Quiz Lesson 8: Quick Impact Projects

Which of the following is correct on Quick Impact Projects?

QIPs are not unique to peace operations only.
QIPs are short-term, local-level, small-scale projects.
QIPs are aimed at strategically selected projects that could have a multiplier effect on the ability of communities to cope with the challenges of the post-conflict transition process.
These projects are aimed at Winning the Hearts and Minds (WHAM) of the locals by enhancing the image of the mission forces and addressing the basic needs.
All of the above.

In 2005 UNMIL had a QIP budget of:

QIP projects include:

Support for small-scale agriculture and animal husbandry.
Urgent repairs to bridges and roads.
Restoration of electricity supply in critical areas.
Assisting with repairing medical facilities (such as local clinics) and schools, and provision and maintenance of critical equipment and supplies.
All of the above.

QIPs in some missions are managed by the Civil Affairs sections on behalf of the Special Representative.

In the United Nations Mission in Sudan the responsibility for the management of the QIPs was given to the Civil Affairs branch.

In UNAMSIL project proposals were sent to the Trust Fund Secretariat in Freetown for review and presentation to PAC for consideration.

Civil-Military Coordination (CIMIC) in African Union and United Nations Peace Operations