Post-Distribution Monitoring of Cash-Based Interventions 2023
Bulgaria, 2023
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BGR_2023_PDM-CBI_v01_M
Post-Distribution Monitoring of Cash-Based Interventions 2023
PDM-CBI 2023
| Name | Country code |
|---|---|
| Bulgaria | BGR |
Sample Frame, Households [sf/hh]
The 2023 Post-Distribution Monitoring (PDM) of Cash-Based Interventions in Bulgaria was conducted to assess the outcomes of one-time cash assistance programs provided to vulnerable households registered under Temporary or International Protection. These programs included a one-time payment for protection and a one-time payment for winter support, with enrollment starting in August 2022. Data collection took place from March to May 2023 with 258 households through telephone interviews. The PDM captured feedback on demographics, cash utilization, accommodation, expenditure patterns, impact on livelihoods, and satisfaction with the program. The findings highlight the program's positive impact in alleviating financial burdens, improving living conditions, and moderately reducing stress levels, providing valuable insights for future program improvements.
Sample survey data [ssd]
Household
Version
Version 2.1: Edited, cleaned, and anonymised data.
2025-01-20
Scope
The scope includes:
- demographics
- cash utilization
- accommodation
- expenditure patterns
- livelihoods
- satisfaction with assistance
- feedback on humanitarian assistance
| Topic |
|---|
| Cash Assistance |
| Basic Needs |
Coverage
Bulgaria
Households registered under Temporary or International Protection in Bulgaria.
Producers and sponsors
| Name | Affiliation |
|---|---|
| UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) | UN |
| Name |
|---|
| UNHCR |
Sampling
The sample was selected using a probability-based simple random sampling method, targeting households registered under Temporary or International Protection in Bulgaria. This ensured an unbiased representation across various demographics and geographic locations. A total of 258 households participated in the survey. Sampling was aligned with the program's operational coverage to accurately capture feedback from cash assistance recipients. Measures were implemented to address non-response bias, and replacement households were identified when necessary to maintain the target sample size.
Survey instrument
Key topics covered include cash assistance utilization, demographics, expenditure patterns, satisfaction, and feedback on the assistance program.
Data collection
| Start | End |
|---|---|
| 2023-03-07 | 2023-05-02 |
- Computer Assisted Telephone Interview [cati]
| Name | Affiliation | Abbreviation |
|---|---|---|
| UN Refugee Agency | UN | UNHCR |
Data was collected through telephone interviews with heads of household or other consenting adult members. The survey provided feedback on key areas, including cash utilization, challenges, and living conditions.
Data Access
UNHCR (2023). Bulgaria: Post-Distribution Monitoring of Cash-Based Interventions 2023. Accessed from: https://microdata.unhcr.org
Contacts
| Name | Affiliation | |
|---|---|---|
| Curation team | UNHCR | ridlhq@unhcr.org |
Metadata production
DDI_BGR_2023_PDM-CBI_v01_M
| Name | Abbreviation | Affiliation | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| UN Refugee Agency | UNHCR | UN | Metadata producer |
| Development Data Group | DECDG | The World Bank | Metadata adapted for World Bank Microdata Library |
2025-01-21
Metadata version
Identical to a metadata (UNHCR_BUL_2023_PDM) published on UNHCR catalog (https://microdata.unhcr.org/index.php/home). Some of the metadata fields have been edited.