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Table 2 Sampling frame for focus droup discussions

From: Factors influencing performance by contracted non-state providers implementing a basic package of health services in Afghanistan

Institution

Participant

Number (n)

Reason for Selection

MoPH

Preventive Health Care (PHC) Officer

1

Is aware of all the contractual and service delivery programs in the province

HMIS Officer

1

Responsible for collection of data from all health facilities at the provincial level and relaying it to central HMIS in Kabul; collects all indicators of BPHS on a monthly basis

Reproductive Health Officer

1

Provides technical perspective on components of BPHS related to maternal and child health services

Expanded Program of Immunization (EPI) Officer

1

EPI is the largest health program in the country; officers are experienced and familiar with NSP service provision

NSPs

Deputy Project Manager

1

Oversees monitoring and evaluation of all programs under contract

Finance Manager

1

Manages inputs and financial mechanisms of NSPs; understands provider payment mechanisms

Community Supervisor

1

Provides views from community and frontline health workers