The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) Friday unveiled the comprehensive schedule for training its officers in the effective utilization of the Election Management System (EMS) in preparation for the upcoming general elections.
The EMS training program will span from July 13 to July 26, equipping officers with the necessary skills and knowledge to leverage this technology-driven tool.
Commencing on July 13 and 14, the training sessions will be dedicated to 20 Project Management Unit (PMU) and Information Technology (IT) officers hailing from the four provinces and the Central Secretariat. This two-day training program will take place at the Election Commission Secretariat located in Islamabad, the nation's capital.
Subsequently, from July 17 to 20, the focus will shift to providing training to 300 District Election Officers (DEOs) from the Provincial Election Commission, as well as Regional and District Election Commissioners. These officials will receive specialized training aimed at enhancing their proficiency in using the EMS system effectively.
As the training program progresses, a briefing will be conducted for senior officers from the four provinces, scheduled to take place from July 24 to 26. This briefing will offer a comprehensive overview of the EMS system's functionalities and provide guidance on its strategic implementation.