Table 1 Description and categorization of cost items
Cost categories | Description |
|---|---|
Maintenance of Centre | Establishment and maintenance of youth learning centre -Monthly rental for the premises -Utilities costs (electricity, water, and upkeep) Accessories -Laptop and printer -Furniture and fixtures |
ALS Intervention | ALS intervention and related activities -Community mapping for recruitment -Advertisements during recruitment process -Conducting literacy test before enrolment -Educational sessions -Study materials and stationery for students -Preparation of student’s portfolios for the examination -Transportation cost and refreshments on the day of examination -Salary of ALS instruction managers |
Psychosocial Intervention | Screening and assessment of learners for their psychosocial needs -Profiling -Interviews -Focus group discussions -Home visits Psychosocial interventions -Case management through individual and group counselling -Psychoeducation sessions -Welfare assistance -Salary of Psychosocial workers |
Salary of staff | Salaries of staff -Project supervisor -Program coordinator -Learning, Monitoring &Evaluation staff |
Project Development | Development and evaluation of the project -Capacity building of staff -Monitoring and evaluation |
Administrative Cost | Administrative cost -Administrative staff (Executive manager, Finance manager, Bookkeeper) -Project support costs (BRC office rent, supplies, utilities, and maintenance) |