COMMON FRAMEWORK FOR THE COUNTRY ......Serbia is a middle-income country with a high human...

UNDP Country Programme Action Plan for the Republic of Serbia

(2011-2015)

Contents

Part I. Basis of Relationship ....................................................................................... 1 Part II. Situation Analysis ............................................................................................ 2 Part III. Past Cooperation and Lessons Learned ........................................................... 2 Part IV. Proposed Programme ....................................................................................... 6 Part V. Partnership Strategy ......................................................................................... 7

Part VI. Programme Management ................................................................................. 9 Part VII. Monitoring and Evaluation ............................................................................ 10

Part VIII. Commitments of UNDP ................................................................................. 11 Part IX. Commitments of the Government .................................................................. 12 Part X. Other Provisions ............................................................................................. 15

Annex 1: CPAP Results and Resources Framework

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The Government of the Republic of Serbia and the UNDP-Serbia are in mutual agreement to the

content of this document and their responsibilities in the implementation of the country

programme.

Furthering their mutual agreement and cooperation for the realization of the Millennium

Development Goals and the United Nations Conventions and Summits to which the Government

of the Republic of Serbia and UNDP are committed, including: Sustainable Development, Social

Inclusion, Good Governance and Energy and Environment.

Building upon the experience gained and progress made during the implementation of the

previous Country Programme (2005 to 2010),

Entering into a new period of cooperation (2011 to 2015),

Declare that these responsibilities will be fulfilled in a spirit of close cooperation and have agreed

as follows:

Part I. Basis of Relationship

1.1 WHEREAS the Government of the Republic of Serbia (hereinafter referred to as “the

Government”) and the United Nations Development Programme (hereinafter referred to as

UNDP) have entered into a basic agreement to govern UNDP‟s assistance to the country

(Standard Basic Assistance Agreement (SBAA), which was signed by the Government

(Federal Executive Council) of Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia (SFRY) on 24

March 1988. The Government of Federal Republic of Yugoslavia (FRY), as the legal

successor state of SFRY reaffirmed the validity and applicability of this Agreement in 1992.

Equally, legal successor states of FRY, namely State Union of Serbia and Montenegro, and

the Republic of Serbia have also reaffirmed the validity and applicability of the SBAA

originally signed in 1988.

1.2 Based on Article I, paragraph 2 of the SBAA, UNDP‟s assistance to the Government shall be

made available to the Government and shall be furnished and received in accordance with the

relevant and applicable resolutions and decisions of the competent UNDP organs, and subject

to the availability of the necessary funds to the UNDP. In particular, decision 2005/1 of 28

January 2005 of UNDP‟s Executive Board approved the new Financial Regulations and

Rules and along with them the new definitions of 'execution' and „implementation' enabling

UNDP to fully implement the new Common Country Programming Procedures resulting

from the UNDG simplification and harmonization initiative. In light of this decision this

CPAP together with an AWP (which shall form part of this CPAP, and is incorporated herein

by reference) concluded hereunder constitute together a project document as referred to in the

SBAA.


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Part II. Situation Analysis

2.1. Serbia is a middle-income country with a high human development index (HDI) (ranked 60th

globally in 2010, and HDI of 0.735), and it is making progress on wide-ranging economic

and social reforms. Serbia continues to implement European Union accession priorities

through the National Plan for Integration, and its EU candidacy application from December

2009 has reached the European Commission in October 2010.

2.2 The 2010 National Millennium Development Goal (MDG) report finds that achievement of

Goal #1 is constrained by increasing poverty and significant unemployment, particularly

among youth, Roma, persons with disabilities and people living in rural areas. The

population living in poverty declined more than 50 per cent, from 14.6 per cent in 2002 to

6.6 per cent in 2007, but the economic crisis caused the poverty rate to increase to above 9%

in 2009 and 2010. Falling consumption, output and exports, and diminished foreign direct

and domestic investment caused the labour market to tighten in 2010 (19.2 per cent

unemployment)

2.3. The policy and legal frameworks for gender equality are in place, and indicators of gender

equality improved modestly. However, women‟s participation at all levels of political

decision-making remains low, particularly at the sub national level.

2.4 Serbia is establishing the policy and legal framework for public sector reform at the national

and sub national levels. Financial controls, transparent public procurement procedures, anti-

corruption institutions and parliamentary oversight are also being strengthened, but public

finance management remains generally weak according to multilateral and UNDP findings.

2.5 Energy and environmental laws have been adopted, harmonizing Serbian statutes with

European Union norms. Challenges remain, however, in promoting energy efficiency,

reducing greenhouse gas emissions, mitigating the impacts of global climate change, and

better protecting and managing ecosystems and biodiversity.

Part III. Past Cooperation and Lessons Learned

3.1 The UNDP country office in Serbia invested $ 88 million in three programmatic areas in

order to contribute to the achievement of six outcomes in the prior strategy period. The

programmatic areas were: (a) public administration reform; (b) rule of law and access to

justice; and (c) sustainable development. Capacity development was employed pervasively

as a strategic and programmatic approach. The focus was based on UNDP‟s strategic

alignment with Serbia‟s priority for EU accession, combined with human development. -

A brief overview of key results achieved in the past programme, as evidenced by the most

recent 2005-2010 Country Programme Evaluation is given below:

Public administration reform

(MDGs 1, 3, 8)

3.2 CPD Outcome 1-Improved Efficiency, Accountability and Transparency in the Public

Administration ($ 24,116 mil.)


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UNDP support to the Serbian Parliament strengthened Parliament‟s oversight of the

Executive via the introduction of public hearings. As a result of the UNDP‟s interventions,

the Ministry of Public Administration and Local Self-Government was strengthened and is

now advancing Public Administration Reform (PAR) and implementing the PAR Strategy.

A Public Administration Action Plan was adopted in 2009, but the pace of reform has been

slow, and further strengthening is needed. All national stakeholders reported that as a result

of UNDP‟s capacity development interventions between 2005-2009 they have witnessed

improvement in the capacity of their offices to hire staff; implement projects; carry out their

legally mandated tasks more efficiently and transparently; more closely align with Serbia‟s

EU accession goals, and to better communicate with the public.

Rule of law and access to justice

(MDGs 1, 3, 8)

3.3 CPD Outcome 2-Effective and independent judicial systems with increased access to justice

for marginalized groups ($ 3 mil.)

UNDP‟s early and continued support to the Ministry of Justice and the Judiciary in Serbia

have aligned Serbia with European norms; promoted judicial reform; exposed the judiciary

and magistrates to global best practices; increased awareness of the judiciary of human

rights; influenced judicial discipline and increased the level of information available to

Serbian citizens about the court system. Despite UNDP interventions (and the large

interventions of other donors), significant problems continue to plague Serbia‟s court system

including a chronic case backlog, poor case management and lapses in due process and the

right to a fair trial; judicial accountability; and the legitimacy and enforcement of court

decisions.

3.4 CPD Outcome 3-Serbia‟s capacity strengthened and mechanisms put in place to facilitate

Serbia‟s compliance with international human rights obligations ($1,729 mil.)

UNDP support to the Special Chamber for War Crimes Prosecution in Serbia and Regional

Transitional Justice Mechanisms have increased citizens‟ understanding of war crimes trials

and transitional justice according to the final evaluation. UNDP support has played a role in

increasing Serbia‟s compliance with ICTY and directly resulted in the transfer of one case

from the ICTY to Serbia. UNDP has improved regional cooperation in war crimes trials;

increased press coverage of the work of the Serbian War Crimes Prosecutor‟s Office and the

level of information available to citizens concerning war crimes trials. The improved level of

cooperation between Serbia and the ICTY resulted in the EU Council's decision to start the

ratification of the Stabilization and Association Agreement with Serbia.

3.5 CPD Outcome 4-Effective relevant human rights institutions established and functioning

($ 3,5 mil.)

UNDP advanced human rights institutions in Serbia by supporting the formation of a

working group to draft a new Law on Prohibition of Discrimination. UNDP‟s support for

ratification of the law by the National Assembly, and UNDP‟s assistance in establishing the

new office of Commissioner for the Protection of Equality (as stipulated in the law) created a

significant new statutory vehicle for advancing anti-discrimination in Serbia. By September

2010 at least 30 law suits were initiated before Serbian courts based on the Anti

Discrimination Law, the Commissioner received over 40 complaints (including a number of


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high profile cases) and 7 cases of discrimination were solved through mediation in 2010

(pilot projects). The UNDP has also provided support and assistance to the Office of the

Ombudsman which further strengthens protection of civil and minority rights. In 2007 the

Ombudsperson only received around 400 complaints; in 2009 this number has reached more

then 8.700. Together, these efforts have significantly improved Serbia‟s compliance with

international Human Rights treaties and the provisions of the Serbian Constitution and

European norms. UNDP‟s interventions in support of Roma, IDPs, PWD and other

disadvantaged groups and in gender equality have advanced human rights dialogue in Serbia.

However despite UNDP interventions, the UN, foreign governments, international and

Serbian NGOs report sporadic human rights violations. Furthermore the decisions of courts

and the Ombudsman are often not enforced or followed.

Sustainable development

(MDGs 1, 3, 7, 8)

3.6 CPD Outcome 5-Inclusive Development Strengthened ($ 19,448 mil.)

UNDP invested in programs to improve inclusion of most vulnerable groups by securing

them greater access to services and employment. The UNDP actively supported policies and

measures to reduce poverty and enhance sustainable growth which contributed to Serbia‟s

meeting the MDG poverty related goals. UNDP‟s support to Roma, IDPs and refugees,

PWD, unemployed and redundant workers, as well as rural populations resulted in

Government recognition of the needs of these populations as well as improvements in their

standards of living and levels of empowerment. The Government of Serbia for instance will

contribute 1.9 million USD to the Youth Employment Fund which targets the most

vulnerable groups. The normative and institutional framework for inclusion of CSOs was

strengthened extensively. Civil society became a more recognized and respected partner in

the decision-making processes. UNDP supported the following strategies and laws linked to

Inclusive Development: the National Disability Strategy (2006); the Strategy for

Improvement of the Position of Roma (April 2009); the National Strategy for Youth (May

2008), the National Youth Action Plan (January 2009); the Sustainable Development

Strategy (2009), and the gender Equality Strategy (March 2009).

UNDP supported the process of harmonizing Serbia‟s legislation with provisions of

Convention on Rights of Persons with Disabilities and its‟ ratification in 2009 and supported

the development of capacities for monitoring and follow-up.

Different reports on the state of democracy and inclusion in Serbia indicate that vulnerable

groups continue to face serious problems linked to employment, social protection, housing,

education, and social exclusion and marginalization. This is not only relevant for minority

groups, such as Roma, but also for IDPs and refugees who live in very difficult conditions.

3.7 CPD Outcome 6-Sustainable development plans/policies effectively respond to the need of

stakeholders, as well as promote employment and environmental protection ($ 36,278 mil.)

Results achieved through area-based programmes are largely praised by the national

counterparts and development partners. UNDP‟s interventions in Southern and Southwest

Serbia have helped beneficiary municipalities advance their administrative capacities in the

fields of development planning and local service provision. Service delivery has improved in

a growing number of municipalities as a result of the introduction of systems and processes


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that promote governance, accountability and transparency. Citizens Assistance Centers

(CAC) have been established, and have improved access and efficiency of service delivery.

The CAC in Vranje served over 86,000 citizens between 2005 and 2007, with the average

time to dispatch basic administrative functions being significantly reduced. The average

time to issue a birth certificate was cut from 3 days before the CAC opened, to 5 minutes

now. Through strategic planning processes, municipalities have initiated cooperation with

NGOs and the private sector. Inter-municipal cooperation has been advanced, and an

institutional framework for regional development has been established. Four Regional

Development Agencies (RDA) have been formed. Two are new and were established in

partnership between municipalities and the private sector, and two were transformed from

pre-existing SME development agencies. The RDAs are now employing EU operational

support grants to implement regional projects valued at more than 3 million in five districts

of South and Southwest Serbia. Partner municipalities have benefited by infrastructure

development as well.

UNDP Serbia was active in designing and implementing environmental protection projects,

helping the Government to fulfill its obligations emanating from country accession to

international environmental and sustainable development treaties, conventions and protocols;

developing and implementing policies for more effective environmental governance;

supporting market development for climate and environmentally friendly technologies; and

addressing critical urban and industrial pollution. In last five years Serbia has advanced

environmental management and protection by adopting legislation, ratifying international

conventions, developing strategic documents and action plans, and mobilizing environmental

funds and institutional frameworks at the central and local levels. In 2009 Parliament

adopted 16 new laws on environmental protection, all of which conform to the Acquis

Communitaire.

Lessons Learnt:

3.8 The key lessons learned derive from independent outcome and project level evaluations and

relate largely to partnerships building:

The CO should communicate tangible results to external partners more effectively,

and deliver of high level technical assistance and policy advice more responsively

and accountably. The CO must cultivate support and understanding among national

and external partners and the public.

In order to more effectively assist Serbia in achieving key development objectives

the CO must forge stronger and more productive relations with the resident and non-

resident agencies comprising the UN Country Team, and with all external partners,

both multi-lateral and bi-lateral.

The CO has supported host-country counterparts by financing locally recruited staff

placed within ministries/agencies. Mechanisms must be identified to preserve public

sector employment for these staff when UNDP-financing expires, and to ensure that

senior level staff is mobilized who contribute to higher level policy and decision-

making.

Scaling projects up from micro successes to macro impacts remains a challenge. In

order to succeed, intended beneficiaries at local and grassroots levels must be

engaged actively in project design.

Dialogue and connections between the central and sub-sovereign levels of

government must be strengthened in order to advance development objectives.


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Part IV. Proposed Programme

4.1 The country programme document for the Republic of Serbia, 2011-2015, addresses

priorities identified in the National Plan for Integration, the National Sustainable

Development Strategy, and others. The country programme is fully aligned with the United

Nations Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) 2011-2015, and was prepared after

extensive consultation with host country and external partners. It is consistent with the

UNDP Strategic Plan, 2008-2013, and with the UNDP gender strategy, and reflects findings

in the assessment of development results (2007), the common country assessment and

country programme document evaluation (2009).

4.2 The current country programme document provides a financial framework for UNDP

cooperation in Serbia including Kosovo. The UNDP activities in Kosovo, under Security

Council resolution 1244 (1999), are planned under the Integrated Mission Planning Process,

in accordance with the Secretary-General‟s Policy Committee decision of 25 June 2008 and

resolution 1244 (1999).

4.3 Three core areas build on the foundations of activities implemented under the prior country

programme, which was extended one year through 2010, and the former country programme

action plan. UNDP has sharpened programme focus on sustainable and inclusive

development; accountability and governance; and, energy and environment. In all three

areas the capacity development of governmental and non-governmental counterparts will be

used as a tool for reaching outcomes, and the human rights and gender equality principles

will be mainstreamed. New programming and implementation will engage the United

Nations country team, resident and non-resident agencies. Accountability and evidence-

based reporting will be strengthened through rigorous benchmarking, monitoring and

evaluation against MDG and other outcome and output targets. Furthermore to ensure

continuous alignment with Government priorities, all strategic documents from their side are

and will be taken into consideration. The three core areas and outcomes are discussed below.

Sustainable development and social inclusion enhanced

4.4 The objectives in this area will be to promote sustainable economic growth and gender

equality, and support inclusive employment and access to social services. Activities will

contribute to the availability and quality of employment opportunities and services for

socially excluded and vulnerable people. These activities may comprise active labour

market measures that equip workers for employment in a knowledge-based economy, which

cultivate demand for labour, particularly women, youth, people with disabilities, and

minorities. Support for private sector-led job creation in the services, agriculture and

manufacturing sectors will seek to reduce urban-rural income disparities through area-based

initiatives targeting isolated and disadvantaged regions. UNDP will support rural economic

development and diversification by applying the European Union Leader concept, among

others.

4.5 Social inclusion will be addressed through programming that expands access to social

services, including health, education, and legal aid. Access will be enhanced through policy

and procedural remedies, such as improved registration for ethnic minorities, or free legal

aid that protects the rights of disenfranchised and vulnerable populations. UNDP will sustain

support to key governmental and civil society stakeholders to mainstream gender and

disability in public policies and practices.


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Good governance strengthened

4.6 The objective in this area will be to strengthen good governance through improved

transparency and accountability of the Government, the legislature, the judiciary and the

independent institutions. UNDP will implement activities that strengthen corruption

deterrence, prevention and public awareness. Deterrence will target enforcement bodies

such as the Ministry of Interior, prosecutors and the courts. Prevention-related activities will

be focused on the Anti-Corruption Agency, and other anti-corruption institutions.

Prevention will also include stronger oversight, improved compliance with asset and income

disclosure, improved cooperation between Parliament and the independent institutions, and

the reduction of systemic risk, which derives from weak capacity or malfeasance. Civil

society engagement in advocacy, policy-making and monitoring will be strengthened at all

levels. Efforts will be focused on achieving governance and human rights standards

necessary for EU accession and communicating effectively the results the country achieves

on the path to joining the EU.

4.7 UNDP will support efforts to improve disaster preparedness and risk reduction with the

Ministry of Interior, and other relevant ministries, line agencies, key institutions and private

and NGO interests. Activities will focus on intra-governmental coordination and

cooperation, and the establishment of strategies, policies, procedures, and systems to prevent

risk and respond to natural and man-made disasters. These activities are intended to

strengthen the existing institutions and develop their capacity, which contributes directly to

public administration reform and therefore represents governance strengthening. Public-

private partnership will engage local and international NGOs in disaster risk reduction and

response.

Enabling framework for environmental management and energy efficiency strengthened

4.8 Environment and energy were lightly addressed in the prior country programme document.

This is thus a new core area which responds both to government expression of need, and to

global imperatives. UNDP will draw upon regional experience and expertise as these are

built locally. Programming will support government compliance with international

conventions and European Union regulations on climate change, habitat and biodiversity

conservation, the protection of national and transnational waters, and sustainable

development, among others. Interventions will build mechanisms to protect the

environment, ensure sustainable resource use and management, and mitigate the impacts of

climate change on social, economic, and ecological systems. UNDP will support initiatives

that promote energy efficiency through demand and supply-side interventions, and efforts to

promote a more diverse energy mix that includes alternative and renewable sources of

power.

4.9 Support will be provided to enhance awareness regarding environmental governance, rights

and justice to further increase the demand for environmental services and sustainable energy

policies.

Part V. Partnership Strategy

5.1 Effective partnership strategies are crucial for the achievement of the results expected from

the Country Programme Document and the United Nations Country Partnership Strategy


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(UNDAF). To ensure that the UNDP supported country programme remains aligned to the

Governments priorities, is harmonized with the programmes of other development partners

and that sufficient resources are available for implementation, UNDP will implement its

programme of support under the active leadership of the Government. UNDP‟s partnership

strategy will also aim to support the mobilization of human, financial and technical assets

and capacities and help Government use these cost effective, transparent and with full

accountability. More generally, in pursuit of these aims, UNDP will work with each of the

partnership groups listed in paragraphs 5.2 to 5.6.

5.2 Government of Serbia: UNDP‟s key partner and stakeholder, as well as its primary client for

building capacity, will be the Government – at both national and local levels. A key cross

cutting result expected from the UNDP supported programme will be strengthened capacity

in government ministries and agencies to perform their mandates effectively. These

institutions will become more and more implementing partners in the programme, subject to

ongoing and planned assessments that minimum capacities are present. This should facilitate

ownership and sustainability of results. The Serbian European Integration Office (SEIO), as

the Government‟s Coordinating authority for UN agencies, will provide overall policy

direction and the lead in monitoring progress towards expected results. More generally, the

Government will contribute to the achievement of results expected from the United Nations

Country Partnership Strategy (UNDAF) and UNDP‟s supported Country Programme

through: (a) overall leadership, co-ordination and harmonization of partnership strategy and

programme implementation; (b) providing an enabling policy, legal and political

environment with enhanced accountability, transparency and responsive governance; (c)

promoting the involvement of civil society and the private sector in the formulation,

implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programmes, (d) local funding and resource

mobilization; and (e) physical and organizational infrastructure.

5.3 The UN system: UNDP and other UN agencies in Serbia are committed to manage their

respective programmes so as to contribute to the three outcomes expected from the United

Nations Country Partnership Strategy (UNDAF) 2011-2015. To facilitate this, the Resident

Coordinator will endeavour to mobilize additional resources for the UN system as a whole.

The UNCT is also committed to increasingly work together both to enhance the total UN

impact in Serbia and to reduce the transaction costs of Government in overseeing UN

operations in the country. Progress towards the United Nations Country Partnership Strategy

(UNDAF) outcomes will be jointly monitored and evaluated by the Government and the

UNCT and the monitoring and evaluation of UNDP‟s supported country programme will be

aligned to this. To the extent possible, UNDP will also actively establish and implement joint

programmes with other UN agencies.

5.4 Civil society: recognizing the pivotal role of civil society in building a sustainable

democracy as well as its roles in development advocacy and in promoting responsive

governance, UNDP will continue to maintain strong partnerships with civil society

organizations including NGOs, CBOs, academia and others to implement components of this

programme. Civil society organizations will complement the outreach of government

agencies in reaching the vulnerable groups and will be valuable partners in community

mobilization and community level interventions. Examples of the ways in which civil

society will contribute to partnership networks include (a) identifying alternative methods of

service delivery; (b) implementing programmes jointly with other partners and identifying

mechanisms for improving programme sustainability; (c) mobilising communities and

vulnerable groups and beneficiaries, (d) mobilising local in-kind contributions and financial

resources, and (e) collaborating on advocacy initiatives.


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5.5 Development Partners: Building on existing partnerships and developing areas of common

interest, UNDP will closely coordinate its support interventions with development partners

in Serbia, most importantly the European Union, but also including the World Bank, the

Royal Norwegian Embassy, SIDA and the Spanish Embassy, SDC, USAID, the German

Embassy and other development partners and institutions, so as to enhance synergies and

maximize impact. When feasible, programme co- financing will be sought with some

partners. Development Partners will also be expected to contribute to partnership networks

by (a) providing advisory and consultative services; (b) contributing to in-kind or direct

financial resources; (c) collaborating in advocacy initiatives, leading and contributing to

policy discussions; (d) implementing parallel and complementary programmes in support of

the Governments priorities, and (e) participating in international working groups, the United

Nations Country Partnership Strategy (UNDAF) Steering Committee and its Outcome

Committees.

5.6 Private Sector: UNDP will increase its dialogue with the private sector in Serbia with a view

to coordinate development efforts and mobilize support for its programmes. Furthermore

UNDP will help broker partnerships, which enable the private sector to engage with the

Government, the donor community and investment partners to achieve sustainable and

inclusive economic growth. UNDP will encourage Public-Private Partnerships at all levels as

an important form for linking policy objectives, provide support and taking initiatives that

support human development.

Part VI. Programme Management

6.1 The programme will be nationally executed in close cooperation with the Serbian European

Integration Office (SEIO). Government ministries, independent bodies and agencies,

NGOs, IGOs, UN agencies including UNDP will implement the programme activities. The

Government Coordinating Agency (SEIO) will nominate the Government Co-operating

Agency directly responsible for the Government‟s participation in each UNDP assisted

AWP. The AWPs describe the specific results to be achieved and will form the basic

agreement between UNDP and each implementing partner on the use of resources. The

reference to “Implementing Partner(s)” shall mean “Executing Agency (ies)” as used in the

SBAA.

6.2 In programme design and implementation, UNDP works closely with key partners. The

country programme builds on the United Nations reform principles, especially simplification

and harmonization, by operating in line with the harmonized common country programming

instruments such as the United Nations Country Partnership Strategy (UNDAF) results

matrix, monitoring and evaluation, and programme resources frameworks in the CPAP and

the AWPs. To the extent possible UNDP and partners will use the minimum documents

necessary, namely the signed CPAP and signed AWPs to implement programmatic

initiatives. However, as necessary and appropriate, project documents would be prepared

using, inter alia, the relevant text from the CPAP, and AWPs. UNDP will sign the project

documents with partners in accordance with corporate practices and local requirements. In

line with the UNDG Joint Programming Guidance Note, the scope of inter-agency

cooperation is strengthened to cultivate new programme and geographical convergence.

6.3 Atlas contributes to timely, efficient delivery of activities and effective financial monitoring

to manage projects and the UNDP programme.


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6.4 All cash transfers to an Implementing Partner are based on the Annual Work Plans agreed

between the Implementing Partner and UNDP.

6.5 Cash transfers for activities detailed in AWPs can be made by UNDP using the following

modalities:

6.6 Cash transferred directly to the Implementing Partner:

Prior to the start of activities (direct cash transfer), or

After activities have been completed (reimbursement);

Direct payment to vendors or third parties for obligations incurred by the

Implementing Partners on the basis of requests signed by the designated official of

the Implementing Partner;

Direct payments to vendors or third parties for obligations incurred by UN agencies

in support of activities agreed with Implementing Partners.

6.7 Direct cash transfers shall be requested and released for programme implementation periods

not exceeding three months. Reimbursements of previously authorized expenditures shall be

requested and released quarterly or after the completion of activities. The UNDP shall not be

obligated to reimburse expenditure made by the Implementing Partner over and above the

authorized amounts.

6.8 Following the completion of any activity, any balance of funds shall be reprogrammed by

mutual agreement between the Implementing Partner and UNDP, or refunded.

6.9 Cash transfer modalities, the size of disbursements, and the scope and frequency of

assurance activities may depend on the findings of a review of the public financial

management capacity in the case of a Government Implementing Partner, and of an

assessment of the financial management capacity of the non-UN Implementing Partner. A

qualified consultant, such as a public accounting firm, selected by UNDP may conduct such

an assessment, in which the Implementing Partner shall participate.

6.10 Cash transfer modalities, the size of disbursements, and the scope and frequency of

assurance activities may be revised in the course of programme implementation based on the

findings of programme monitoring, expenditure monitoring and reporting, and audits.

6.11 Resource mobilization efforts will be intensified to support the RRF and ensure

sustainability of the programme. Mobilization of other resources in the form of cost sharing,

trust funds, or government cash counterpart contributions will be undertaken to secure

funding for the programme.

6.12 Recognizing the on-going efforts of the UNDP to proactively respond to the emerging

development challenges, the Government of Serbia endorses the UNDP Serbia management

to programme Country Cooperation Framework funding (11888) for ongoing and new

strategic initiatives.

Part VII. Monitoring and Evaluation

7.1 Monitoring and evaluation of the CPAP will be undertaken in line with the United Nations

Country Partnership Strategy (UNDAF) results matrix and monitoring and evaluation plan.


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The Government and UNDP will be responsible for setting up the necessary M&E

mechanisms, tools and conducting reviews, in order to ensure continuous monitoring and

evaluation of the CPAP, with the view to ensuring efficient utilization of programme

resources as well as accountability, transparency and integrity. The implementing partners

will provide periodic reports on the progress, achievements and results of their projects,

outlining the challenges faced in project implementation as well as resource utilization as

articulated in the AWP. The reporting will be in accordance with the procedures and

harmonized with UN agencies to the extent possible.

7.2 The UN Annual Report that will be developed for Serbia will serve as the primary means for

reporting on United Nations Country Partnership Strategy (UNDAF) activities,

complemented by the Work plan of the Resident Coordinator. A linkage will be established

between the indicators used to measure United Nations Country Partnership Strategy

(UNDAF) outputs and outcomes and the contribution of these to the achievement of the

MDGs.

7.3 Implementing partners agree to cooperate with UNDP for monitoring all activities supported

by cash transfers and will facilitate access to relevant financial records and personnel

responsible for the administration of cash provided by the UNDP. To that effect,

Implementing partners agree to the following:

1. Periodic on-site reviews and spot checks of their financial records by UNDP or its

representatives,

2. Programmatic monitoring of activities following UNDP‟s standards and guidance for site

visits and field monitoring,

3. Special or scheduled audits. UNDP, in collaboration with other UN agencies (where so

desired: and in consultation with the SEIO will establish an annual audit plan, giving

priority to audits of Implementing Partners with large amounts of cash assistance

provided by UNDP, and those whose financial management capacity needs

strengthening.

7.4 To facilitate assurance activities, Implementing partners and UNDP may agree to use a

programme monitoring and financial control tool allowing data sharing and analysis.

7.5 The audits will be commissioned by UNDP and undertaken by private audit services.

7.6 Assessments and audits of non-government Implementing Partners will be conducted in

accordance with the policies and procedures of UNDP.

Part VIII. Commitments of UNDP

8.1 UNDP will ensure coherence between the CPAP/AWP, United Nations Country Partnership

Strategy (UNDAF) results matrix and MDGs, including M & E and reporting. Through


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annual reviews and periodic progress reporting, responsibilities between UNDP, the

Government and implementing partners will be emphasized.

8.2 In case of direct cash transfer or reimbursement, UNDP shall notify the Implementing Partner

of the amount approved by UNDP and shall disburse funds to the Implementing Partner in

five working days.

8.3 In case of direct payment to vendors or third parties for obligations incurred by the

Implementing Partners on the basis of requests signed by the designated official of the

Implementing Partner; or to vendors or third parties for obligations incurred by UNDP in

support of activities agreed with Implementing Partners, UNDP shall proceed with the

payment within five days after approval by UNDP.

8.4 UNDP shall not have any direct liability under the contractual arrangements concluded

between the Implementing Partner and a third party vendor.

8.5 Where more than one UN agency provides cash to the same Implementing Partner,

programme monitoring, financial monitoring and auditing will be undertaken jointly or

coordinated with those UN agencies.

Part IX . Commitments of the Government

9.1 The Government will honor its commitments in accordance with the provisions of the

Standard Basic Assistance Agreement (SBAA) of 24 March 1988. The Government shall

apply the provisions of the Convention on the Privileges and Immunities of the United

Nations agencies to UNDP‟s property, funds, and assets and to its officials and consultants.

In addition the Government will accord to UNDP and its officials and to other persons

performing services on behalf of UNDP, the privileges, immunities and facilities as set out in

the SBAA.

i. The schedule of payments from the Government of Serbia will be made in accordance

with the schedule listed in the Project Documents or Annual Work Plans (AWP) to the

following Bank Account (in RSD) of UNDP Serbia:

KOMERCIJALNA BANKA AD BEOGRAD

St Sava Street 14, Belgrade, Serbia

No. 908-20501-70, reference No 400702-0070200006664

SWIFT: KOBBRSBG

IBAN: RS35205007020000666418

ii. The value of the payment, if made in a currency other than United States dollars, shall be

determined by applying the United Nations operational rate of exchange in effect on the

date of payment. Should there be a change in the United Nations operational rate of

exchange prior to the full utilization by the UNDP of the payment, the value of the

balance of funds still held at that time will be adjusted accordingly. If, in such a case, a

loss in the value of the balance of funds is recorded, UNDP shall inform the Government

with a view to determining whether any further financing could be provided by the


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Government. Should such further financing not be available, the assistance to be

provided to the CPAP may be reduced, suspended or terminated by UNDP.

iii. The above schedule of payments takes into account the requirement that the payments

shall be made in advance of the implementation of planned activities. It may be

amended to be consistent with the progress of CPAP delivery.

iv. UNDP shall receive and administer the payment in accordance with the regulations, rules

and directives of UNDP.

v. All financial accounts and statements shall be expressed in United States dollars.

vi. If unforeseen increases in expenditures or commitments are expected or realized

(whether owing to inflationary factors, fluctuation in exchange rates or unforeseen

contingencies), UNDP shall submit to the government on a timely basis a supplementary

estimate showing the further financing that will be necessary. The Government shall use

its best endeavors to obtain the additional funds required.

vii. If the payments referred above are not received in accordance with the payment

schedule, or if the additional financing required in accordance with paragraph [vi] above

is not forthcoming from the Government or other sources, the assistance to be provided

to the CPAP under this Agreement may be reduced, suspended or terminated by UNDP.

viii. Any interest income attributable to the contribution shall be credited to UNDP Account

and shall be utilized in accordance with established UNDP procedures

ix. In accordance with the decisions and directives of UNDP's Executive Board reflected in

its Policy on Cost Recovery from Other Resources, the Contribution shall be subject to

cost recovery for indirect costs incurred by UNDP headquarters and country office

structures in providing General Management Support (GMS) services. To cover these

GMS costs, the contribution shall be charged a fee equal to 3%. Furthermore, as long as

they are unequivocally linked to the specific project(s), all direct costs of

implementation, including the costs of executing entity or implementing partner, will be

identified in the project budget against a relevant budget line and borne by the project

accordingly using the actual cost price list endorsed by UNDP HQ.

x. The aggregate of the amounts budgeted for the CPAP, together with the estimated costs

of reimbursement of related support services, shall not exceed the total resources

available to the CPAP under this agreement.

xi. Ownership of equipment, supplies and other properties financed from the contribution

shall vest in UNDP. Matters relating to the transfer of ownership by UNDP shall be

determined in accordance with the relevant policies and procedures of UNDP.

xii. The contribution shall be subject exclusively to the internal and external auditing

procedures provided for in the financial regulations, rules and directives of UNDP

9.2 Mechanisms for participatory planning, monitoring and evaluation on the progress of the

country programme involving civil society and other development partners will be

implemented. The Government is also committed to organize periodic programme review,


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planning and joint strategy meetings and where appropriate, coordination of sectoral and

thematic development partners groups to facilitate the participation of donors, civil society,

private sector and UN agencies. In addition, the Government will facilitate periodic

monitoring visits by UNDP staff and/or designated officials for the purpose of monitoring,

meeting beneficiaries, assessing the progress and evaluating the impact of the use of

programme resources. The Government will make available to UNDP in a timely manner

any information about policy and legislative changes occurring during the implementation of

the CPAP that might have an impact in co-operation.

9.3 A standard Fund Authorization and Certificate of Expenditures (FACE) report, reflecting the

activity lines of the Annual Work Plan (AWP), will be used by Implementing Partners to

request the release of funds, or to secure the agreement that UNDP will reimburse or directly

pay for planned expenditure. The Implementing Partners will use the FACE to report on the

utilization of cash received. The Implementing Partner shall identify the designated

official(s) authorized to provide the account details, request and certify the use of cash. The

FACE will be certified by the designated official(s) of the Implementing Partner.

9.4 Cash transferred to Implementing Partners should be spent for the purpose of activities as

agreed in the AWPs only.

9.5 Cash received by the Government and national NGO Implementing Partners shall be used in

accordance with established national regulations, policies and procedures consistent with

international standards, in particular ensuring that cash is expended for activities as agreed in

the AWPs, and ensuring that reports on the full utilization of all received cash are submitted

to UNDP on quarterly basis after receipt of the funds. Where any of the national regulations,

policies and procedures is not consistent with international standards, the UN agency

regulations, policies and procedures will apply.

9.6 In the case of international NGO and IGO Implementing Partners cash received shall be used

in accordance with international standards in particular ensuring that cash is expended for

activities as agreed in the AWPs, and ensuring that reports on the full utilization of all

received cash are submitted to UNDP within six months after receipt of the funds.

9.7 To facilitate scheduled and special audits, each Implementing Partner receiving cash from

UNDP will provide UNDP or its representative with timely access to:

All financial records which establish the transactional record of the cash transfers

provided by UNDP;

All relevant documentation and personnel associated with the functioning of the

Implementing Partner‟s internal control structure through which the cash transfers

have passed.

9.8 The findings of each audit will be reported to the Implementing Partner and UNDP. Each

Implementing Partner will furthermore

Receive and review the audit report issued by the auditors.

Provide a timely statement of the acceptance or rejection of any audit

recommendation to the UNDP that provided cash.

Undertake timely actions to address the accepted audit recommendations.

Annex 1: CPAP RESULTS AND RESOURCES FRAMEWORK


United Nations Country Partnership Strategy (UNDAF) Outcome 1/ CPD Outcome 1: Strengthening Good Governance Target: By 2015, the Government with participation of civil society, practices more transparent and accountable governance, respect and protection of human rights, and rule of law

Annualized Expected Results and Budget

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CP Outcome 1.1: All branches of government at local and national levels are accountable, transparent, and gender responsive

CP Output 1.1.1 - National and sub-national authorities have strengthened capacity to mainstream gender in public policies and practices

1.1.1.1 National, provincial and local level capacities strengthened for mainstreaming gender in public policies and practices (UNDP CPD Output 2.1.4)

UNDP Ministry of the Interior

Serbian Police Municipalities

Ministry of Defense,

Gender Equality Directorate Civil Society

Organizations (CSOs)

1,236,102 - 236,102 1,000,000 1,043,000 - 43,000 1,000,000 400,000 500,000 500,000

- Guidelines for gender sensitive policing practice developed and capacity of WPON members for gender mainstreaming strengthened - Guidelines for gender sensitive policing practice developed and capacity of WPON members and municipalities for gender mainstreaming strengthened

- National association of Women Police Officers in Serbia established - Strengthen Gender mainstreaming in Defense

Indicator: MDG 3 indicators Baseline: Women’s employment rate 43.3%, men’s employment rate 58.7%; percentage of women in national government 18%; proportion of women Members of Parliament 22.0%; proportion of women on municipal assemblies 21% Target: By 2015, halve the economic inequalities between men and women, increase the proportion of women at all levels of decision-making to at least 30%; develop a system to protect female victims of violence, establish a system of prevention of violence against women

CP Output 1.1.2 -National and sub-national authorities, including line ministries, have developed capacities to plan, manage and monitor inclusive, integrated, and EU compliant development, and to manage resources, coordinate investments, and report on public spending in all sectors

1.1.2.1 Support provided to reform, professionalize, and modernize the public sector at all levels (UNDP CPD Output 2.1.1)

UNDP EU Integration Office

General Secretariat of the

GoS Ministry of Finance

Ministry of Economy and

Regional Development

Ministry of Telecommunicati

ons Office of Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration

CSOs Media

1,447,946 68,957 78,989 1,300,000 3,304,792 30,000 - 3,274,792 700,000 1,000,000 1,000,000

- Development of communication strategy for Serbia's EU accession following a fully participative process - Coordination mechanisms in place for better synchronized strategies and inter-sectoral coordination and efficiency.

-Law on Capital Market, ICT Strategy, PR and Communication Strategy developed. - Law on Payment Transactions adopted - Action Plan developed for CD for EU Integration

Indicators: Government Effectiveness Indicator (World Governance Indicators, World Bank) Baseline: 2008: -0.2822 Government Effectiveness Indicator Target: 2015: 0.5 Government Effectiveness Indicator

1.1.2.2 Anti-corruption mechanisms strengthened (UNDP CPD Output 2.1.3)

UNDP Ministry of Justice

Anticorruption Agency CSOs

3,100,000 100,000 - 3,000,000 4,000,000 - 4,000,000 - 1,800,000 2,000,000 2,000,000

- Anti Corruption mechanisms at local level piloted; - Links between Anti Corruption and HR explored and piloted

Indicators: Control of Corruption, WGI Baseline: 2008: -0.157 Target: 2015 above 0


CP Outcome 1.2:Rule of law is strengthened for compliance with international commitments and human rights instruments

CP Output 1.2.1 - Regulatory and institutional frameworks for access to justice, and to combat corruption, organized crime, terrorism, drugs, trafficking in human beings, smuggling of migrants and domestic violence, are compliant with international and EU standards

1.2.1.1 Frameworks and institutional mechanisms for access to justice implemented (UNDP CPD Output 1.1.4)

UNDP Ministry of Justice

Ministry of Interior CSOs

2,503,744 - - 2,503,744 2,273,744 - - 2,273,744 1,373,744 1,500,000 1,500,000

- To create a database of existing ADR programs in Serbia and conduct a cost-benefit analysis of their utilization, justifying the need to strengthen these mechanisms.

- Raised capacities of the JTA and the CPE for effective implementation of AD legislation. - Heighten awareness among governments, professionals and the general public and to develop realistic and effective regional and national capacities to deal with transitional justice issues in the former Yugoslavia.

Indicator: World Governance Indicators (WGI) - Rule of Law Baseline: WGI Rule of Law – 0.46 in 2008 Target: To be determined (WGI Rule of Law in 2015 0.10)

CP Output 1.2.4 - Parliamentary, independent, and regulatory bodies are better able to fulfill their oversight functions, adequately respond to violation of human rights and advance human rights culture and gender-equality

1.2.4.1 Strengthened oversight function of parliamentary, independent, and regulatory bodies (UNDP CPD Output 2.1.2)

UNDP Ministry of Finance

State Audit Institution

Commissioner for free Access to

Information Ombudsman

CSOs

1,510,528 - 1,010,528 500,000 500,000 - - 500,000 500,000 - -

- Assessment of other capacity for PP units in five pilot municipalities prepared with recommendations for improvement. - New Guidelines for implementation of Freedom of Information Act published and disseminated. Number of municipalities trained on implementation of this law. - Programme for certification of auditors for control of public funds drafted. - Regional conference and of NGO fighting corruption and exchange of experiences held

Indicators: WGI: (i) Voice and accountability; and (ii) Regulatory quality Baseline: 2008: 0.19 voice and accountability; and -0.20 regulatory quality Target. 2015: To be determined

CP Outcome 1.3: Civil society participates effectively in decision-making, policy, planning and monitoring processes

CP Output 1.3.1 -Enhanced institutional capacity of civil society, private sector alliances, and social partners (workers and employers organizations), and mechanisms for their participation in policy, planning, and monitoring processes

1.3.1.1Role of civil society in accountable and transparent governance enhanced (UNDP CPD Output 2.1.5)

UNDP Ministry of Environment and Spatial Planning

Civil Society

50,000 - - 50,000 1,500,000 - - 1,500,000 1,000,000 500,000 -

- Review of current policy framework in the light of, and capacity building towards, EU WFD / IWRM / international treaties, including citizens' access to information and participation to law, policy, strategy making and project assessment related to water, sanitation, and wastewater

Indicator: Civil Society Index (CSI) - composed of five dimensions of civil society engagement Baseline: Influencing public policy 1.0; Holding state and private corporations accountable 1.5; responding to social interest 1.5; empowering citizens 1.7; meeting societal needs 1.7 Target: Increase the impact dimension

Total UNDAF Outcome 1 9,848,320 168,957 1,325,619 8,353,744 12,621,536 30,000 4,043,000 8,548,536 5,773,744 5,500,000 5,000,000


United Nations Country Partnership Strategy (UNDAF) / CPD Outcome 2: Sustainable Development and Social Inclusion Enhanced CPD Outcome 3: Environment and Sustainable Development

Target: By 2015, the local and national governments develop and implement policies and practices to ensure balanced development, quality and inclusive health, education, housing and social welfare services, environmental sustainability, increased human capital, and employment services


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CP Outcome 2.1:Increased access to, and provision of, quality basic social services (health, education, social welfare, and affordable housing) for all, especially vulnerable and marginalized populations

CP Output 2.1.4 - Improved formulation and implementation of social welfare and employment policies, availability of social welfare services and measures especially targeting vulnerable populations

2.1.4.1 MDG related data collection, monitoring, analysis, reporting improved and reflected in national policies (UNDP CPD Output 1.1.1)

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Indicator: Number of reports (Human Development Reports; MDG reports; Social Inclusion Reports) and social inclusion-related policy documents; Baseline: 2 National Human Development Reports, 2 MDG reports during the past country programme Target: At least one national report produced and advocated per year

2.1.4.2 Social inclusion policies advocated and implemented (UNDP CPD Output 1.1.2 and 3.1.4)

WHO, IOM,

UNDP

Ministry of Labour and

Social Policy Ministry of

Health CSOs

412,266 - 162,266 250,000 1,150,000 - - 1,150,000 150,000 100,000 50,000

- Address the key social determinants of health in the informal waste collection sector - Increase access to health, - Improve social inclusion and to develop sustainable employment plans in the Roma community

- Improving access to water, hygiene and sanitation for Roma and other vulnerable groups

Indicators: WGI: (i) Voice and accountability; and (ii) Regulatory quality Baseline: 2008: 0.19 voice and accountability; and -0.20 regulatory quality Target. 2015: To be determined Indicators: 1. Percentage of households with access to public water supply; 2. Percentage of households with access to public sewage system; 3. Percentage of households covered by organized communal waste collection; 4. Compliance with Aarhus Convention Baseline: 1. Access to water supply in 2008: 78.31; 2. Access to public sewage system: 35.03; 3. Organized waste collection 2008- 60.0; 4: 0 Target: Percentage increased; progress in implementation of Aarhus Convention

2.1.4.3 Increased availability and quality of employment and social services for all citizens, and especially marginalized groups and people living in remote rural areas (UNDP CPD Output 1.1.3)

UNDP FAO

UNICEF, UNWTO UNEP

Ministry of Labour and Social Policy

Ministry of Economy and

Regional Development

Ministry of Agriculture,

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494,738 - 494,738 - 204,372 - 204,372 - - - -

- 6 Local Action Groups formed - Public investment in rural tourism increased - All 19 local development strategies revised to include gender and tourism as needed

- Increase of investment in rural tourism -10 Local development strategies adopted

Indicator: Amount of public funding (as % of GDP) budgeted for active labour market measures Baseline: 2009: 0.1% of GDP budgeted for active labour market measures Target: 2015: 0.2 % of GDP budgeted for active labour market measures


CP Outcome 2.2:Increased access to, and provision of, quality basic social services (health, education, social welfare, and affordable housing) for all, especially vulnerable and marginalized populations

CP Output 2.2.1-Public institutions, local governments, communities, and civil society have improved and coordinated capacities and gender-mainstreamed procedures to protect and support victims of violence, abuse and neglect, and are able to engage in prevention and response planning through participation, dialogue, inter-ethnic and inter-cultural partnerships

2.2.1.1 Strengthened prevention, protection and support measures to combat sexual and gender-based violence (CPD Output 1.1.4)

UNDP, UNIFEM

Gender Equality Directorate

Ministry of Labour and Social Policy

1,701,780 62,700 1,639,080 - - - - - - - -

- Capacity developed for informed policy making and implementation through introduction of SGBV curricula in relevant institutions - Standards for official statistics on SGBV developed -Improved access to for SGBV victims to appropriate services

Indicator: World Governance Indicators (WGI) - Rule of Law Baseline: WGI Rule of Law – 0.46 in 2008 Target: To be determined (WGI Rule of Law in 2015 0.10)

2.2.1.2 Social inclusion policies advocated and implemented (UNDP CPD Output 1.1.2)

UNDP, UNHCR,

UN-HABITAT, UNICEF, IOM, ILO

Ministry of Labour and Social Policy Gender Equality

Directorate Ministry of the State

Administration and Local Self Government

Municipalities in South Serbia

Ministry of Human and Minority Rights, Coordination Body

Ministry of Economy and Regional Development

CSOs

1,737,120 269,000 1,468,120 - 1,368,030 20,200 1,347,830 - 2,000,000 2,000,000 2,000,000

- Provide support to institutional strengthening of the governance structures in South Serbia to facilitate the participation of women belonging to different ethnic groups in policy and decision-making processes - Inter-ethnic understanding and collaboration among adolescents and young people strengthened - Strengthened the capacities of local communities, institutions, and civil society to engage in conflict/violence prevention planning - Reduced risk of inter-ethnic tensions though multi-faceted dialogue, improved livelihoods and living - The labor market disadvantage of population groups and geographical areas (i.e. municipalities) reduced

Indicators: WGI: (i) Voice and accountability; and (ii) Regulatory quality Baseline: 2008: 0.19 voice and accountability; and -0.20 regulatory quality Target. 2015: To be determined

CP Outcome 2.3:Increasingly diverse and internationally competitive enterprises/economic actors work in a favorable business environment and provide enhanced job and diversified income generating opportunities (especially in rural areas)

CP Output 2.3.4-Network of employment services, promotion policies, and sustainable development plans able to respond to the needs of men and women (especially youthand unemployed), communities developed, and rural development strengthened

2.3.4.1 Increased availability and quality of employment and social services for all citizens, especially marginalized groups and people living in rural areas (UNDP CPD Output 1.1.3)

IOM, ILO, UNDP,

UNICEF

Ministry of Economy and Regional Development,

Ministry to Youth and Sports

Ministry to Labour and Social Policy, Ministry of Human and Minority Rights

National Employment Service

Centre for Social Work

Republic Statistic Office CSOs

2,999,515 64,900 1,328,615 1,606,000 1,786,000 - - 1,786,000 3,000,000 2,500,000 2,500,000

- At least 750 young women and men use information provided by local Youth Offices through the newly established InfoPoints - 240 disadvantaged youth (50% women, 20% Roma and 10% youth with disabilities) are trained in occupations required by enterprises (pre-qualified employment training; - 40 disadvantaged youth (50% women, 20% Roma and 10% youth with disabilities)to receive self-employment assistance; - 20 PWD receive work placement subsidy.



CP Outcome 2.4.:Human capital is increased and equipped to function in a knowledge-based, competitive, equitable, and free-market economy

CP Output 2.4.1 -Rural Development Network and extension services are prepared to provide farmers with knowledge and skills on sustainable crop, livestock, fisheries production and forest management, and utilization of rural development programmes including IPARD

2.4.1.1 Partnership for Revitalization of Rural Areas(UNDP CPD Output 1.1.3)

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Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and

Water Management

CSOs

192,797 - 192,797 - - - - - -

- Increased rural social capital and partnership to address urban-rural disparities


CP Outcome 2.5.:Improved mechanisms to protect the environment, ensure sustainable management of natural resources, and mitigate and/or adapt to the impacts of global climate change on social, economic, and ecologic systems

CP Output 2.5.4 Promote green jobs, green industry, and mainstream environment friendly employment consistent with national and local sustainable development strategies and in line with national employment and environment policy objectives

2.5.4.1 Improved environmental and natural resources stewardship, management and financing (UNDP CPD Output 3.1.1)

UNDP Ministry of Environment and Spatial Planning,

Municipalities

1,417,160 10,000 707,160 700,000 426,080 10,000 216,080 200,000 200,000 - -

- Mapping capacity needs of pilot protected areas, - Macro fundraising strategy developed, 7 year PA financing plan developed -Visual identity created for Vlasina Lake. Promotional material produced, billboards installed. Website produced and in use. First CB workshops held. Initial infrastructure works started.

- Functional review of one national park prepared - 21 Business plans for selected protected areas developed - PAmanagers trained for fundraising and cost-effective management

Indicator: Annual allocations of EcoFund; % of protected natural resource areas in relation to the total area of the Republic of Serbia; % of forested areas in relation to the total area of the Republic of Serbia Baseline: EcoFund total allocation for 2008: 614,174,027.52 RSD (Serbian Dinar), out of which implemented 80%; Forested areas in 2008- 29.1; Protected national resource areas in 2008- 6.19% Target: all values increased

2.5.4.2 Improved national response to adapt to and mitigate the impact of global climate change, and adhere to relevant international conventions (UNDP CPD Output 3.1.3)


City of Belgrade and other

Municipalities CSOs

454,720 50,000 289,720 115,000 1,791,220 - 210,220 1,581,000 4,424,000 3,500,000 3,200,000

- Integrated public transport plan draft produced. - Intelligent traffic system introduced. - Pilot municipalities have conducted assessments and identified priority project for piloting.

Indicators: 1. Carbon-dioxide emission per capita (tons of CO2 / capita); 2. Consumption of chlorofluorocarbon (Ozone Depletion Potential tons) Baseline: 1.2006-7.18; 2. 2008: 77.5 Target: Participation of Serbian Government in post-Kyoto agreement, including commitments

2.5.4.3 Improved energy sector performance through enhanced market mechanisms, renewables and demand-side initiatives (UNDP CPD Output 3.1.2)


Ministry of Mining and

Energy Municipalities Private Sector

CSOs

99,500 69,500 - 30,000 1,000,000 - - 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000

- Platform created for integrated local development through mapping exercises addressing key inter-ethnic and alternative energy development issues.

Indicator: 1. Percentage of energy generated from renewable sources in relation to the total primary energy consumption 2. Share of renewable energy in electricity consumption (%) 3. % of renewable sources in final total energy consumption (electricity, heating and transport) Baseline: 1. 2008- 5.86 (Serbian Environmental Protection Agency/Ministry of Mining and Energy); 2. 2007- 37.9 Target: Increased percentage of energy generated from renewable sources in relation to the total primary energy consumption

Total UNDAF Outcome 2 9,509,595 526,100 6,282,495 2,701,000 7,725,702 30,200 1,978,502 5,177,000 10,774,000 9,100,000 8,750,000


United Nations Country Partnership Strategy (UNDAF) Outcome 3: Increased Regional Stability and Cooperation / CPD Outcome 2: Sustainable Development and Social Inclusion Enhanced

Target: By 2015, the Government develops and implements regional policies and frameworks to ensure human safety, security, and sustainable cross-border cooperation and partnerships


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CP Outcome 3.1: National institutions cooperate and coordinate regionally to prevent and respond to crisis and disaster

CP Output 3.1.1-Enhanced national and sub-national institutional and regulatory frameworks, capacities and mechanisms to prevent and respond to crisis and disaster (advocacy mechanisms, early-warning systems, and other), to manage natural disasters, and to assess risk on cultural and natural heritage

3.1.1.1Improved disaster preparedness and risk reduction and management framework (UNDP CPD Output 2.1.6)

UNDP Ministry of the Interior Ministry of

Environment and Spatial Planning

CSOs

1,989,341 - 1,859,341 - 1,009,875 - 309,875 700,000 4,300,000 1,600,000 1,600,000

- National DRR Strategy and subsidiary legislation developed; - Arms transfers control and oversight capacities in WB states further strengthened and transparency increased - Human security in the WB increased through improved arms control

- Strategic policy development capacity of the emergency management system strengthened - Weapons collection campaign in Serbia implemented contributing to lower number of illegal weapons

Indicator: Strengthened disaster preparedness and response mechanisms Baseline: Disaster risk response lacks efficient coordination and integration Target: Efficient and fully operational sector for emergency management Indicator: Improved resilience at all levels (yes/no) Baseline: No national platform for disaster reduction Target: Fully functioning and integrated national platform for disaster risk reduction

Total UNDAF Outcome 3 1,989,341 - 1,859,341 130,000 1,009,875 - 309,875 700,000 4,300,000 1,600,000 1,600,000

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