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This report outlines the ongoing challenges in securing funding for two greenhouses in Kabul. Key actions from December include a suggestion to hire a grant writer, unsuccessful attempts to communicate with the Director General (DG), and a reported lack of motivation from the DG concerning funding opportunities. Despite efforts by TF Centurion to network and find a qualified grant writer, minimal response from the DG raises concerns about the commitment to the greenhouse project. Guidance from the Commander is sought to determine the next steps regarding the DG's engagement.
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UNCLASSIFIED Kabul City Wishes Two Greenhouses • Assessment • 8DEC suggested, clearly, to DG to hire a grant writer. • 16DEC DG responds “plz introduce grant writer.” • 16-29DEC networked to find grant writer. • 17DEC wrote letter to DG to de-scope solarium style greenhouse expectations (no response-DG). • 29DEC interviewed lone grant writer applicant who appears to have necessary writing skills. • 29DEC suggested to DG to meet vetted writer. • 30DEC writer contacted DG who told the writer “DG will not hire writer, and that is Donor’s duty.” • 31DEC DG scales back greenhouse expectations. • Taking Action • Not sure what action to take. • It appears the DG is not particularly motivated to receive funding for greenhouses. • It seems TF Centurion has done most of the work to extend funding opportunity to DG, with minimal response from DG. • Need Commander’s guidance which stance to take with DG of Greenery. • TF Centurion Ag Advisor not inclined to push DG any more. Does Mayor want to push DG? Agriculture - Kabul 31-DEC-12