TRANSPARENCY INTERNATIONAL UGANDA

TIU Strategy “ Improving the Quality of Life of Ugandans through Improved Governance and Accountability ”

The Big Picture Before we built our plan, we examined the big picture  We discussed how the major trends could impact stakeholders in TIU’s space in the next 5 years.  We charted the major threats and opportunities that the stakeholders could create in our space

We identified our achievements  Carried out monitoring of political party financing during the 2006 general elections in Uganda. Lessons learnt from this intervention have informed the partnership and design of a joint election monitoring programme  In July 2008 Transparency International Uganda commenced implementation of its flagship health programme, Transparency and Integrity in Service Delivery in Africa (TISDA) that aimed at improving the quality of life of Ugandans through better governance in the health sector

… our achievements  In the education sector, Transparency International Uganda implemented the Africa Education Watch. TIU completed studies on corruption in the primary education sub sector. The results were used to design and implement advocacy activities to improve governance in the sub sector.  With funding from Partnership for Transparency Fund (PTF), Transparency International Uganda successfully implemented a one year (September 2008-December 2009) community empowerment programme to address corruption in Rakai District, Central Uganda

… our achievements The Danida Human Rights and Good Governance Programme (HUGGO) facilitated TIU’s institutional strengthening initiatives. Among others, TIU designed a website, trained staff, developed a new strategic plan and maintained key functions of the office running. HUGGO funding was vital in attracting addition funds for TIU programmes.

We identified the stakeholders Formal and informal institutions National and local government institutions Central government (executive) Legislature and the Judiciary) Local government structures (local councils, technocrats) Government departments involved in service delivery and policy implementation Official anti-corruption agencies Faith Based Organizations Opinion leaders Cultural leaders CSO leaders

Major future opportunities  International and national anti-corruption policies and strategies.  Conducive legal and institutional framework for fighting corruption.  Availability of donor funding to anti-corruption organizations and institutions.  Comprehensive legal and policy framework to combat corruption.  Supportive anti-corruption institutions.

We decided that our plan must consider these priorities 1.Transparency and accountability in service delivery 2.Deepening Democracy and Political Accountability 3.Transparency and accountability in the extractive industry 4.Institutional strengthening and development

TIU vision, mission  Vision:  “A Uganda in which the daily lives of the people are free of corruption”  Mission:  “To promote consciousness about corruption and its effects and a society that espouses value systems and principles of transparency and accountability”.

TIU Core values  Core Values  Integrity:  Transparency  Objectivity  Fairness  Justice  Upright morals  Non-discrimination

Where we work  country wide through promotion of, institutionalization of good governance practices, democracy, accountability, transparency and openness in decision making at national and local levels.  works with local organizations that are firmly rooted on the ground and helps those that have the potential but are in the process of formation to strengthen them to play their part

Thematic Programme Areas “ Improving the Quality of Life of Ugandans through Improved Governance and Accountability ”

TA1: Transparency and accountability in service delivery  KRA1: Improved transparency and accountability in Uganda‘s health sector 1. National and local policies for health delivery services are regularly reviewed, assessed and evaluated for their relevance, effectiveness and impact in mitigating poor health conditions in Uganda 2.An advocacy and campaign strategy is developed, implemented and evaluated for effectiveness and impact for improved service delivery in the health sector 3.Community Voluntary Accountability Committees for improved transparency and accountability in the health sector established/strengthened

TA1: Transparency and accountability in service delivery KRA2: Improved transparency and accountability in the education sector 1. Improved efficiency and effectiveness in the utilization of financial and non-financial resources in the education sector 2.Community structures for promoting transparency and accountability in the education sector at community levels strengthened

TA1: Transparency and accountability in service delivery KRA3: Improved transparency, integrity and accountability in water supply and sanitation sector 1.National and local level water policies strategies and plans are reviewed, analysed and results are used for advocacy engagement 2.Water service monitoring structures are established and functional at community level for improved service delivery

TA1: Transparency and accountability in service delivery KRA3: Improved transparency and accountability in the service delivery in the private sector

TA2: Deepening Democracy and Governance in Politics  KRA1: Political parties are open, transparency and accountable in the generation and utilization of campaign finances and make their information accessible to the public on a regular basis 1.Advocate for comprehensive legal polices and regulatory framework to compel political parties to practice transparency and accountability for their finances 2.Mobilize and organize citizen groups to petition courts, Electoral Commission, Parliament and other public institutions to compel political parties to adhere to legal policy and regulatory frameworks

TA2: Deepening Democracy and Governance in Politics KRA2: Political parties are exercising internal democracy and increase the participation of members in decision making, transparency and accountability 1.Establish a benchmark for monitoring internal democracy and democratic culture within the political parties 2.Monitor national and local council electoral processes and conduct of legislative business. 3.Hold elected leaders accountable through monitoring and evaluation of progress towards implementing campaign manifestos and promises and national programmes

TA3: Transparency and accountability in the extractive industry enhanced KRA1: A Legal and regulatory framework for revenue sharing in the Extractive Industry is in place and being implemented 1.Undertake policy review /research to identify gaps and advocate for policy change 2.Engage with government, parliament, donors and oil exploration companies to develop a comprehensive legal, policy and regulatory framework for revenue sharing

TA3: Transparency and accountability in the extractive industry enhanced KRA2: Citizens are mobilized and organized and participate actively in the demands 1.Organize campaigns for citizens to engage in demanding accountability and transparency in the extractive industries

TA4: Institutional and organization Development KRA1: Governance and Management Systems are in place and fully functional KRA2: TIU Sustainability Strategy in Place and Functional KRA3: Information management Systems in place and functional

Activity Implementation 1: Research and Surveys National; Public Expenditure, Baselines, Integrity assessments. Regional Eg East African Bribery Index (EABI), Bribery as a Non Tariff Barrier to Trade, National Integrity Surveys International; Eg Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI),Global Corruption Barometer (GCB), Bribe Payers Index (BPI), Defense and Security Integrity Index

……Activity Implementation 2: Capacity Building/ Integrity Training – Corporate Bodies eg UNBS, NWSC, – Private sector – Civil society –, – District Local Governments – Media, Investigative Journalism – Publications Anti corruption Hand Books and manuals

……Activity Implementation 3: Integrity systems and Support Third Party monitoring, Integrity pacts, Voluntary Accountability Committees, Development pacts Call centre management UMEME, Lira Whistle blowers polices

…Activity Implementaion 4. Media Outreach Press conferences/releases Documentaries Radio talk shows Radio Jingles TV spots

……Activity Implementation 5. Other Activities Research Based advocacy National Anti Corruption Campaigns eg Anti Corruption Week, Coalitions /Networking with others eg UDN, ACCU, HURINET, FABIO, FENU etc Global networking IACC, UNCAC, UNODC, etc

TIU STRUCTURE General Assembly Membership – Overall policy organ Advisory Committee – Trusteeship – Guidance Board of Directors – Policy formulation/ approval – General oversight Secretariat – Implementation