Case studies of Joint Programmes

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Case studies of Joint Programmes

• Why relevance, efficiency, effectiveness and
  development impact of joint programmes focus on
  the modality
• Where 14 countries, all regions, range of
  sectors
• How local consultants, principal consultant in
  HQ, supported by UNDGO and Joint Programmes
  working group

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Characteristics of JPs in the case studies

• Strengthen partnerships amongst UN agencies
• They are of short duration, often extended in
  phases, and can be unfocused
• The guidelines do not facilitate a programme
  approach
• JPs are not usually the result of the UNDAF/ JSM
  process often the reverse

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Selected findings

• There is some evidence that JPs can leverage
  resources, reduce transaction costs for national
  partners and reduce duplication
• True JPs can be a useful way to address complex
  development challenges
• It is useful to have a range of options for joint
  working

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Some conclusions

• JPs need to be embedded in the UNDAF process
• The JSM is a unique opportunity to involve
  non-resident agencies, and to link JPs to
  national processes such as SWAps
• Certain conditions support JPs complex
  development challenge, institutional support,
  assured resources, a joint assessment of the
  problem and clear strategic objectives