan drafted with the support of the US CTI Support Program. This was done during the 4th CTI-CFF Ministerial Meeting Held in Putrajaya, Malaysia on November 26, 2012.

The Operations plan was developed to complement and harmonize with the CTI-CFF Communications Strategy and 2013 Work Plan and the Transitioning Plan to a CTI-CFF Permanent Secretariat. The Operations Plan focuses on seven key task areas including implementation of the 2013 CTI-CFF Activity Roadmap and provides a management structure that incorporates anticipated donor funded resources.  On the other hand, the Communications Strategy and 2013 Work Plan also drafted through US CTI support, includes a process for CT6 engagement to further develop key messaging; identify capacity building priorities; and formulate national plans that harmonize with the regional strategy. It also includes a capacity building component and offers prioritization of key audiences.