Welcome to the Preliminary Communications Preparation Project - a practical evaluation designed to assess and develop essential business communication and reporting skills.
This program serves as both an assessment tool and training opportunity, allowing participants to:
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Demonstrate their ability to apply professional communication principles
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Showcase their aptitude for structured reporting
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Develop competencies critical for executive roles
Specifically created for leadership candidates, this project:
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Provides a clear pathway to executive positions
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Aligns opportunities with demonstrated capabilities
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Bridges the gap between potential and professional readiness
Successful completion qualifies participants for consideration for entry-level executive positions within our organization, matching roles to your proven skills and performance.
1. About the Preliminary Communication Preparation Project
1.1. About Completing This Project
When you successfully finish this Preliminary Communication Preparation Project, it shows you have the right skills for the job. Most importantly, it qualifies you to apply for the position of Communication and Reporting Officer (I/C). Remember, "I/C" stands for "In Charge," meaning you’ll be responsible for important duties.
| No payment will be made for this test project. |
| The project is completed once you have acquired the expected qualification skills and received a certificate of completion. |
1.2. What You’ll Do in This Role
As the Communication and Reporting Officer in charge, you will handle several key responsibilities. You’ll manage complete projects by leading teams and making sure resources are used properly. You’ll keep track of all tasks and make changes when needed to keep everything on track.
A big part of your job will be collecting reports from different people and departments, then making sure these reports reach the right executives on time. You’ll be the connection between what’s happening on the ground and the management team - we often say you’ll be "the eyes and ears" of management out in the field.
This is your starting point for becoming a manager in our organization. In this position, you’ll work closely with top leaders to help put important plans into action. You’ll learn valuable skills that will help you grow in your career.
1.3. How You Finish the Project
The project isn’t finished until you receive your official Certificate of Completion for the Preliminary Communications Preparation Project. This certificate is your proof that you’ve met all the requirements.
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Important Note About Project Completion Just thinking about the project or reading through it carefully is not enough to complete it. Even if you have good ideas about how to do it, you must actually work with your mentor throughout the process. The project is only truly finished when your mentor confirms you have completed everything properly. Your mentor could be:
Your mentor will follow your progress closely, watching how your communication and reporting skills improve. This is how we find and develop the best team members who can take on important roles. Remember: If you face any problems or have any questions while doing this project, you must tell me immediately. Don’t keep challenges to yourself - communication is key! |
1.4. Action Required!
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Your Action Required Please confirm to me that you understand this important rule: If you encounter any problems or difficulties while working on this project, you must inform me immediately. Don’t wait. Don’t keep it to yourself. Tell me right away about: - Any part you don’t understand - Any step that seems unclear - Any technical difficulties you face - Any other challenges that come up Your quick communication about issues will help us resolve them faster and keep your progress on track. Please reply to confirm you will follow this instruction. |
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Action Required If you choose to proceed with this project and the opportunities it offers, you must immediately notify your mentor of your decision. Do not delay - inform your mentor right away to begin the process. |
2. Project Purpose and Benefits
This initiative serves two key purposes:
Assessment
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Evaluates your ability to:
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Apply professional communication principles
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Create structured reports
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Demonstrate executive competencies
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Builds critical skills for leadership roles:
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Clear communication channels
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Team coordination
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Daily/event reporting
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Geographic orientation
Career Advancement
Successful completion:
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Qualifies you for Communication & Reporting Officer (I/C) position
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Matches roles to demonstrated capabilities
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Provides pathway to executive positions
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Key Outcomes: You’ll gain hands-on experience with:
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3. Do not skip past misunderstood words
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Critical Instruction: Never continue reading when you find a word you don’t fully understand. This is the most important rule of this project. |
Why this matters:
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Skipping unclear words will:
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Make you fail this project
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Cause problems in your work
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Create difficulties in life
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Your must:
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Stop immediately at any unclear word
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Report it to your mentor
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Look up the definition (use dictionary or ask mentor)
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Steps to Follow:
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Remember:
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For more help, see: Understanding Study Barriers (Free Booklet)
3.1. Practical Exercise
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Action Required Now:
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Why this matters: This word clarification process is:
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Example Report:
"Mentor, I’m using Oxford Online Dictionary. The word 'liaison' means a person who helps different groups work together. I now understand it means a connecting role."
3.2. How to Submit Your Report
Here’s what we need from you:
When reporting back, focus on the key details—especially how you’re acting as the "eyes and ears" for management. Skip broad summaries; instead, give us specific updates that help us track progress clearly.
For this exercise:
Tell us exactly how you clarified an unfamiliar word. Walk us through:
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Which word you picked
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The dictionary or resource you used (name it!)
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How you confirmed the meaning
Ongoing reporting:
Keep sending updates like this for each section as you work through the project.
Email tips:
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Send reports directly in the email body (no attachments)
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Use a clear subject line, like:
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“Report: Defining Key Terms”
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“Update: Word Clarification Exercise”
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Make sure the subject matches the section you’re reporting on
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Be concise but detailed—avoid vague statements
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If email isn’t an option, handwritten notes work too
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Always include: your location, date/time, and anyone involved
4. Glossary of Key Terms
- Android
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An operating system for mobile devices and computers based on the Linux kernel.
- Android Package (APK)
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The file format used to distribute and install applications on Android devices.
- Business phone
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A company-provided mobile device for official communications, requiring approved software.
- Certificate of Completion
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Official document proving successful project completion, issued by your mentor.
- Communication
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The activity of conveying information between individuals or groups.
- Communication and Reporting Officer I/C
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Entry-level executive position responsible for project coordination and reporting.
- Computer
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An electronic device for storing and processing data.
- Coordination
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The skillful organization of different elements to work together effectively.
- Daily Report
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A regular written account of work progress and activities.
- Dictionary
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A reference book or online resource containing word definitions.
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Electronic mail sent through computer networks.
- Encryption
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The process of converting information to secure code during transmission.
- Equate
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A mobile application for performing unit conversions.
- Event
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An occurrence happening at a specific time and place.
- Executive
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A person with managerial authority in an organization.
- F-Droid
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An app store for free and open-source Android applications.
- Field operations
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On-site work activities conducted away from main offices.
- Free Software
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Software that respects users' freedom to run, study, modify and distribute it.
- Geographic location
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A specific point or area on Earth’s surface.
- GNU
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A free operating system and collection of computer programs.
- GPX tracks
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GPS data files recording movement paths.
- Internet
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The global system of interconnected computer networks.
- Internet cafe
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A business providing public internet access for a fee.
- K-9 Mail
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An open-source email application for Android.
- Kernel
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The core component of an operating system managing system resources.
- Latitude
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The angular distance north or south from Earth’s equator.
- Linux
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The kernel component of GNU/Linux operating systems.
- Longitude
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The angular distance east or west from the prime meridian.
- Management
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The process of dealing with or controlling things/people.
- Material Files
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A file manager application for Android devices.
- Mentor
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The person guiding you through this project’s completion.
- OpenKeychain
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An application for managing encryption keys on Android.
- OsmAnd~
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A mobile map and navigation application using OpenStreetMap data.
- Password
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A secret word or phrase used to gain access to a system.
- Policies
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Official principles or rules adopted by an organization.
- Preliminary
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Preparatory or introductory work done before main activities.
- Proprietary software
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Software that restricts users' freedoms through licensing.
- Report
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A structured document presenting information about a subject.
- Replicant
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A fully free version of the Android operating system.
- Resources
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Available assets (people, materials, budget) used for projects.
- Silence
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An encrypted SMS messaging application for Android.
- Smartphone
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A mobile phone with advanced computing capabilities.
- Software
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Programs and operating information used by computers.
- Submit
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To present something for review or consideration.
- Supervisor
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A manager responsible for overseeing your work.
- Team
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A group of people working together toward common goals.
- Transaction
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An instance of conducting business or exchanging information.
- Verification
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The process of establishing the truth or accuracy of something.
- Way-point
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A reference point marking a specific geographic location.
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A proprietary instant messaging application (mentioned for contact purposes only).
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Vocabulary Mastery Exercise - Action Required To ensure you fully understand these key terms, you must complete this exercise:
Example Submission: Word: Mentor |
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Why This Matters:
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Quality Standards: ✓ Sentences must show you understand the meaning |
Need Help?
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Review glossary definitions first
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Ask your mentor for clarification
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Use dictionary if needed
5. Project Requirements
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Essential Equipment & Skills Needed: |
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Mobile Device:
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Must run Android or Replicant OS
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Can be:
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Your personal device
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Borrowed equipment
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Used on company premises
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Other operating systems may be acceptable (consult mentor)
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Computer Access:
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Available through:
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Personal computer
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Internet cafes
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Public access points
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Communication Tools:
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Reliable internet connection OR
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Basic writing materials:
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Notebook
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Pen
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For in-person reporting
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Language Proficiency:
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Strong English skills required for:
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Understanding instructions
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Writing reports
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Professional communication
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This is a key qualification criterion
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Flexibility Note: If you lack any requirement, immediately discuss alternatives with your mentor - we may find solutions together. |
5.1. Confirming Your Readiness
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Your Immediate Action Required Right now, you need to contact your mentor about your preparation status. Here’s exactly what to do: Send a message explaining which project requirements you already have ready to use, and honestly mention anything you’re currently missing. Don’t worry if you’re lacking some items - the important thing is that we identify any gaps right away so we can help solve them together before you move forward. For example, you might say: "Mentor, I have an Android phone I can use, and good English skills. However, I sometimes have unstable internet access. What alternatives do you recommend for submitting reports when my connection fails?" Remember - this isn’t a test of what you have, but rather our first opportunity to problem-solve as a team. The faster we have this conversation, the sooner we can get you properly equipped and ready to succeed in this project. |
6. Required Personal Information
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Mandatory Submission at This Stage Now that you’ve demonstrated basic competencies, you must immediately provide the following details to proceed. This information is essential for our records and verification process. |
You Are Required To Submit:
Identity Verification:
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Your full legal name (exactly as on official documents)
Personal Background:
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Complete date of birth (DD/MM/YYYY)
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Place of birth (city and country)
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Current residential status
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Family situation and dependents
Contact Information:
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Full physical address including:
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Street name and number
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City/Town
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District/Region
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Postal code
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Reliable contact numbers
Professional Details:
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Complete educational history (institutions and qualifications)
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Languages you speak
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Full work experience (positions and durations)
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Current employment status and employer
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Marketable skills and certifications
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Compliance Notice:
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Submission Instructions:
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7. The Golden Rule: Always Communicate
Let me be absolutely clear - communication isn’t just important, it’s everything in our work together. This isn’t some nice saying to put on the wall. This is how we survive and succeed - in business and in life.
When in doubt? Communicate.
When excited about an idea? Communicate.
When facing problems? Communicate immediately.
Even when everything seems fine? Still communicate.
I’m not suggesting - I’m telling you directly:
Always keep the lines open. Never make assumptions. Never stay silent hoping issues will resolve themselves.
That tiny problem you’re thinking might be too small to mention? Tell me.
That brilliant idea you’re developing? Share it early.
That uncertainty about instructions? Ask right away.
We build trust through transparency. We prevent disasters through early warnings. We create success through constant connection.
This is our culture. This is our lifeline. This is non-negotiable.
7.1. Required Exercises
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You must complete these exercises now: |
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Explain "coordinate"
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Request these policy documents from mentor:
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POLICY ON PRACTICAL COORDINATION, LCO POLICY LETTER OF 6 JULY 2022
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QUALITIES EXPECTED FROM COMMUNICATION AND REPORTING OFFICER, LCO POLICY LETTER OF 29 JUNE 2022
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PRIMARY DUTY OF COMMUNICATIONS AND REPORTING OFFICER, LCO POLICY LETTER OF 10 JUNE 2023
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COMMUNICATION IS NUMBER ONE PRIORITY!, LCO POLICY LETTER OF 3 JUNE 2023
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Submit your report
Send your answers and confirm you received, read all policies, and clarified all of the words found!
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How to submit:
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8. How to Complete This Project
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Start by reading the entire project document carefully.
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Identify every word you don’t fully understand
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Clarify each word’s meaning
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Contact your mentor for help with any unclear terms + After reading, send your first progress report without waiting to be reminded.
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Work with your mentor to resolve all unclear words.
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Keep communicating until every term is clear
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Don’t proceed until you understand all instructions completely
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Follow steps in order exactly as written.
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Never jump ahead to later steps
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Complete each step fully before moving to the next
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Keep working forward unless told otherwise.
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Don’t wait for mentor approval between steps
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Your mentor will correct any mistakes if needed
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Stop immediately if your mentor says to pause.
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Finish the current task perfectly before continuing
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Never rush past unfinished work
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Report every step you complete.
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Update your mentor after finishing each section
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Be thorough in your progress reports
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Never skip anything - do all steps as written.
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Every part is important
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Missing steps will cause problems later
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Focus on one step at a time.
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Give each step your full attention
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Complete it 100% before moving forward
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Be precise in communication with your mentor.
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Give exact details, not general statements
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Include specific examples when reporting
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Ask for help whenever needed.
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Contact your mentor immediately about any problems
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Never struggle silently with difficulties
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8.1. Reporting Instructions
Follow these exact steps for all project reports:
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Reporting Methods
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Send by email OR
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Submit handwritten reports
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Email Format
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Write reports directly in the email body text
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Never use file attachments unless instructed
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Paper Reporting (if email unavailable)
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Write on plain paper or project documents
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Hand deliver to mentor when meeting face-to-face
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Subject/Title Requirements
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Emails: Use the exact section title + number as subject Example: "Section 3.2 - How to Report"
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Paper reports: Write section title at top of each page Use separate pages for different sections
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Report Content
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Describe what you actually did
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Follow the step-by-step instructions
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Focus on your specific actions
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Required Details
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Your current location (GPS coordinates if possible)
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Where work was performed
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Complete date and time (include timezone)
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Names of anyone who assisted you
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Reporting Frequency
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Submit reports for every project section
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Don’t combine multiple sections in one report
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8.2. How to Report Important Events
Let me explain exactly how we handle event reporting - this will be one of your key responsibilities. An event is anything significant that happens at a specific time and place that affects our work.
Here’s what you need to understand:
When something important occurs - whether you’re planning it or it happens unexpectedly - you must tell me immediately. I’m not just saying this as a formality. These reports are the lifeblood of our operations and our working relationship.
For example:
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If you’re about to travel (like going to Berlin), don’t wait until you’re at the bus station - tell me as soon as you know
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When you buy tickets (say to Dar es Salaam), report this right after purchasing
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Got into an accident? Stop what you’re doing and call me
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Meeting someone important? Tell me before and after
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Changed locations? Update me when you move
This isn’t about micromanaging - it’s about staying connected and solving problems together. Your observations and updates are incredibly valuable to me.
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Your Immediate Action Required: |
Remember - the sooner you share what’s happening, the better I can support you. No event is too small to mention if it affects our work.
8.3. How to Make Proper Report Photos
Let me share some important tips about taking pictures for your reports - this is more important than you might think!
Here’s what you need to know:
I know we all use our phones to take pictures every day, but for official reports, we need to be more careful. When you’re documenting something for work:
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Hold your phone sideways (landscape/horizontal mode) every single time (I know vertical feels natural, but trust me - horizontal works better for reports)
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Always ask permission first if people are in the shot (A simple "May I take a photo for our records?" goes a long way)
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Focus on clarity - make sure the important details are visible
This isn’t just about rules - it’s about getting useful photos that actually help our work. A blurry or poorly framed picture can cause real problems later.
We create images in landscape orientation (horizontally), except when making documents.
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Your Immediate Test: Right now, take a practice photo of your current workspace (hold your phone sideways!) and send it to me with the subject: "First Practice Report Photo - [Your Name]" |
Remember - good photos make good reports, and good reports make our work successful. I’m here to help if you have any questions about photography!
9. Establishing Communication Lines
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Before proceeding:
Do not advance without explicit authorization from your mentor. |
9.1. About your phone/device:
I need you to understand this clearly - for now, you’ll need to arrange your own Android or Replicant device. I know this might be challenging, so here are your options: - Use your personal phone if you have one - Borrow from a friend or family member (we’ve found this works well for many participants) - Use a shared device when you’re at our offices
Important notes:
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We can’t provide company phones at this early stage (but keep reading - there’s good news!)
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Once you complete the project successfully and we see your excellent reports, we’ll: + Meet in person to discuss next steps + Provide proper company equipment + Start working together more closely
Alternative option: If getting a phone is truly difficult, talk to me directly. We might be able to adjust some steps so you can use a computer instead. But please - don’t struggle silently. Let’s discuss solutions together.
9.2. Install F-Droid application
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Go to https://www.f-droid.org and install the F-Droid application.
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Update repositories by pulling the application’s screen down.
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Confirm to mentor you installed F-Droid
9.3. Install XMPP chat application
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First request the policy XMPP NETWORK ACCESS POLICY FOR SECURE BUSINESS COMMUNICATION, LCO POLICY LETTER OF 3 JUNE 2023 from mentor, read, understand and clarify words.
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Install from F-Droid the application named Conversations, which is for XMPP chat purposes.
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Ask the mentor to send you the settings (username/password) for the Conversations application or other XMPP application.
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Choose the option that you already have the account, as only that way we retain our own communication network secure.
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Start communicating with your mentor.
9.4. Install Trekarta application
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Install the Trekarta application from F-Droid repository.
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By communicating with mentor or other staff members, find out how to record and report or share the GPS location.
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Move around your home and go to various points of interest, such as the shop, bakery, restaurant, welder, anything you wish.
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Record a way-point in Trekarta and designate the name to the way-point.
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Share each such way-point from Androzic to the mentor.
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Repeat this step until you get approval to move on with the project.
9.5. Install application: OsmAnd~
Install OsmAnd~ from F-Droid.
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Record your location or any location as a way-point.
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Assign way-point to the category "Preliminary".
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Share the way-point from OsmAnd~ application with the mentor.
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Assign several other way-points around your home to the same category.
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Share the whole category of recorded way-points to the mentor.
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Repeat this task until the mentor approves you to move forward with the project.
9.6. Install application: Equate
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Convert 12 meters to feet on the application Equate and report back to mentor.
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Convert 200 US dollars to Tanzanian shillings and report back the result to mentor.
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Convert 10 hectares to square meters and report back to mentor.
9.7. Install application: Material Files
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Install "Material Files" from F-Droid
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Find some interesting hallmark
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Make a horizontally made picture of it (with implied permission)
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Make a small report, describe the hallmark
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Provide contacts that you can obtain from signboards of hallmark
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Write the report in a simple file with .txt extension
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Include the GPS position
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Choose the report, and the picture by using Material Files
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Share it to mentor by XMPP chat
9.8. Report to mentor the list of installed applications.
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Report to mentor the list of installed applications.
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Ask mentor which other applications are to be installed.
10. Additional project steps
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Research the Internet and https://www.openstreetmap.org and find out where your country is located.
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Share the link of your country from https://www.openstreetmap.org with your mentor by e-mail.
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Find out where the capital city of your country is and share the link with the supervisor.
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Find out where the second largest city of your country is and share the link with the supervisor.
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Find out where the largest lake in your country is and share the link with your supervisor.
10.1. Learn about free software
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Visit the https://www.gnu.org and read about the GNU project.
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Understand what free software is and the 4 software freedoms, submit a report back about your understanding.
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Submit a report back on why proprietary software should not be used and discuss it so long with the supervisor until understanding has been achieved.
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Make sure that no proprietary applications are installed on the company phone. What you do on a private phone is not the concern of the business. The business phone is then assigned to Communication and Reporting Officer I/C.
11. Accounting Policies
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Ask from mentor BUSINESS MANAGEMENT BY BOOKKEEPING, LCO POLICY LETTER OF 13 MARCH 2023, read it and apply it.
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For any expenses incurred today, write a list and submit to mentor.
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Ask from mentor to get your own personalized Transaction Sheet.
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Plan printing of it and ask cash from mentor for it.
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Use the policy and write your expenses as notes;
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Write the incoming transactions in the debit column on the paper printed Transaction Sheet, and expenses in the credit column, then make a picture of it and submit to mentor.
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You may get corrections, you will repeat the above steps until you make it right, ask for approval to move to next section.
12. Daily Reporting
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Ask for DAILY REPORTING POLICY, LCO POLICY LETTER OF 1 JUNE 2023.
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Ask for DAILY REPORTING FORM, LCO POLICY LETTER OF 1 JUNE 2023.
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Prepare a template for yourself, and communicate with the mentor until the template is very correct.
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Make a file on your computer or device and name it by the daily report date format with extension
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Share the file with the mentor by using XMPP chat or e-mail.
13. Communication Policies
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Ask from mentor E-MAILS, LCO POLICY LETTER OF 10 JUNE 2023.
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Ask from mentor PHONE CALLS, LCO POLICY LETTER OF 10 JUNE 2023.
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Ask from mentor MOBILE PHONE USAGE POLICY, LCO POLICY LETTER OF 11 JUNE 2023.
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Ask from mentor RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN STAFF MEMBERS AND INVESTORS, LCO POLICY LETTER OF 11 NOVEMBER 2022.
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Submit a report on each of the policies, with a single paragraph required for each of them, written in your own words.
13.1. Tell mentor of any success by doing this project.
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Compose a short paragraph summarizing your achievements and what you have learned during the project.
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Share this paragraph with your mentor via XMPP chat or e-mail.
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Make sure to mention specific tasks you completed, such as installing and using applications, recording GPS points, converting units, creating reports, and following company policies.
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Wait for confirmation or feedback from your mentor before proceeding to the next phase of the project.
project.
14. Finalize report
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If there are any reports that you have not finished as given by this project, please finish the reports first and send them by e-mail or submit them on paper face to face.
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Once you have finished sending or submitting the reports, and all the pictures, send us your confirmation that you have finished the project.
15. Expected Qualification Skills
These are the expected qualification skills for every Communications and Reporting Officer I/C.
These skills may be well understood by doing the Preliminary Communication Preparation Project.
By sole reading of the Preliminary Communication Preparation Project, these skills cannot be well understood.
Please do the project and attain these skills.
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Person is able to communicate by using the company e-mail address;
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Person is able to communicate by using encrypted SMS communication;
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Person is able to communicate by using the company chat network;
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Person has thoroughly demonstrated to be able to send reports on events;
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Person has started sending daily reports.
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Person is able to send geographic locations and GPX tracks.
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Person understands how to execute projects to reach project purposes.
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Action to do for you: Ask your mentor if he has the opinion that you have achieved the proper level of communication in the team and if you can proceed to the next section or if you need to repeat any step. |
16. Receive Certificate of Completion
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Receive Certificate of Completion of Preliminary Communication Preparation Project by your mentor. Consider the project finished only when you have received the certificate.
17. Contact Information
Mr. Jean Louis
Phone: +256706271008
E-mail: pcpp1@rcdwealth.com
Kampala, Uganda
https://www.RCDWealth.com
Telegram: https://t.me/rcdrun
WhatsApp: https://wa.me/message/IAFKTNONQQNZN1
Friday, August 8, 2025
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