The Gambia

Development Objectives

The project seeks to address emerging capacity development challenges of The Gambia within the framework of the Regional Bureau for Africa strategy on capacity development for pro-poor growth and accountability (CD-PGA).

Activities

i. Provision of up-stream rapid policy advisory services and technical expertise, including UNVs and NUNVs, in specific areas of immediate concern to the Government and other stakeholders to enhance formulation and implementation of policies for pro-poor growth and accountability
ii. Provide short-term training (3-6 months) and support attendance of key conferences/workshops and exchange visits within the region to enable targeted institutions and individuals to acquire critical skills and expertise in policy formulation and implementation
iii. Develop a small grants programme to support implementation of pilot projects on capacity development for pro-poor growth and accountability that have the potential in becoming full-scale interventions attracting additional bi- and multi-lateral donor resources
iv. Support to Quarterly and Annual Review Meetings and Stakeholder workshops
v. Sensitization and capacity building of national counterparts in UNDP Corporate mandate and Programme Cycle Management
vi. Support to scoping/programme formulation missions
vii. Develop country tailored NEX project procedures and operations manuals and build capacity amongst stakeholders to improve project/programme implementation
viii. Formulate and implement a cohesive CPD/CPAP Monitoring and Evaluation Plan
ix. Support development and implementation of communications, partnership building and resource mobilisation strategies
x. Support and build capacity for the roll-out of HACT
xi. Support the UNDP CO realignment process, including Job Fair, training, retention of best local and international professionals

Intended Results

i. Rapid advisory services provided, technical expertise secured and critical skills acquired by targeted institutions and individuals to address emerging needs for capacity development
ii. Establishment of a conducive framework to facilitate continuous dialogue and enhanced coordination and cooperation between UNDP, Government and other national stakeholders to support the implementation of the CPD and CPAP for 2007-2011
iii. Increased development effectiveness of UNDP programme interventions through strengthening programme development and oversight capacities, fostering of effective monitoring and evaluation systems, development of sound communications, partnership building and resource mobilisation strategies, and supporting efficient management of financial resources, including the roll-out of the Harmonised Approach to Cash Transfers (HACT).

Corporate Thematic Area: Poverty Reduction

Project Status : Operational

Location: National

Period of the Project: (July 2007 December 2011)

UNDP Program Officer: Mamour A. Jagne, Program Specialist

National Implementing Partner: Office of The President

Project Director: Permanent Secretary I, Office of The President

Major Sources of Financing : Regular – US $ 1.5 million , Gambia Government – US $ 0.12 million

Delivery: US $ 290,000