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Methodologies for Assessing MfDR Readiness in African Countries

Methodologies for Assessing MfDR Readiness in African Countries. African Community of Practice in Management for Development Results – AfCoP - MfDR Marco VAREA African Development Bank, Hotel AFRICA, Tunis , 11-13 December 2012. The presenter. Main objectives of the presentation.

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Methodologies for Assessing MfDR Readiness in African Countries

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  1. Methodologies for Assessing MfDR Readiness in African Countries African Community of Practice in Management for Development Results – AfCoP- MfDR Marco VAREA African Development Bank, Hotel AFRICA, Tunis, 11-13 December 2012

  2. The presenter

  3. Main objectives of the presentation Disseminate the MfDR tools to be used by AfCoP and RECs Gather information to …. Think out of the box …

  4. Overview Introduction to the Readiness Assessment Tools (RATs) Ⅰ Country ReadinessAssessmentTool Ⅱ InstitutionalReadinessAssessmentTool Ⅲ Convergence criteria of the performance REC countries member Ⅳ Final Comments Ⅳ

  5. Ⅰ. Introduction to the Readiness Assessment Tools (RATs)

  6. MfDR general approach MfDR is a strategy focusing on using performance information to improve decision-making. MfDR agenda goes beyond aid effectiveness MfDR has become a key element of good governance. MfDR agenda seek to strengthen the quality of public policies and are part of an integrated approach.

  7. MfDR Framework Va l ue Cha i n

  8. Principles of designingRATs

  9. The main objectives of the tools are … • Conduct diagnostics to assess the level of institutionalization of MfDR in African countries • Assess direct impact of AfriK4R in countries benefiting technical assistance

  10. And other objectives… no less important • Evaluate the extent of integration of public policies • Mainstreaming MfDR in countries with support of AfDB, AfCoP and RECs

  11. Main Characteristics • Evidence based (it is not a survey) Evaluators gather information based on the gap between what the legal framework indicates and its compliance. • Comprehensiveness Takes into account all elements in the project and management cycle. • Simplicity Includes the necessary elements to analyze MfDR in a brief period of time. • Value Added The tool reflects the state of the art in MfDR evaluation tools and conveys good practice. • Flexibility Different ways to be applied

  12. Diagnostic Instruments

  13. II. Country Readiness Assessment Tools (CRATs)

  14. Levels of Analysis

  15. 5 pillars

  16. Scoring System

  17. CRAT – 1th Pillar Leadership Accountability and Partnership

  18. CRAT – 2ndPillar Pillar Component Example of indicator Variables or Indicators Planning for Results • Government Strategic Plan (GSP) • Standards, coverage and dissemination of ex-ante Evaluation • Plan–Programs–Budget Coordination • Participatory Planning

  19. CRAT – 3rd Pillar Results-Based Budget • Legal framework of program based budgeting • Medium-Term Budgetary Framework • Budget Information Dissemination • Budget and Integrated Public Financial Management • Procurement Systems • Audit Systems

  20. CRAT – 4th Pillar Implementing for Results • Sector Planning Capacity • Human Resources Capacity • Operational Capacity to deliver Goods and Services • Financial Capacity to deliver Goods and Services

  21. CRAT – 5th Pillar Performance Information Systems and Monitoring and Evaluation • Statistics Capacity Framework and Capacity Building • Performance Information Systems • Monitoring Results Framework • Evaluating Results Framework

  22. Pillars and Components Pillar Component

  23. Pillars and Components Pillar Component

  24. Scoring System • Each pillar is worth five points. • Matrix with weighting factors: • The variables and components are equally weighted, so as each pillars.

  25. CRAT Evaluation Matrix

  26. CRAT Presentation

  27. Application and Validation Procedure Independent consultants apply the instrument through the following steps • Review of secondary sources (CFAA, CPAR, PEFA, other diagnostics) • Interview process with government officials • Preparation of draft report • Peer review of draft report and reviewing by Bank staff • Consultation with members of civil society • Validation workshop with government officials • Final Report incorporating comments • Publication of Final Report

  28. The CRAT is NOT… • An opinion survey • A measuring instrument of short-term policy reform • A certification instrument of public policies

  29. III. Institutional ReadinessAssessmentTool (IRAT)

  30. IRAT – 1st Pillar - Leadership • Readiness on Leadership Capacity (8 indicators) • Readiness on Culture Change to Mainstream MfR (8 indicators) • Human Resources (9 indicators)

  31. IRAT – 2nd Pillar – Planning for Results • Result-based Strategic Planning (6 indicator) • Operational Planning (2 indicators) • Linkage of Strategic & Operational Planning (5 indicators) • Indicators as Standards & Targets for planning (5 indicators) • Involvement of Stakeholder in Planning (6 indicators)

  32. IRAT – 3rd Pillar - Program Based Budgeting and FM • Budget Allocation (3 indicators) • Efficient use of financial resources (3 indicators)

  33. IRAT – 4thPillar - Performance Information Systems • Data analysis and adequacy of Technology (IT) (7 indicators) • Information Systems & Processes (5 indicators) • Collection of Performance Information (7 indicators) • Use & Reporting of Performance Information (9 indicators)

  34. IRAT – 5thPillar - M&E IRAT – 6th Pillar – Institutional / Organizational Management & Infrastructure • Strategies & Policies (12 indicators) • Institutional/Organizational Structure (12 indicators) • Institutional/Organizational Values (5 indicators) • Reporting on Performance Information to stakeholders (10 indicators) • Mainstreaming of Evaluation (2 indicators)

  35. IRAT Evaluation Matrix

  36. IRAT Presentation

  37. IV. Convergence criteria of the performance REC countries member

  38. Areas of Partnership Two RECs: – the Western African and Economic Monetary Union (WAEMU) and - the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) – Chose to partner with the AfriK4R initiative in order to accelerate the implementation of the regional policies in their member countries

  39. Methodology (1) With AfriK4R, WAEMU and COMESA set up Performance-oriented tools To track the convergence of their member states against key criteria and to enhance further regional integration.

  40. Methodology (2) The process includes : • Assessing the level of the implementation of the regional policy at country level in the selected areas to establish baselines; • Defining common indicators to monitor progress; • Establishing standard formats to report on performance; • Identifying best practices and building consensus on the best practices through extensive stakeholder consultations; • Defining action plans with agreed targets based on the best practices; • Coaching stakeholders on the implementation of the action plans at the country level; • Providing space for review, dialogue, mutual learning, and accountability.

  41. Three Strategic Policy Areas Effective Institutions and Public Financial Management Systems; Trade facilitation and free movement of goods and factors; Business environment, to improve regional integration.

  42. Macro / Fiscal Convergence Public Expenditure and Financial Accountability (PEFA) : • Credibility of the budget; Comprehensiveness and transparency ; Policy-based budgeting; Predictability and control in budget execution; Accounting, recording and reporting; External scrutiny and audit

  43. PEFA Indicators Main source of information: www.pefa.org

  44. 9 Indicators for Business Environment Main source of information: WB Doing Business Starting a business; Dealing with construction permits; Getting electricity; Registering property; Getting credit; Protecting investors; Paying taxes; Enforcing contracts ; and Resolving insolvency.

  45. 5 Indicators for Trade Facilitation Main source of information: Statistics and REC Data bases Customs documentation and administrative procedures Free movement of people (immigration procedures): Quality inspection procedures Transiting procedures Road blocks

  46. Get the work done

  47. Value added of the model… • Open models adjustable to the needs of the countries and the RECs, however … • It benefits from the experience to compare different realities / South-South Transfer

  48. Final Comments • MfDR is a long term process !!! • Develop a credible action plan, consistent with the programs established in the NDP and the budget • Leadership to put in place individual and institutional incentives • Reliable information systems • Define the strategy: there is no single recipe (gradual reform or shock)

  49. Thank you very much! MarcoVAREA marcovarea@gmail.org The results, interpretations, and conclusions expressed in this document do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the Executive Directors of the African Development Bank nor of the governments they represent. The African Development Bank does not guarantee the accuracy of the data included in this document. The borders, colors, denominations, and any other information that appears in any map in this document do not imply any judgment on the part of the African Development Bank with regard to the legal status of any territory nor the approval or acceptance of such borders.

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