Supplementary memorandum submitted by
the ODI on Best-practice criteria for donors, recipients and NGOs
BEST-PRACTICE CRITERIA: A SYNTHESIS OF FOCUS-GROUP
DISCUSSIONS
How to be a good donor
A clear development philosophy
A wide range of instruments
A high grant element
Low tying of aid
A jointly negotiated aid framework
A capacity for policy analysis
Constructive policy dialogue
A long-term commitment
A capacity for sector analysis and planning
Cooperation with other donors
A commitment to genuine recipient and stake-holder participation in project selection and design
Systematic and transparent procedures for project appraisal and approval
Decentralised decision-making and management
High technical capacity in field offices and headquarters
Continuity of project management
Flexibility on the ground in project operations
Quick, simple, open procedures for financing and procurement
Effective monitoring and evaluation, leading to change
A high level of accountability
How to be a good recipient
Respect for human rights and liberty of press
Internal peace and stability
A commitment to development
Clear long- and medium-term strategies
A commitment to open and constructive policy dialogue at macro and sector levels
A good working relationship with donors
| The technical and administrative capacity to identify, prepare, and appraise projects for donor financing
Clear lines of authority for decentralised planning and project implementation
A commitment to beneficiary participation
A commitment to meeting staffing and local provisions for projects
The absence of corruption
Good administration and accounting
Timely monitoring and reporting
A commitment to self-criticism and learning
How to be a good NGO
Clear objectives
Communication and coordination with government
Capacity-building and use of local structures
Flexibility
Community participation
Advocacy
Attention to women's issues
Accountability to the people, government, and donors
Transparency
Low overheads and good administration
Compliance with government guidelines
Ability to link relief with development by adopting an integrated approach
Coordination between NGOs
Use of local resources and structures
Support to local NGOs
Few expatriate staff and many employment opportunities for nationals
Effective and efficient use of resources
Quality and timeliness of reporting
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Source: Development in Practice, Volume 7, Number 4, page 411, November 1997.
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