World Meteorological Organization

• Project steering committee will consist of delegates from WMO, RC, NHMSs, Hydrologic Research Center (HRC), US NWS, and USAID/OFDA such that each will be represented with one delegate. • If deemed necessary, additional experts/representatives may attend the PSC meeting on an ad-hoc basis as required. Terms of reference of the PSC are as follows: • Ensure smooth and timely implementation of project activities and achievement of the project purpose and its expected outcomes based on regular summary reports from national centres and the regional centre; • Provide technical and administrative guidance to the implementation of the project; • Establish an adequate monitoring and evaluation (M&E) system for the project and implement findings from the M&E process; • Review and update the project implementation plan (PIP); • Promote benefits of the project on national and regional levels; • Facilitate links with other regional and national relevant projects, including Severe Weather Forecast Demonstration Project (SWFDP), regional World Bank hydrometeorological early warning projects; • Ensure cross-sector linkages with relevant national and international organizations; and • Seek additional expertise and financial support to supplement project activities.