SAIs making a difference by engaging with SDGs

We will talk about…. 1.Why does auditing SDGs matter ? 2.What is different about Auditing SDGs? 3.How can SAIs make a difference ? 4. Key Messages

Why does Auditing SDGs matter ? Implementation of SDGs will lead to value and benefits for citizens SAIs have a central role in providing independent oversight on implementation of Agenda 2030 Agenda 2030 provides for follow up and review. So does Cross cutting priority 2 in INTOSAI SP 2017-2022 SAI need to stay relevant and not be ‘left behind’ All United Nations Members States jointly committed to The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in September 2015.

What is different in Auditing SDGs ? 1. Integration - Whole of Government Approach 2. Inclusiveness - Leave No one Behind 3. Follow up and Review – Data Framework and performance information 4. Multi stakeholder engagement

Whole of Government approach ( WoG) WoG is an overarching term for a group of responses to the problem of increased fragmentation of the public sector and public services and a wish to increase integration, coordination and capacity. Input Output Outcome Shift

Degrees in policy integration and related concepts ? Source : The World Public Sector Report 2018

Degrees in policy integration and related concepts Source: Stead and Meijers (2009).

Elements of Inclusiveness Non-Discrimination Subsidiarity Leaving no one behind Intergenerational equity Participation access to public service is to be provided on general terms of equality all significant groups should be actively involved in matters that directly affect them and have a chance to influence policy central authorities should perform only those tasks which cannot be performed effectively at a more intermediate or local level balance the short-term needs of today’s generation with the longer-term needs of future generations public policies take into account the needs and aspirations of all segments of society, including the poorest and most vulnerable and those subject to discrimination

Multi-stakeholder Engagement Stakeholder mapping RACI Analysis Survey Focus Group Discussions

How can SAIs make a difference ? SAI Strategic Management Reflect on SAI needs for engaging with SDGs Include SDG engagement in SAI SP, OP and PAR Auditing SDGs High quality audit of preparedness for implementation of SDGs High quality audits of SDG goals and targets as per Agenda 2030 features SAIs lead by example SAIs are public institutions under SDG 16 Effective, accountable and inclusive SAIs

Key Messages 1. Advocate SAI role Engage with key stakeholders for visibility of audit effort 2. SAI Leadership to determine SAI’s strategic direction in engaging with SDGs 3. To begin with focus on ‘preparedness’ not ‘implementation’ across ‘entire agenda’ 4. Recognise what is different in Auditing Agenda 2030 5. Cannot audit SDGs without considering inclusiveness 6. High quality audits as per ISSAIs 7. Stakeholders expect SAIs to go beyond traditional financial/compliance audits to look at performance 8. Engage widely with national and international stakeholders throughout the audit process