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Rwanda’s Practice or Approach of Planning and Evaluation–Use of Performance Contracts “ Imihigo ”

Rwanda’s Practice or Approach of Planning and Evaluation–Use of Performance Contracts “ Imihigo ”. International Conference on National Evaluation Capacities (NEC ). Tumwine James Director of EDPRS-Rwanda. Outline. Overview : Rwanda – the Country

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Rwanda’s Practice or Approach of Planning and Evaluation–Use of Performance Contracts “ Imihigo ”

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  1. Rwanda’s Practice or Approach of Planning and Evaluation–Use ofPerformance Contracts “Imihigo” International Conference on National Evaluation Capacities (NEC) Tumwine James Director of EDPRS-Rwanda

  2. Outline • Overview :Rwanda – the Country • What is Imihigo? Traditional and Modern Views • Objectives of Imihigo • Guiding Principles for the Imihigo • Assessing the Imihigo • Conclusions International Conference on National Evaluation Capacities (NEC)

  3. Overview Rwanda • Hilly and touristic country; • 2000 adopted Decentralization; • Decentralization implemented in phases; • 4 Provinces + Kigali City with 30 districts • ~10M of population International Conference on National Evaluation Capacities (NEC)

  4. What is Imihigo? Traditional Definition Imihigo is a cultural practice in the ancient tradition of Rwanda where an individual would set himself/herself targets to be achieved within a specific period of time and to do so by following some principles and having determination to overcome the possible challenges. International Conference on National Evaluation Capacities (NEC)

  5. What is Imihigo? Modern Definition • H.E the President introduced Imihigo in the development process in 2006 • Invaluable tool in the planning, accountability and performance management • Results are reviewed for three pillars: Economic Development, Social Development and Governance and Justice • Ensure full participation and ownership by citizens Performance-based approach = “Imihigo‟ International Conference on National Evaluation Capacities (NEC)

  6. What is Imihigo? In sum: Imihigo = Performance Contracting International Conference on National Evaluation Capacities (NEC)

  7. Objectives of Imihigo • Speed-up implementation of the local and national development agenda towards Vision 2020, its medium-term plan the Economic Development and Poverty Reduction Strategy (EDPRS) and the MDGs • Ensure stakeholder ownership of the development agenda • Promote accountability and transparency International Conference on National Evaluation Capacities (NEC)

  8. Objectives of Imihigo • Promote results-oriented performance • Instill innovation and encourage competitiveness • Promote zeal and determination to achieve set goals • Foster a culture of results and performance evaluation International Conference on National Evaluation Capacities (NEC)

  9. Guiding Principles for the Imihigo • Voluntary: It is a choice of the citizens, guidance is provided to ensure that national priorities are matching with local ones • Ambitious: You promise and vow to achieve only what you do not already have • Excellence: Imihigo is about outstanding performance: something worth of praise [an activity with a big picture and positive impact] to citizens and the development of the area and the Country in general International Conference on National Evaluation Capacities (NEC)

  10. Assessment of the Imihigo • Each year, a budget is assigned for the implementation of Government Priorities • Districts choose tangible activities that have a big impact on lives of citizens and development of the country • At the end of the fiscal year, an Assessment is done at the National Level to track progress on in the three pillars. • The Assessment is done by different institutions at the National Level • 2 days are spent in each district: one to evaluate reports and another for activities in the field International Conference on National Evaluation Capacities (NEC)

  11. Strategic “Imihigo” planning District must align its activities towards National Vision International Conference on National Evaluation Capacities (NEC)

  12. Annual Performance Contract (Imihigo Planning) Annually Presentation to CG (President/Mayors) National Dialogue Meeting (Constitutional) Orientation Every Six Months Presentation to Province Review with CG Monthly: Progress report Quarterly Accountability Day (local) Presentation to JAF and Council Imihigo – Monitoring and Evaluation Cycle International Conference on National Evaluation Capacities (NEC)

  13. Key Stakeholders President’s Office Prime Minister’s Office MINECOFIN Other Sectorial Ministries MINALOC Dev Partners, NGO,s, Private Sector, Civil Society etc NDIS Provinces District 1 District 2 District … District 30 Sector Cell Village International Conference on National Evaluation Capacities (NEC)

  14. Conclusion The result of implementing the Imihigo has led to: • Promotion of a competitive spirit among leaders and enthusiasm towards the Rwanda’s development. • Efficient monitoring and evaluation of development initiatives has also been successful under this approach. It has been found therefore, that with adequate resources, visionary leadership and organisational development, performance excellence is a MUST. International Conference on National Evaluation Capacities (NEC)

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