Red Crescent Sec Gen urges use of PMER for better management

|     Zee Yusri     |

“AS EFFECTIVE and responsible members of the society, we must self-reflect, including organisational effectiveness with critical analysis.”

This was highlighted by Haji Julaini Haji Abdul Latip, Secretary-General of the Brunei Darussalam Red Crescent Society (BDRCS) during his speech at the Second General Meeting of BDRCS held at the Green Room, Indoor Stadium.

 Secretary General of BDRCS escorted by the Director of Brunei-Muara District Branch inspecting BDRCS members. – PHOTO: ZEE YUSRI

“The two key points that need to be given critical analysis are how we manage our volunteers in relation to humanitarian works and how far we have maximised our strengths in all aspects of humanitarian works,” he affirmed.

The secretary-general also stated that the Brunei-Muara District Branch has to focus on its strengths instead of weaknesses.

The two issues should be understood by all leaders and members as well as volunteers as these are fundamental leadership issues that must be given priority to maintain the sustainability and visibility of BDRCS.

“All leaders of BDRCS have to utilise management tools like PMER Approach used by the International Federation of Red Crescent (IFRC) in planning and implementation of programmes, projects and activities,” underlined Haji Julaini.

He explained that PMER Approach consists of Planning, Monitoring, Evaluating and Report.

Haji Julaini also highlighted that if the PMER Approach is used as a management tool, it will provide quality assurance, standard and consistency in every aspect of management or activities to be implemented.

“For all youths, especially the Brunei Red Crescent Youths, it is important to embrace a caring attitude towards the community and help those who are in need. It is your responsibility towards your people, your nation and yourself as you shape high quality and competent future leaders of the sultanate.”

- Borneo Bulletin - Monday, September 9th, 2013.