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GZ - IDF Public Procurement  Reform Supp The purpose or objective of the IDF grant is to assist the PA in implementing top priority procurement reform recommendations as a result of the CPAR exercise.  To assist the Palestinian Authority in implementing Public procurement reform in line with the Country Procurement Assessment Report recommendations. The Activities for which the Grant is given are as follows: (a) For the ppurpose of formulating a uniform procurement law: (i) the identifying of key facets of existiong procurement laws, including involving stakeholders; (ii) the carrying out of workshops to document key issues and resolutions; and (iii) the drafting of a unified public procurement law and relevant regulations; (b) provision of technical assisatance for the purposes of developing standard national bidding documents for procurement of works, goods and services; and (c) capacity building of key Palestinian Authority staff, including staff from Non Governmental Organizations and private sector in carrying out public procurement activities.
Public Expenditure Management and Financial Accountability This proposed grant aims to improve the effectiveness of BPK efforts in forensic auditing through development of technical skills of its staff.  The program includes technical assistance from qualified international consultants and on the job training of investigation with real fraud and corruption cases, to develop a core cadre of trained forensic auditors in BPK.  This program will also support selected participants to acquire certification as Certified Fraud Examiners.
Building Local Government Capacity in Support of Fiscal Decentralization IDF Grant
Capacity for Service Delivery Indicators The development objectives are (i) to promote the use of the SDI data by a variety of stakeholders in selected SDI countries to for influential analysis of policy-relevant national and regional issues; and (ii) to convene policy and media fora for SDI analyses to spur public debate on HD service delivery to feed into policy dialogue and public accountability cycles.
Improving Financial Accountability in SOE and Private Enterprises Improving accounting standards and disclosures for SOE and Private Enterprises.
Strengthening and Consolidation of internal control Framework of Fed Gov't The Mexican Ministry of Public Administration (SFP) has identified the need to improve the current internal control practices in the public sector, as they function in a reactive rather than a preventive manner, occasioning an inefficient use and protection of the public resources. To this end, the objectives of the requested grant are the following:  1) Build up institutional capacity for the development of a new internal control framework, which needs to be robust enough to face the increasing complexity and challenging operational environment of the federal public administration in Mexico. 2) Strength the existent risk management model with the objective of encouraging a preventive, proactive and self identification approach in internal control matters. 3) Develop adequate expertise in a certain number of public servants for the application of the new internal control methodologies. The objectives of the Project are: (a) to strengthen the institutional capacity of the Ministry of Public Administration (SFP by its Spanish acronym) to implement the new internal control model to address the increasingly complex and challenging operating environment faced by the public sector entities; (b) strength SFP existent risk management model to promote a preventive, proactive and self identification approach to internal control matters; and (c) to promote the development of appropriate institutional skills in the public sector employees for the implementation of the new internal control model.
Implementation of AML/CFT Assist the country in setting up the FIU establishing internal procedures for the FIU including budget management, promoting effective bank supervisory systems in AML, disseminating AML/CFT practices in banks and in non-financial professions, and train the judiciary. Countributing to support Mauritania's efforts to better fight corruption, helping the country to meet its international commitments as set forth in the UN convention in terrorist financing and transnational crime. Ultimately, by helping the country to create an operational AML/CFT system consistent with international standards, the project will prevent financial sector from being used by criminals and reinforce, at the same time, the action on corporate governance/transparency and secure management of oil revenues. Considering the fact that the first disbursement has been done only recently (July 2008), the work program as designed in the IDF project has not been implemented yet. However, the multiple activities on AML than have been initiated by the country over the last 12 months are very encouraging and promising. As an example of this is the enactment of two key regulations from the Central Bank, dated July 29, 2008, instructing banks on how to report suspicious activities to the CANIF. An official template for reporting unusual transactions has also been endorsed and circulated to reporting entities. This is a significant step towards the effective implementation of the AML/CFT law. It is expected that the CANIF will soon receive STRs and start processing reports.
Building Better Cities Through Better Urban Managers The program built on the success of the pilot Mayors Executive Education Program, jointly organized by the Academy of Managers for Construction and Cities (AMC) and WBI,  on December 14 to 18, 2009 in Hanoi. This course covered 35 class 1, 2 and 3 cities.  In response to the request from the Government of Vietnam (Ministry of Construction), the program assisted the AMC to strengthen its role as the lead institution and coordinator of capacity building programs for city leaders (in partnership with ACVN, VIAP and other key agencies in urban development) by scaling up this Executive Program to cover a broader set of topics on urban planning and city management. Towards this end, the program had the following components: a) Development of Modules on Urban Planning and City Management ($70K). AMC has limited experience in offering broader urban planning and management courses to city leaders and technical staff. To date, it has employed traditional methods of capacity building (e.g. "mass training") focused primarily on the construction sector. With support from international and local experts, the AMC  further developed the mayors executive education course with additional topics. b) Training of Trainers (TOT) Program ($30K): The ToT workshops targeted AMC faculty and staff and trainers from other universities and departments. c) Pilot delivery of the course(s) ($20K). The grant supported the pilot delivery of the course with a focus on secondary cities not covered in the December 2009 Executive course delivery. These activities were completed as of  June 2013. The objective of this work is to develop the capacity of the Academy for Managers of Construction and Cities to develop and deliver high quality executive training for Mayors and Vice Mayors of Vietnamese (medium sized) cities.
Building Capacity for a Multisectoral Response to HIV/AIDS Provide capacity to the Government of Mauritius to develop adequate policies, to coordinate and monitor its HIV/AIDS program.  The development objective of the grant is to strengthen the capacity of the NAS and its key partners to plan, implement, monitor and evaluate the multisectoral response to the spread of HIV/AIDS in Mauritius.
REGIONAL CAPACITY BUILDING AND KNOWLEDGE SHARING IN STRENGTHENING HEALTH SYSTEMS The overriding goal is to support a premiere South African institution to play a leadership role in the region by assisting other countries to strengthen their health systems while addressing emerging public health problems, including the spread of drug resistant strains of tuberculosis. To this end, the project will: (i) establish regional capacity for quality assured laboratory diagnostic services, (ii) assist to put in place monitoring and evaluation capacity, and (iii) develop and oversee an operational research agenda in collaboration with other African institutions, using tuberculosis as an entry point. The development objective of this grant is to assist the Medical Research Council to build regional capacity through the transfer of knowledge and expertise in setting up quality assured TB diagnostic services in Botswana, Lesotho, Namibia and Swaziland, to deal with the threat posed by the spread of drug resistant TB in the sub-region.
Strengthening Forest Monitoring The primary objective of the grant is to develop and strengthen Armenia's forest institutions' capacities to combat illegal logging and other forest violations. The second objective of the grant is to create a model of public awareness and promote public participation for complex monitoring of illegal use of forest resources. In particular, the grant will support: (a) building capacity to strengthen the forest monitoring; (b) developing innovative and new systems and procedures for effective forest monitoring; and (c) promoting public awareness and strengthening public participation to combat illegal forest use in a sustained manner. These objectives are closely linked with the on-going Bank-government policy dialogue on combating illegal logging and forest removal through the series of four consecutive PRSCs in the past four years. This dialogue resulted in an increasing commitment by the government to combat illegal logging, demonstrated with continuous legal and institutional reforms, such as adoption of the new Forest Policy and Strategy, Forest Code, and Illegal logging Action Plan and establishment of an autonomous state forest monitoring system.  TF092157 8-16-11 Per Aziz' email 8-16-11 change TTLship from Artavard Hokobyan to Arusyak Alaverdyan. The objective of the grant is to improve the effectiveness of Armenia's State Forest Monitoring Center (Monitoring Center) in order to better monitor and control illegal logging in Armenia.
Public Sector Audit Capacity Building IDF Strengthening capacity of the Accounts committee of the Republic of Kazakhstan to perform audits in accordance with INTOSAI standards TF094540 The development objective of the project is to build capacity of the Accounts Committee. Specifically the Project will: (i) support the Accounts Committee (AC) to fulfill its mandate, as the Supreme Audit Institution, in line with guidance provided by international standards issued by International Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions (INTOSAI); (ii) support training of audit specialists of the Accounts Committee in general audit techniques, based on international best practice, including performance or value for money audits, and attestation audits that would help provide the skills needed to audit government accounts; (iii) support development of a long-term strategy and development plan for the Accounts Committee; and (iv) support a review of the institutional and legal framework with a view to developing an institutional structure that would ensure effectiveness, professionalism and independence. There is no change in development objectives, and the project is not being restructured. The development objective of the project is to build capacity of the Accounts Committee. Specifically the Project will: (i) supportthe Accounts Committee (AC) to fulfill its mandate, as the Supreme Audit Institution, in line with guidance provided by accounts; (iii) support developmentof a long-term strategy and development plan for the Accounts Committee; and (iv) support a
Philippines Developing Governance Performance Framework for Local Governments The project aims to develop and test a tool for local governments to assess their performance by using measurable indicators that are directly related with LGU governance, with a focus on increasing the accountability of local officials and providing a platform for introducing an incentive-based policy for national government assistance to local governments.  To assist the Recipient in developing and testing a tool for local governments to assess their performance by using simple and measurable indicators directly related with specific Local Government Units (LGUs) governance issues.
Strengthening Accountancy Prog at the University of Liberia The objective of this project is to upgrade the Accounting curriculum and education in Liberia through strengthening the capacity of the Accounting Department of the University of Liberia.  The overall expected outcome is improved accountancy education and training that will help improve transparency and accountability in both the private and public sectors through better financial reporting and oversight arrangements. This will also build trust and confidence in the accountancy profession by the public.
Support to Audit Institutions Support the Mali audit institutions by (i) developing and establish national auditing guidelines, quality review schemes and ethical code (ii) providing required training to accountants and auditors, (iii) promoting the audit functions and empower auditors To support the adoption of internationally accepted auditing guidelines by national auditing bodies. The main activities are (i) establish auditing guidelines and ethical code, (ii) training program, (iii) promotion of audit services and establisha resource center hosted by the OECCA.
Suriname Development of Accounting & Auditing Standards and Practices 1.  Strengthening the Capacity of the Suriname Institute of Chartered Accountants (SUVA) and developing the accountancy profession in Suriname. "   Prepare a Strategic Plan for the Institutional Development of SUVA as a functional professional accountancy body having short, medium and long-term implementation plans. "   Review the training needs of the local accountants and Accounting Technicians. "   Design a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) program/curriculum for the accountants in Suriname, and implement a pilot run of key courses. "   Develop a proposal for revised ethical standards, and disseminate the same, with the goal to finalize these during the life of the project. "   Reviews the qualities of audit work carried out over a two year period, and disseminate the results. "   Review the curriculum of University accountancy education and begin to introduce  IFRS in the curriculum 2.  Strengthening audit and oversight capacity of Rekenkamer Van Suriname - Supreme Audit Institution of Suriname (SAI). "   Provide support preparing the annual public accounts. "   Train the staff in conducting financial audits using international/INTOSAI auditing standards (ISSAIs). "   Conduct a pilot financial audit of one financial year.
CAR_Improving the National Procurement System This IDF aims to improve the efficiency, economy and transparency of the Central African Republic (CAR) Government's procurement, by developing operational capacities in procurement, particularly through supporting the implementation of e-procurement in targeted agencies of the CAR government.  The proposed IDF aims to, in the context of the work of the wider donor community, support CAR in reaching the base-line procurement indicators (OECD/DAC/WB), as well as the performance indicators to improve the national Procurement System, as agreed in the Paris Declaration.  Grant:  $500,000 Original Closing Date Aug. 31, 2012 This IDF aims to improve the efficiency and transparency of the Central African Republic (CAR) Government's procurement, by developing operational capacities in procurement in targeted agencies of the CAR government.
Maldives Strengthening of Procurement Regulatory Framework (a)   Regulatory and Institutional Reform    Provision of technical assistance through the employment of a consultant to assist with: (i) the review of the Operational Manual (OM); (ii) the immediate need of incorporating the new provisions either in the Financial Regulations (FR) or in an attachment to the FR to maintain consistency with current financial regulation and provide necessary legal base within the shortest possible timeframe; (iii) the preparation of a basic suite of standard bidding documents and standard contract documents and technical guidance notes to cover those contracts; and (iv) the establishment of a national complaints mechanisms together with appropriate rules of procedure.    (b),,Dispute Resolution Provision of technical assistance to assist with the preparation and drafting of an Arbitration Act and with the training of a core cadre of local arbitrators (c)   Capacity Development Providing sustainable training program at a national level by: (i) conducting a pilot training program for: (A) procurement officers active in procurement under the Tsunami Relief and Reconstruction Fund (TRRF) and (B) services of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply to provide local training of trainers for the Higher Education College; and (ii) conducting a targeted training program including specialized training for auditors and other stakeholders.    (d),,Public Awareness    (i) Carrying out a public awareness campaign consisting of workshops and seminars for government officers, private sector contractors, suppliers and the general public; and (ii) creating an information procurement website.    (e),,Preparatory Work of Introduction of E-Procurement    (i) Conducting an initial needs and feasibility assessment to provide a basis for a phased approach for introducing e-procurement based on readiness of the public and private agencies and availability of technology; and (ii) provision of procurement equipment and materials to enhance the current capacity of e-advertising, e-issuance of documents and e-publication of awards.
IDF MECOVI-Colombia The IDF Grant for MECOVI-Colombia is to support the National Statistical Office of Colombia (DANE) in their efforts to improve the household surveys of living conditions by providing technical assistance and expert support.  The proposed IDF Grant would support the plan of the Government of Colombia (GOC) to strengthen the National Administrative Department of Statistics# (Departamento Administrativo Nacional de Estadistica - DANE) capability to design and manage an Integrated System of Household Surveys (Sistema Integrado de Encuestas de Hogares # SIEH). The implementation of the SIEH would have the objective of: (i) providing timely and high-quality information to the central and to local governments in support of the design, management and monitoring of the National Development Plan (NDP)#s public policies and programs aimed at reducing poverty and inequality; and (ii) promoting analysis of socioeconomic data and dissemination of socioeconomic statistical information to a wide range of users, including civil society organizations.
Capacity Building for Social Sec. Mgmt. & Reform Grant  will assist the Palestinian Authority in: (a) improving its capacity to manage the social security system; and (b) formulating policy options to reduc the risk of old-age poverty.  The activities for which the Grant is given are as follows:  1) preparation of a study designed to recommend a new legal framework for the unified system of civil servant pension plans, and to outline the administrative and organizational requirements for the establishment of such a system. 2) preparation of a study designed to produce actuarial data on, and prepare a benefit plan for, civil servants in Gaza and the West Bank; and 3) provision of training      including workshops and study tours in the areas of financial management and information systems.
Strengthening the Adjudication Capacity of Traditional Leaders The Project seeks to improve access to justice by strengthening due process guarantees and alternative dispute resolution at the local level.  Stakeholders include members of the formal judicial service and informal systems such as traditional authorities (house of chiefs) focussing on legal empowerment of communities and the recognition customary norms.
Land Acquisition and Resettlement Strengthening Procedures, Monitoring and Oversight The ongoing transformation of China's economy requires conversion of land from agriculture to other purposes. Laws regarding state qcquistion of agricultureal land do not ensure full compensation for lost assets, and do not provide sufficient livelihood restoration assistance to farmers unable to obtain replacement land. Moreover, provincial or municipal officials responsible for land acquistion often interpret general legal principles to the disadvantage of affected persons, or ignore legal principles altogether.  These problems are especially severe in rapidly growing peri-urban areas. As a consequence, land acquisition now ranks among the most controversial public issues in China, drawing the attention of the highest levels of government. In response, the government is now pushing a regulatory reform agenda. The IDF three components and they are 1) Development of detailed implementation guidelines; 2)Development of MLR monitoring and oversight and 3) Training. The proposed IDF grant responds to important priorities of both the governmetn and the Bank. Strengthening procedures, monitoring and oversight on land acquisition and resettlement. The proposed procedures on land acquisition and resettlement information disclosure were consulted broadly throght face-to-face discussions with working levels of land agencies and village committees, were evaluated by national consultants and officials at Ministry of Land Resources. The proposed procedures were submitted to Ministry of Land Resources for internal comments and circulations. Meanwhile, Operational manus and monitoring guidelines on land acquisition and resettlement were drafted and submitted for internal review in Ministry of Land Resources. Contracting a national software developer is under process.
Strengthening the Institutional Capacity of GOSKOMSTAT in the area of National Accounts Institutional Development Fund
Niger Public Procurement Reform Assist the Government in reforming its public procurement code and strenghening institutuional capacity in the area of procurement.
Institutional Development of the MPFEF and collaborating NGO's in promoting legal reform and legal literacy
Support for the Accountancy Profession in Cote d'Ivoire The main objectives of this IDF is to enhance the capacity of Accountancy Professional in Cote d'Ivoire to more effectively carry out its function. This will include training on accounting and auditing procedures along with reviewing the legal framework. The main objective of this IDF is to enhance the capacity of Cote d'Ivoire's professional accountancy body (Ordre des Experts Comptables et des Comptables Agrees de Cote d'Ivoire OECCA-CI) to more effectively carry out its functions as a professional institution but also as a member of IFAC. Specifically, the IDF aims to assist the OECCA-CI to (i) strengthen its legal framework with the adoption of National Auditing Standards and the establishment of an Audit Quality Review (AQR) scheme; (ii) Implement the revised version of  the regional accounting standards (SYSCOA # System Comptable Ouest Africain) with regard to the IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) and support the regional professional qualification scheme developed by WAEMU since 2000.; and (iii) develop and pilot a training program for its members on the practical application of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS). All of this would result in enhancing the quality of the accounting and auditing profession and financial accountability and governance in Cote d'Ivoire.