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Results reporting format The data can be aggregated in one index score or disaggregated into the seven principle-based sub-indices, presented in a “dashboard” format (Figure 2). Coverage The initiative has been developed for all subnational governments in Afghanistan. However, the GOFORGOLD is still under construction and has not yet been rolled-out. Timeline Initiated in 2007. Currently being developed. Gender focus A few specific indicators on gender equality have been included in GOFORGOLD. These include “percentage of women councillors” (with a subindicator assessing the proportion of positions occupied by women which bear ‘real’ influence on local decision-making processes) and “affirmative action for women,” i.e. the existence of policies or programmes that advocate for equal rights between men and women, notably in employment and training opportunities. In addition, wherever possible, GOFORGOLD indicators are disaggregated by sex (e.g. voter participation, number of civil servants, etc.) Other indicators propose gendersensitive sub-indicators on mechanisms/ procedures that are of particular interest to women. For example, the indicator on “protection against crime and violence”, measured in terms of “the number of police staff per 100,000 population”, also has a sub-indicator assessing the “existence of a policy protecting women against violence”. Similarly, the indicator on “security of land tenure and land use” also asks whether women’s property rights are recognized. Poverty focus There is a specific indicator related to poverty which aims to assess the existence of policies or programmes which take into account the needs of poor households, such as a pro-poor pricing policy (e.g. subsidy or cross-subsidy). In addition, for some indicators, results can be disaggregated by income levels to provide information on the relationship between poverty and local governance. Strengths The format of the reporting questionnaire is very user-friendly, presenting each indicator based on 1) the good governance principles monitored by this indicator; 2) its definition; 3) its significance vis-à-vis the IDLG strategic framework, the national development strategy, and the MDGs; and 4) its methodology. Each indicator is complemented by a number of “operational questions”, thus allowing for a more holistic assessment. For instance, the indicator assessing the existence (yes/no) of a facility for citizen complaints is complemented by questions on whether any official has been appointed to receive and respond to complaints (since the mere existence of a facility is no guarantee that it is in operation), and by another question on the percentage of complaints filed which have been addressed (since the mere existence of a facility is no guarantee that it is taking action to redress citizen grievances.) These operational questions can easily be tailored to specific country contexts. This methodology also has a distinctive section assessing the principle of “security”, which will be useful to other countries in post-war settings. Indicators are proposed to measure the quality of conflict resolution mechanisms, the level of protection against crime and violence, and security concerns related to territorial boundaries, land use and land tenure. Weaknesses Not identified, as tool has not been piloted yet. 68 UNDP Oslo Governance Centre
Where to find it The initiative is currently being developed and the only documents available are internal drafts which are not yet available online. A copy of the draft methodology can be found on the Governance Assessment Portal (www.gaportal.org) or else the UNDP Oslo Governance Centre can be contacted directly (oslo. governance.centre@undp.org). Contact details Afghanistan National Development Strategy (ANDS) Gulkhana Palace, Sedarat, Kabul, Afghanistan Email: info@ands.gov.af Phone: 0093.(75).2014821 Supplementary tools/guidelines Not yet available. A Users’ Guide to Measuring Local Governance 69
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A Users’ Guide to Measuring Local
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Contents Acknowledgements Acronyms
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Acknowledgements AUTHORS Alexandra
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Introduction This Guide is intended
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1 Assessments of Local Governance
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Decentralized governance for develo
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and local specificity. In order to
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A critical step in developing an as
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Box 5. Key phases in a governance a
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achieve the results. These can incl
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Gender-sensitivity in governance is
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Table 27: EXAMPLES OF KEY ISSUES FR
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16 Governance for Local Development
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Coverage Following the pilot testin
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Table 32: PBGS in Uganda, Tanzania
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Table 34: Nepal - Summary of the st
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Manual for assessment of Minimum Co
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Table 35: LGPMS - perfofrmance them
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Coverage The LGPMS was field-tested
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19 Index of Responsibility, Transpa
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Gender focus Not explicit. Poverty
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Table 39: Dimensions for the standa
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Table 42: Integrity Indicator score
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Figure 6: 2008 Scorecard Summary: L
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Table 43: Two examples of questions
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