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Building National CapacitiesBuilding National Capacitiesfor Dialogue and Collaborative Decision-making in Guinea-Bissaufor Dialogue and Collaborative Decision-making in Guinea-Bissau

Summary of Programme: The overall aim of the programme is to strengthen capacities for dialogue andSummary of Programme: The overall aim of the programme is to strengthen capacities for dialogue and collaborative decision-making in Guinea-Bissau. It envisages three main outcomes: (i) national capacities andcollaborative decision-making in Guinea-Bissau. It envisages three main outcomes: (i) national capacities and processes for dialogue and inclusive decision-making strengthened; (ii) civil society’s and media’s role to supportprocesses for dialogue and inclusive decision-making strengthened; (ii) civil society’s and media’s role to support peacebuilding enhanced; (iii) youth’s role and contribution to peace initiatives and youth’s resilience to violencepeacebuilding enhanced; (iii) youth’s role and contribution to peace initiatives and youth’s resilience to violence strengthened.strengthened. The envisaged duration of the programme is four years. Activities for the first two years are detailed in the present document and related budget, while activities for the following two years will be determined during the mid-term review.

September 2008

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Programme Period: 4 year (2 budgeted)

Key Result Area (Strategic Plan): Enhancing conflict and disaster risk management capabilities

Atlas Award ID: ______________Start date: January 5, 2009End Date January 5, 2013PAC Meeting Date November 7, 2008

Management Arrangements : DEX

SIGNATURE PAGE

Project Title Building National Capacities for Dialogue and Collaborative Decision-making in Guinea-Bissau Building National Capacities for Dialogue and Collaborative Decision-making in Guinea-Bissau

UNDAF Outcome(s):Institutions formulate and implement reform to consolidate the rule of law, normative frameworks, respect for humans right and political stability.

Expected CP Outcome(s):(Those linked to the project and extracted from the CP)

Promotion of Governance

Expected Output(s):(Those that will result from the project)

It envisages the following: (i) national capacities and processes for dialogue and inclusive decision-making strengthened; (ii) civil society’s and media’s role to support peacebuilding enhanced; (iii) youth’s role and contribution to peace initiatives and youth’s resilience to violence strengthened.

Executing Entity: UNDP

Implementing Agencies:UNDP with selected Partners from Civil Society and relevant government agencies

Agreed by (Government)

Agreed by (UNDP):

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Total resources required Total allocated resources: $1,472,000Regular _________Other:Donor $100,000 left over 00059936Donor _________Donor _________Government _________Unfunded budget: $1,372,000In-kind Contributions _________

I. Situation analysis

Country Context

1. Guinea Bissau is a small West African state of approximately 1.6 million inhabitants, which has been marred by recurring cycles of political and military upheaval since its independence from Portugal in 1974. After fifteen years under a one-party regime (African Party for the Independence of Guinea and Cape Verde, PAICG), the country engaged in a process of democratization and transition to a multiparty system. In 1998, a military mutiny and resulting armed conflict devastated the country’s economic and social infrastructures, aggravating the already widespread poverty.

2. Almost ten years after the armed conflict, Guinea Bissau is still facing a structural development crisis. Among the world’s poorest countries, it ranks 175 out of 177 in the UNDP Human Development Index for 2007/2008. The population is very young, with over half of the population aged below 15. The life expectancy is 45 years. One fourth of children under the age of five are malnourished; more than one fifth die before reaching the age of five. The adult illiteracy rate is 40% for men and 70% for women.1 For a long time, structural reform remained stalled, because of the destruction of equipment and infrastructure during the conflict. Until very recently, international donors have been reluctant to provide significant support, due to political uncertainty and concerns about corruption.

3. As a legacy of the war of independence, the defense sector is overstaffed, and salaries in this sector absorb approximately one fourth of the national budget. The country has nine public security forces but all lack adequate training, equipment and infrastructure to perform ascribed functions. There are no prisons in Guinea Bissau, and the existing detention facilities are in a deplorable state. The country also lacks adequate and modern legal frameworks that clearly delineate the roles and responsibilities of the various defense and public security services. The justice sector is severely hampered by a lack of adequately trained court personnel, the most basic of material means to carry out its responsibilities, accessibility to the population, capacity to fight or prosecute crimes and public trust. The average citizen continues to rely primarily on traditional justice mechanisms to address interpersonal and community disputes.

4. In spite of these difficult conditions, in recent years the Government of Guinea-Bissau has made significant efforts to contribute to stabilization through various reform initiatives to address the economic crisis, improve public management and fight corruption. An important development has been the adoption of a ‘roadmap’ for Security Sector Reform, consisting of three key documents: (i) the SSR Strategy Document (October 2006), which defines the strategies to be adopted for the four target reform areas of Security, Defense, Justice and Veterans of National Liberation; (ii) the 2007-2009 Three-Year Investment Plan for SSR (October 2006), which lays out the SSR objectives that need to be achieved and the programmes or projects needed to achieve them, at an estimated budget of USD 184.3 million; and (iii) the SSR Plan of Action for the Restructuring and Modernization of the Security and Defense Sector (September 2007), which defines the timeline for implementation of activities, with the aim of operationalizing the SSR Strategy.

5. On the economic front, the government has made concerted efforts to mobilize international assistance for its reform. In particular, it re-activated cooperation with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the Word Bank, with a view to obtaining much-needed debt relief under the Heavily Indebted Poor Countries (HIPC) Initiative and the Multilateral Debt Relief Initiative (MDRI). The National Poverty Reduction Strategy (NPRS), adopted in September 2007, calls for a multi-dimensional approach to poverty reduction, taking into account economic, social and institutional concerns as well as cultural and environmental aspects.2 The NPRS also identified a strong relation between peace consolidation and poverty reduction, stating in particular that: “a key determinant of poverty is instability and the recurrence of violence as evidenced by repeated coups d’état and armed conflicts. This situation

1 Source UNFPA http://www.unfpa.org/worldwide/indicator.do?filter=getIndicatorValues 2 National Poverty Reduction Strategy, 2007, http://imf.org/external/pubs/ft/scr/2007/cr07339.pdf

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contributed has hindered the realization of development programs and projects and continually weakened the already fragile institutions and infrastructure. Therefore, the prerequisites to make the poverty reduction strategy viable lie in the fostering of stability, good governance, reconciliation and peace consolidation in order to create the conditions to prevent a return to armed conflicts… In order to lessen the intensity of potential conflicts, the Government will foster reconciliation among the various former factions of the armed forces and the social forces that were involved in the political and military crises of the past. This reconciliation will be extended to all components of society in order to create the conditions for lasting peace. From this perspective, the Government, in collaboration with all the sovereign entities, will foster the building of a consensus of political and social forces around the questions of vital interest to the future of the nation”.

6. In spite of important steps forward, challenges to peace consolidation persist. Capacities and resources within key national institutions are extremely low. This institutional weakness contributes to the risk of a criminalization of the state, in particular with regard to its growing role in international narco-trafficking. Because of its strategic geographic location, porous borders and poor law enforcement capacity, the country has become a pivotal transit point of cocaine trafficking from Latin America in the route to European markets, and has started to be referred to as “the first African narco-state”. Hundreds of kilograms of the drug are estimated to pass through each week. There is significant fear that this will further compromise the governance of the country, and that, in the longer term, could also lead to violence inspired by rival drug gangs.

7. Progress towards peace consolidation is hampered by a low level of dialogue within institutional actors, and extremely weak mechanisms for wider citizens’ participation in policy debates and public policy making. The existing political culture is characterized by polarized leadership, personal antagonisms, deep levels of mistrust, elite control of the multi-party process, shifting alignments and allegiance and the absence of institutional forums and capacities for collaborative negotiation on issues of national import or for the creation of an inclusive vision for the future. In spite of the creation of a Reconciliation Commission by the Government, the country has not known a real debate about dealing with past abuses. In December 2007, the Parliament passed a law guaranteeing amnesty for any violence committed during the years of political unrest between 1980 and 2004. The law remains highly controversial with civil society and large segments of the population.

8. It should be recognized that, compared to other countries in the sub-region, Guinea-Bissau has shown remarkable resilience to ethnic violence, even during the 1998-1999 conflict. People have a tradition of living together, inter-marriage is common, and communication is facilitated by Creole being a ‘lingua franca’ for the whole country. However, there is a growing concern among several observers that ethnicity is becoming a stronger factor in the social and political dynamics, especially at the local level, where the ethnic card is often used instrumentally by politicians to mobilize constituencies. Some fear that instrumentalisation of ethnic identities could become a problem in particular in the upcoming elections in 2008 and 2010.

9. Throughout the years of turmoil, the women of Guinea Bissau, in particular, have made important contributions to stability and peace by serving as mediators in situation of conflict and guarantors of electoral processes. Because of their active role in the War of Independence, women in Guinea Bissau exercise strong leadership roles and occupy positions of power. Currently women are serving in the following key positions, among other public functions: Minister of Justice, President of the Supreme Court and Director of the Judiciary Police. Despite these achievements, the status of women in Guinea Bissau is very low, as demonstrated by an illiteracy rate of 76.2% compared to 47% of men. Any peacebuilding strategy for Guinea Bissau must have a strong gender perspective.

10. A specific attention to youth is equally important. Youth is alternatively referred to as a source of instability and a potential and untapped resource for peace in Guinea Bissau. The vast majority of young men and women in Guinea-Bissau have limited access to schooling, job opportunities, recreation or extra-curricular activities. The lack of educational, civic or employment opportunities in Guinea-Bissau for youth contribute to the absence of options for young people to engage themselves in productive activities and leave them vulnerable to various forms of exploitation. More and younger people are becoming users or are participating in drug trafficking activities. The youth radio – Radio Jovem – has noticed an increasing trend among adolescents and pre-adolescents to speak in terms that glorify drug traders and other forms of criminal activity. The youth at the Radio

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attribute this trend to a variety of factors, including weak and divided families, the increasing poverty of certain communities, the poor education system, the lack of employment and the abandonment of the state.

11. Localized forms of conflicts have largely remained out of the radar screen of national level peacebuilding strategies. These conflicts relate mostly to control of land and other resources (e.g. fish), and are intensified by the fact that the economy is weak, vulnerable and undiversified, and subsistence farming still plays a major role. Desertification is increasing the risk of resource-based conflict, particularly in the North East of the country. Given that the formal justice system is extremely weak and out of reach for most Guineans, local level conflicts are generally settled by traditional chiefs through traditional mechanisms. Opinions differ widely as to the effectiveness of these mechanisms, in particular with regard to the respect of the rights of women and ‘strangers’ (i.e. those who cannot trace their origins back to a determinate area).

12. In this context, the problem of cattle-stealing is often brought up. For some ethnic groups (notably the Balantas) cattle-stealing is symbolically part of initiation rituals for young men. However, a multitude of factors (including the availability of small arms and the proliferation of criminal networks linked to drug trafficking) may converge to make ‘traditional’ forms of conflict more dangerous in their impact. The phenomenon of ‘community vigilance committees’ is becoming common, with young men being mobilized by communities to resist to cattle-stealing, in the north of the country. There is concern that these groups may degenerate into violent gangs, especially if linked to the availability of small arms and drugs.

13. In terms of capacities for peace, the country can also count on a wide network of civil society organizations (mostly capital-based) and grassroots organizations (in rural areas), many of which active in peace-related fields. However, their impact has been mostly local, and their ability of influence national-level processes has been limited so far. Both the CCA and the UNDAF recognize the weakness of civil society organizations in that they lack necessary resources and financial autonomy, and have not really been involved in policy formulation so far.

14. Among the most significant civil society actors and initiatives in this field are the following:

Voz de Paz, the result of collaboration between INTERPEACE and the National Institute for Studies and Research (Institudo Nacional de Estudos et Pesquisas, INEP). Compared to other peace-related initiatives in Guinea-Bissau, Voz de Paz envisages a longer- term engagement and a wider outreach. Its core strategy is to first stimulate more, and more informed, public debate among all sectors of society all over the country, and, on this basis, identifying concrete development interventions that can strategically contribute to peacebuilding at the local level. To this aim, a national peacebuilding network of about 100 committed and respected peace activists has been created. The network is organized in 10 regional forums across the country. These provide a standing ‘platform’ for debate and conflict resolution at local level, and a conduit between the local and national level.

Estados Gerais, a citizen initiative for national dialogue initiated in 2006. With support from the United Nations Peace-Building Support Office in Guinea-Bissau (UNOGBIS), the promoters of the effort created identified four thematic clusters around topics considered to be the root causes of national political instability and lack of socio-economic development and organized a series of nation-wide consultations on these topics. The idea was to create a national pact for political stability and Development with key national stakeholders. These efforts seem to have lost momentum lately, as the political motivations of the organizers have come under increased scrutiny.

West Africa Network for Peacebuilding (WANEP)), a regional organisation whose headquarters are based in Ghana. In Guinea-Bissau, WANEP works to contribute to the emergence of a peace culture. Key interventions include, in particular: (i) capacity-building of organizations working on peace in Guinea-Bissau; (ii) focus in particular on women and young people, to enable them to fully participate in peace consolidation and socio-economic development; (iii) contribute to social dialogue to an open discussion of the key political and social issues in the country; (iv) put in place a “justice observatory”; (v) carry out a widespread campaign against the

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proliferation of small arms and light weapons; (vi) put in place a sub-regional early warning system, which will also serve as a platform of experience-sharing among the countries of the sub-region.

Combersa Pa Paz, a three-year civil society initiative dedicated to the resolution of conflict through peaceful means, including dialogue and mediation. A coalition of three Guinean NGOs, supported by the German development organization Weltfriedendienst, works primarily in the north of the country address land and property related conflicts as well as community and border related issues through research, training and dialogue promotion. This includes the creation of local peace committees to contribute to the discussion and solving of conflicts in a non-violent manner. 3

International Peace and Prosperity Project (IPPP), a Canadian NGO that has been active in Guinea-Bissau since 2004, working to provide seed money to support local organizations to help manage social and political tensions peacefully. IPPP held a participatory conflict analysis workshop to identify the country’s vulnerabilities, strings and opportunities to strengthen the institutional capacity for development. IPPN also supported the Estados Gerais and the National Commission for the Armed Forces in 2006 and 2007.4

RAJ-BM. One youth group stands out in particular for their efforts to bring about change in attitudes towards violence among the residents of the most violent neighborhoods in Bissau. RAJ/BM as a coordinator of various youth organizations of the Military Neighborhood (Bairro Militar) organized a sensitization and engagement campaign that enabled the return of a police to the neighborhood after the abandonment of the police due to the violence.

15. The media is also constrained by the lack of capacity and financial resources. The lack of the most basic resources such as transportation money to cover events make media outlet susceptible to manipulation, particularly at election time. For example, to cover party activities reporters are forced to travel with official party delegations. Consequently reporters feel indebted to the party that made travel arrangements possible and are less likely to be critical for fear of being blacklisted by party authorities in the future. In addition the media reporting capacities are weak. Inaccurate and sensationalistic reporting is common practice and the press is widely seen as an exacerbator of social conflict.

UN presence in Guinea-Bissau

16. The UN Country Team in Guinea-Bissau is composed of the following agencies and offices: UNDP, World Health Organisation (WHO), Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), United Nations Population’s Fund (UNFPA), World Food Programme (WFP), United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), the United Nations Peace-Building Support Office In Guinea-Bissau (UNOGBIS), the World Bank and the IMF. In addition, Guinea-Bissau is also covered by the following agencies based in Dakar: United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), United Nations Education, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO), United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO), and United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). The United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM) has an office in Cape Verde that supports operations in Guinea-Bissau.

17. UNOGBIS was established in June 1999 at the request of the Government of Guinea-Bissau. Its original mandate focused on promoting two central elements in the transition period: national reconciliation and the presidential and legislative elections in November 1999. The mission was then periodically renewed and its mandate revised to reflect the post-transition situation. Today, UNOGBIS is mandated to lead coordination efforts and support implementation structured for Justice and Security Sector Reform (JSSR) processes, support national efforts to enhance political dialogue, promote national reconciliation and respect for the rule of law and human rights.

3 See http://www.wfd.de/wfd/peace/peace/p00356.html 4 See http://www.ciian.org/projects1.shtml

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18. The UN Common Country Assessment (CCA) 5, completed in 2006, identifies five key areas of development challenges for the country: (i) institutional weakness and lack of clear separation of powers; (ii) weak engagement of development partners and capacity development of the State; (iii) weak human capital and weak promotion of health and education; (iv) existence of policies that increase marginalization of vulnerable groups and deepening of inequalities; (v) environmental degradation and low preparedness vis-à-vis natural disasters. The CCA recognizes the absence of dialogue within institutional actors, as well as the weak involvement of civil society in decision-making, as key challenges for reconstruction and development in the country. 6

19. Based on the analysis of the CCA, the United Nations Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) 7, adopted in 2007, identifies the following priority areas for the UN system for the 2008-2012 timeframe: (i) governance; (ii) growth and poverty reduction, and (iii) social protection and human development.

20. In December 2007, Guinea-Bissau was included on the agenda of the Peacebuilding Commission. The Strategic Framework for Peacebuilding in Guinea-Bissau, adopted in July 2008, identifies a number of key priorities for the consolidation of peace in the country, namely: (i) elections and institutional support for the Electoral Commission; (ii) measures to jumpstart the economy and rehabilitated the infrastructure, in particular the energy sector; (iii) security sector reform; (iv) strengthening of the justice sector, consolidating the rule of law and fighting against drug trafficking; (v) public administration reform; (vi) social issues critical to peacebuilding. The Strategic Framework will form the basis for future funding through the PBF.

21. A first allocation of resources from the Peacebuilding Fund, for a total amount of USD 6 million, was released in April 2008 to finance quick-win peacebuilding initiatives, focusing in particular on (i) improving the security and defense sectors; (ii) improve the justice sector; (iii) creating conditions and an environment conducive for political stability and socio-economic development; and (iv), improve democratic governance and participation. Four specific projects have been approved by the National Steering Committee for the rehabilitation of military barracks, the rehabilitation of the Bissau prison, youth employment, and direct support of the November elections. Among those, of particular reference for the present programme is the Vocational Training and Young People Employment project. With a total budget of USD 1,500,000 for 2008, the project aims at promoting vocational training and productive employment for young people in rural and urban areas, in order to decrease their vulnerability and make them a force in peace consolidation. The programme targets 500 young people.

UNDP Country Programme

22. The UNDP Country Office has adopted a Country Programme Action Plan (CPAP) for the period 2008-2012.8 The CPAP is based on CCA, the national human development report (2006), the PRSP priorities, and the UNDAF 2008-2012. Among the lessons learned from past cooperation, the CPAP identified, in particular, the need to take into account the capacity deficit on the part of national counterparts, and to invest more in capacity-building. The CPAP identified three areas of focus for UNDP: (i) democratic governance, with a particular focus on economic governance and local governance; (ii) economic growth, poverty reduction and environmental protection; (iii) equality and promotion of human development. The total of TRAC funds for 2008 is 4, 8 million.

23. In terms of ongoing programmes, there is a strong emphasis on democratic governance, with a focus on reinforcing the capacities of national institutions. In particular:

5 Bilan Commun du Pays (BPC), 2006, http://www.undg.org/docs/8455/CCA-prova-final-FR.pdf 6 See CCA, p.18: « les interventions des différents acteurs ont manqué de prendre suffisamment en compte la nécessité du dialogue politique et social au centre de la consolidation de la paix. Cette situation a été exacerbée par le fait que le primat mis sur les élections comme seul mode de retour à la vie politique démocratique a plutôt ravivé les tensions sociales et les clivages et violences politiques ». 7 Plan Cadre des Nations Unies pour l’Aide au Développement (PNUAD), 2006, http://www.undg.org/docs/8456/UNDAF-FR-SIGNE.pdf 8 See PNUD Programme de pays pour la Guinée-Bissau (2008-2012) http://www.undp.org/africa/programmedocs/Guinea%20Bissau%20CPD%20-%202008-2012%20_French.pdf

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http://www.undp.org/africa/programmedocs/Guinea%20Bissau%20CPD%20-%202008-2012%20_French.pdf

http://www.undp.org/africa/programmedocs/Guinea%20Bissau%20CPD%20-%202008-2012%20_French.pdf

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Support to administrative reform and decentralisation process, a one-year programme with a total budget of USD 1,119,500. Through this programme, UNDP plans to support the development and implementation of a national plan for supporting national capacities in public management. This is to be done through training in planning, design and evaluation of programmes, accounting, budget management and control. Key partners in this programme are the European Union, the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund. With regard to decentralization, the aim is to support public administration in the deconcentration process and to prepare to local elections; to support the development of administrative capacities at the local level; to define a framework for equitable distribution of resources at the central and local level; and to support gender-sensitive local planning in collaboration with UNIFEM. In collaboration with SNV, UNPD program UNDEF (United Nations Democracy Fund) is supported the development of local decision-making capacities that have created dynamic in the regions of Cacheu, Bafata and Gabu where there establish collective decision-making process, dialogue and conflict-resolution processes with traditional leaders and local authorities. The program will build on the achievements made by UNDEF.

Promotion of Access to Justice and Consolidation of the Rule of Law, for a total budget of USD 360,000. The programme focuses on supporting the Ministry of Justice for law dissemination. In addition, the Democratic Governance Thematic Trust Fund (DGTTF) has just allocated USD 300,000 for 2008 to the Country Office for support to the justice sector.

Support to the Rule of Law in Guinea-Bissau through justice and security sector reform , funded by BCPR with a total budget of USD 8.268,532 for three years (2008-2011). The programme has four key areas of intervention: (i) strengthening of the justice system, to ensure a better protection of human rights and provide quality services to citizens; (ii) promotion of access to justice, with particular emphasis on women; (iii) support to the reform of the security sector reform, through reinforcing civilian oversight; (iv) support to the establishment of police and defense systems modernized and adapted to the financial possibilities of the country and (v) support to traditional systems of justice. The project will be implemented in DEX modality in close collaboration with government structures in charge of justice and security sector.

Local E-Governance. The programme on local e-governance aims at reinforcing democratic institutions and modernization of public administration, in particular at the local level, to improve service delivery for local populations. By putting in place computers and internet connections, it supports participatory budgeting, deconcentration and reinforcement of inclusive decision-making at the local level. The programme is funded almost entirely by Spain through the Democratic Governance Thematic Trust Fund (total amount USD 1,400,000 for the period 2008-2010), and is implemented in NEX modality.

24. The UNDP Country Office also has a number of ongoing interventions focusing on gender equality and women empowerment. In particular:

Support for enhanced representation of women in decision-making (65 000 USD for one year – overall duration 5 years).

Vocational training, alphabetization and employment creation for women and young people (70 000 USD for one year – overall duration 5 years)

Fight against violence and discrimination against women (55 000 USD for one year – overall duration 5 years).

Background to the programme “Building National Capacities for Dialogue and Decision-making in Guinea-Bissau”

25. In 2006, a joint UNDP mission of UNDP/BCPR, the UN Department of Political Affairs (DPA) and the UN Inter-departmental Framework for Coordination on Conflict Prevention (the Framework Team) was deployed to Guinea-Bissau from 12-16 June 2006. The mission worked closely with UNOGBIS and UNDP/Bissau staff, and consulted with a wide range of national and international stakeholders. As a result of the mission, the programme

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“Building National Capacities for Dialogue and Collaborative Decision-making in Guinea-Bissau” was formulated. The programme focused on capacity-building for dialogue and collaborative decision-making, in four main areas: (i) enhancing conflict management skills and capacities of the legislative and judicial branches of government; (ii) strengthening the influence and capacity of civil society to engage in participatory dialogue processes with political actors in a collaborative manner; (iii) capacitating the armed forces and political parties to organize stakeholder consultation processes; (iv) preliminary planning for long-term reconstruction of government machinery. The programme was funded by BCPR for a total of USD 450,000.

26. A number of factors delayed the start of the implementation of the programme, including change of senior management in the UNDP Country Office and recruitment difficulties. A Peace and Development Advisor (PDA) was recruited in February 2008. Two National United Nations Volunteers (UNVs) were also recruited in August 2008. Since her appointment, the PDA has supported UNDP and the UN system in the implementation of a number of initiatives, including in particular:

In the area of Security Sector Reform, the PDA supported the design and organization of a UN workshop for the state institutions involved in public security to address issues of inter-jurisdictional ambiguity (Fortalecendo a Colaboração entre as Instituições de Segurança e Ordem Pública da Guiné-Bissau, Bissau, and 3-5 September 2008).

In the area of youth empowerment, the PDA led the design and launching of a pilot Youth Initiative to provide training, accompaniment and funds to youth groups in promoting a culture of peace in Guinea Bissau. The youth initiative was financed out of the original BCPR contribution, for a total of USD 80,000 (activity line: Enhancing civil society capacities for dialogue).

II. Strategy

27. More that two years after the initial adoption of the programme, its thrust and objectives remain valid. However, a number of developments (primarily the adoption of a roadmap for SSR and the inclusion of Guinea-Bissau in the agenda of the Peacebuilding Commission) have made it necessary to reformulate the programme to better respond to the reality of Guinea-Bissau. In its revised version, the programme will continue to strengthen the capacities for dialogue and collaborative decision-making in Guinea-Bissau. The main revisions can be summarized as follows:

The programme is intended as complementary to the newly-established programme “Support to the Rule of Law in Guinea-Bissau through justice and security sector reform”, with a defined focus on strengthening civil society involvement and popular participation in key JSSR processes.

Compared to the original document, the programme has a stronger focus on youth empowerment and participation, building on the lessons of the pilot Youth Advocacy Initiative, and complementing the efforts for youth employment carried out in the context of the Strategic Framework for Peacebuilding in Guinea-Bissau.

The programme has a stronger focus on localized forms of violence, in particular related to access to land and other resources.

28. The envisaged duration of the programme is four years. Activities for the first two years are detailed in the present document and related budget, while activities for the following two years will be determined during the mid-term review. The programme envisages four main outcomes:

Outcome 1: National capacities and processes for dialogue and inclusive decision-making strengthened

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This component of the programme aims at strengthening capacities for dialogue at different levels: (i) dialogue and collaboration within national and regional institutions; (ii) dialogue and collaboration between national institutions, regional decision-making bodies and civil society; and (iii) outreach and inclusion of the population in decision-making. In so doing, the programme complements ongoing efforts to strengthen capacities of national institutions in specific technical areas. The work will respect, build upon and seek to enhance synergies with UNOGBIS sponsored activities in this area.

During the first phase (year I and II), the focus is primarily on national-level institutional actors, taking into account the continuing challenges in the decentralization process. A much stronger focus on local level institutions is envisaged for the second phase (year III and IV).

Output 1.1 Skills and attitudes for collaborative decision-making strengthened for a range of institutional actors

While there has been no shortage of capacity-building and awareness-raising interventions for institutional actors so far, these have often been ‘ad hoc’, with a risk of redundancy, replication, and lack of cumulative impact. The aim of this component of the programme is to systematize training in one core curriculum, covering core skills and knowledge for dialogue and participatory decision-making. The curriculum is targeted at a broad spectrum of actors (both institutional actors and civil society), and aims at creating a ‘leveled playing field’ in terms of basic knowledge and skills in order to participate in dialogue and similar processes. It will also form the basis for more advanced and specialized training. The ultimate objective is to institutionalize the curriculum within a national institution, to ensure sustainability, relevance and local ownership. Different options for institutionalization (e.g. University of Bissau, INEP, etc) will be explored and assessed during the first phase.

Indicative activities (first phase):

Development of a capacity development curriculum, in modular format.

Testing of the curriculum through a series of workshops with institutional and civil society actors;

Revision of curriculum on the basis of testing.

Output 1.2 Capacities of Parliament for participatory law-making enhanced

Among the institutions receiving specific support during the first phase of the programme, priority will be given to the new Parliament that will emerge of the 2008 legislative elections. This support complements other capacity-development efforts, focusing in particular on strengthening citizens’ participation in law-making. This is done through ongoing accompaniment of the process of drafting and adoption of one piece of legislation, with a particular social relevance, through a participatory process.


Sensitization and awareness-raising of Parliamentarians;

Capacity-development and technical support to relevant Parliamentary commissions (MPs and legal staff) to conduct consultations on particular aspects on the legislation;

Capacity-development and technical support to civil society and key constituency to effectively participate in the process.

Codification of the experience in the form of a ‘model process’ case-study.

Output 1.3 Ongoing processes to reform Security Sector Reform and Rule of Law strengthened through a participatory approach

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This component complements the newly-launched programme « Appui au Renforcement de l´État de Droit en Guinée Bissau à travers la réforme de la justice et la sécurité » from the perspective of strengthening the interface between Security Sector institutions, civil society and the population at large. It draws largely on the recommendations of the UN workshop “Strenghtening Collaboration between Security and Public Order Institutions in Guinea-Bissau” (September 2008).


Support the set up and functioning of the Inter-ministerial Committee for Permanent Dialogue

Support specific bodies within the Security Sector institutions (e.g. Women’s Committees in the Police and Armed Forces) in reinforcing their relations with the population and key constituencies and their capacities to design and implement inclusive processes.

OUTCOME 2: Civil society and media role to support peacebuilding enhanced

The overall objective of this component is to strengthen the role of civil society organizations and networks, as well as the media, to be active and constructive participants in processes of dialogue and collaborative decision-making. In this context, the programme also intends to improve knowledge and analysis of one particular theme where the involvement of civil society and grassroots organizations can play a strong role in conflict resolution, namely land-related conflicts and existing means of conflict resolution. The work will respect, build upon and seek to enhance synergies with UNOGBIS sponsored activities in this area.

Output 2.1 Stand-by pool of dialogue professionals and peace actors in place and functioning

The objective is to create a network of ‘peace actors’ that have the legitimacy, recognition and capacities to perform a wide spectrum of functions (from the design and facilitation of dialogue and similar processes, to actual conflict resolution on the ground, etc.). In so doing, the programme will draw on existing civil society networks (e.g. Voz de Paz, Placon and Movimento da Sociedade Civil networks). The work will respect, build upon and seek to enhance synergies with UNOGBIS sponsored activities in this area.


Advanced capacity-building (e.g. in mediation skills, process design, advanced facilitation skills, training of trainers), on the basis of modules in 1.1.

Output 2.2 Knowledge and analysis of land-related disputes at the local level and existing mechanisms for dispute resolution improved

The objective is to assess different options for conflict resolution of land-related disputes at the local level. This will assess, first of all, whether an intervention in this area is indeed necessary, or whether the conflicts are already adequately addressed within the communities, and secondly, it will assess in which way external assistance can be provided in a way that reinforces, rather than harming, existing capacities. One option that will be particularly assessed (and possibly implemented during the second phase) is to have specialized mediators of land-related conflict at the local level, as part of the stand-by pool of professionals described in output 2.1.


Conduct study on land issues and related conflicts, identifying existing gaps in knowledge of land issues with regard to peacebuilding, legal framework and traditional practices with regard to land

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Prepare an “option paper”, on the basis of the assessment under 3.1.1, including different options to strengthen local capacities to address land-related disputes.

Output 2.3 Media’s role in peacebuilding and social communication strengthened

This component seeks to strengthen the capacity of the media to be an independent, credible and legitimate force for peace in Guinea-Bissau. Particular attention will be given to the training of women’s journalists, as well as to coverage of issues that are particularly relevant for women’s empowerment.


Provide capacity-building training to journalists (reporting ethics, skills of newsgathering, investigations, information access, coverage of potentially conflictual events; media accountability);

Establish “social communication fund”, to give ‘mini-fellowship’ to media professionals to cover expenses for investigating stories of social significance and to report on stories demonstrating the advantages of peaceful resolution of conflict.

OUTCOME 3: Youth role and contribution to peace initiatives and youth resilience to violence strengthened

This particular attention to youth is aligned with the focus on the Strategic Framework for Peacebuilding in Guinea-Bissau, and complements the attention on youth employment with interventions aimed at increasing youth empowerment and civic participation. It builds on the ongoing UNDP Youth Advocacy Initiative, which provides small grants to youth groups in Guinea-Bissau to implement peacebuilding initiatives of their own design. Throughout the next two years, the programme will continue to provide these small grants through a competitive process, while at the same time providing support to scale up the initiatives with the greatest potential to contribute to peace in the country. A particular effort will be made to strengthen young women’s effective involvement and participation. The programme will seek to build on possible synergies with the UNDP Jobs Project, financed by the Peacebuilding Fund as a Quick Impact Project.

Output 3.1 Youth groups’ engagement to participate in civic life strengthened

The program forces on building project design and management, cooperative advocacy and conflict management skills through capacity building and accompaniment services. The initiative provides a small grant to youth groups that design youth related project s that seek to address the instrumentalization for violence in rural as well as urban areas. The project was conducted in the second half of 2008 as a pilot initiative. In 2009 and 2010 UNDP will continue to implement 2nd and 3rd runs of the small grants program for youth advocacy and provide an additional 20 youth organizations the opportunity to compete for the grant, design and implement a peacebuilding initiative of their own design. The effort will incorporate the lessons learned from the pilot phase of the initiative and continue to offer capacity building and accompaniment services for project design and implementation, cooperative advocacy skills and conflict resolution. Theme for the 2009 round is “Preventing instrumentalisation of youth for violence”.


Provide small grants to youth groups (Youth Advocacy Initiative, pilot phase);

Provide capacity building and accompaniment for project design and implementation, advocacy, and conflict resolution (pilot phase);

Provide small grants to youth groups (second and third round);

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Provide capacity building and accompaniment for project design and implementation, advocacy, and conflict resolution (second and third round).

Output 3.2 Youth engagement efforts for addressing the issue of cattle thievery supported

This output focuses on enhancing youth civic engagement in the issues of cattle thievery, by providing advanced training, material and technical support for the development of a community consultation process to develop a code of conduct for the members of the Cattle Protection Vigiliance Committees in the region of Cacheu. The effort will support youth groups that design and deliver gender sensitive sensitization messages. Finally, assistance will be provided for youth that design engagement strategies so that youth can effectively participate in decision-making fora on the issue and contribute to lasting solutions to the problem.


Provide advanced training, material and technical support for the development of a community consultation process on for a code of conduct for the cattle protection vigilance committees in the region of Cacheu.

Support youth groups design and deliver gender-sensitive sensitization messages around a code of conduct to youth involved in vigilance committees and on-going engagement strategies.

Output 3.3 Youth engagement efforts for addressing issues related to ethnic Instrumentalization supported

This output will help UNDP provide advanced training, material and technical support to develop community consultations and dialogues to design effective participatory, gender-sensitive and community-based strategies for addressing issues related to ethnic violence and design ethic tolerance sensitization messages and youth engagement strategies.

Indicative activities: Provide advanced training, material and technical support to youth groups for the development of a

permanent platform for inter-ethnic dialogue Support youth groups that deliver gender-sensitive sensitization messages to promote ethnic tolerance Support youth initiated efforts to promote on-going youth participation and engagement in local and

decision-making fora on issues related to ethnic tolerance.

Output 3.4 Youth engagement efforts on issues related to urban youth violence supported

The output will enhance youth civic engagement on issues of urban youth violence and the search for youth identified solutions. The initiative will provide advanced training, material and technical support to the development of community consultations to develop participatory, gender-sensitive and community-based strategies for addressing specific issues related to youth violence in urban areas. The initiative will also enable urban youth organizations to participate in the design, dissemination and of sensitizations message and engagement strategies for addressing issues of youth related violence.

Indicative activities: Provide advanced training, material and technical support to youth groups to develop community-based

strategies for addressing specific issues related to youth violence in urban areas Support youth groups that deliver gender-sensitive sensitization messages to promote a culture of peace Support on-going youth designed participation and engagement efforts at both local and national level

decision-making on issues of youth violence.

Internal capacities of UN Country Team in conflict sensitive planning reinforced

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In addition to the programme described above, the Peace and Development Advisor will devote a portion of his or her time to strengthening the internal capacities of the UN Country Team in conflict sensitive development planning, with a view to ensure that UN programmes explicitly incorporate a ‘do no harm’ perspective, and contribute to overarching peacebuilding objectives in a coherent and coordinated fashion. This will be done though internal capacity-building, mentoring and facilitation of experience-sharing, both internally and from other countries. This portion of the work is not reflected in the Results Framework because there are few budgetary implications. The efforts will center on building internal awareness and reinforcing capacities of ‘do no harm’, the integration of conflict sensitivity into development programmes, and knowledge of peacebuilding frameworks.


Conduct awareness-raising and skills development workshops conducted with UN Country Team (1 workshop in awareness- raising and 2 workshops in skills development per year).

Provide direct assistance and accompaniment to UNDP/UN agencies for the integration of conflict sensitivity into selected programmes (tentatively 2 programmes per year).

III. Results and resource framework

29. See annex 1.

IV. Risks and risk management

30. The planned intervention is not without risk. The country is still politically fragile. The consensual political stability pact between the three key parties broke down in August and the political temperature is expected to rise as the country approaches legislative elections planned for November 2008. Most alarming among the risk factors have been the sporadic skirmishes between the different security services, any one of which could unleash the kind of violence that may not be easy to quell. This problem will eventually be addressed with the systemic reforms that are envisaged, but the Government is still waiting for the funds and technical assistance to make carry out a comprehensive implementation of the reforms. The assumption is that the JSSR will create the conditions for economic development that, in turn, will sustain the structural reforms. But the initial impetus to kick-start the reform process, particularly adequate financial and technical assistance, is yet to materialize. While the needs of this country are great, there is an aid-absorption problem due to the lack of capacity and material conditions to work. And, given the high levels of corruption, the international donor community provides may be reticent in providing ready and substantial assistance at any one moment. This UNDP program will help ensure that many past mistakes and inequalities are not perpetuated by focusing on the development of participatory decision-making, dialogue and deliberation processes that have a gendered perspective.

31. With regard to public security concerns, it is expected that the law enforcement and public security workshop held in September contributed to stability and inter-ministerial collaboration. The arrival of the Rule of Law Advisor and the initiation of activities envisioned under that program will help address some of the concerns of national counterparts that aid is not materializing. Similarly, the approval of the MDG Fund concept note under that thematic window of Conflict Prevention and Peacebuilding will also enable UNDP to bring the much needed gender sensitive approach to the JSSR reform process.

32. The Youth related activities outlined in the program will enable the peaceful engagement of youth in the resolution of issues that affect this sector in particular. The initiative identifies and works with youth groups that are less corrupt than national structures and enables capacity development in a tailored manner. This strategy

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could, in the long run, create new civil society organizations that could offer an alternative to the usual, older, more established, politically compromised and potentially corrupt counterparts.

V. Resource mobilization strategy

33. Given the strong synergy and complementarity between the present programme and the Strategic Framework for Peacebuilding in Guinea-Bissau, it is envisaged that part of the activities could be funded through the PBF. Discussions in this regard are ongoing. A number of bilateral donors (e.g. Japan, UK, Spain, and France) have also expressed interest in funding some of the components of the programme, in particular those related to youth and civil society. These discussions will be pursued further in the coming months.

VI. Management arrangements

34. The Program will be implemented under UNDP Direct Execution (DEX) modality and will be managed by the Peace and Development Advisor, working under the direct supervision of the UN Resident Coordinator, and coordinate closely with other UN agencies, including UNOGBIS (see Annex II for Terms of Reference). The PDA is responsible for supervising the National Programme Officer and two National United Nations Volunteers.

35. Coordination with national actors will take place according to counterparts identified in the programme document. The Annual Work Plan (AWP) will be formulated and activities implemented in collaboration with a “Working Group” integrating representatives of main partners in this programme, under the coordination of PDA. JSSR-related initiatives (output 1.3) will be coordinated with the UNDP Rule of Law Advisor and existing steering committees.

36. Yearly work plans will be developed in coordination with relevant counterparts as identified in the Program Document. In many instances, National and International NGOs will be implementing partners on various initiatives. Contracts will be granted in a competitive bidding process and partners will be selected according to established criteria set forth in a Request for Proposals.

VII. Monitoring and evaluation

37. The following reports will be submitted as part of the monitoring process:

Inception report, to be presented immediately after the start of the programme. This will include a Workplan for the first year, indicating activities and corresponding indicators, as well as budget. This report will include further details on institutional roles, responsibilities, coordination mechanisms of partners engaged in the project.

Yearly report: conforming to UNDP’s rules and regulations, a report of self-assessment will be submitted by the project’s team every year, including the following elements:

o Performance assessment of the project during the year under consideration; o Challenges encountered; o Annual work plan and other expenditure reports; o Lessons learned; o Recommendations for future implementation to address the main challenges encountered.

Mid-term report: this report will be presented by the programme management team after the first two years of implementation of the programme. It will assess the achievements and challenges of the programme, identify lessons learned, and, on this basis, present a detailed strategy and workplan for the second phase of the programme (years III and IV).

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Final report of the project: this report will synthetize all activities and results of the project, lessons learned, degree of achievements of results. This report will also recommend the necessary actions to ensure sustainability of results.

Two independent evaluations of the programme will be conducted:

Mid-term evaluation, after the first two years of the programme: this evaluation will assess the key achievements and challenges of the programme, identify lessons learned and make recommendations to improve implementation in the remaining two years of the programme.

Final evaluation, at the end of the programme, will assess its overall impact, identify lessons learned for future programmes and provide recommendations to ensure sustainability.

VIII. Legal framework

This project document shall be the instrument referred to as such in Article 1 of the SBAA between the Government of Guinea-Bissau and UNDP, signed on 28/06/1975.Consistent with the Article III of the Standard Basic Assistance Agreement, the responsibility for the safety and security of the executing agency and its personnel and property, and of UNDP’s property in the executing agency’s custody, rests with the executing agency. The executing agency shall:

a) put in place an appropriate security plan and maintain the security plan, taking into account the security situation in the country where the project is being carried;

b) Assume all risks and liabilities related to the executing agency’s security, and the full implementation of the security plan.

UNDP reserves the right to verify whether such a plan is in place, and to suggest modifications to the plan when necessary. Failure to maintain and implement an appropriate security plan as required hereunder shall be deemed a breach of this agreement.The executing agency agrees to undertake all reasonable efforts to ensure that none of the UNDP funds received pursuant to the Project Document are used to provide support to individuals or entities associated with terrorism and that the recipients of any amounts provided by UNDP hereunder do not appear on the list maintained by the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1267 (1999).

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Annex I : RESULTS AND RESOURCES FRAMEWORKS

Building National Capacities for Dialogue and Collaborative Decision-making in Guinea-BissauUNDP Strategic Plan Key Result Area 3.1: Enhancing conflict and disaster risk management capabilitiesSP Outcome 3: Strengthened national capacities, including the participation of women, to prevent, reduce, mitigate and cope with the impact of violent conflictSP Outcome 8: Post-crisis community security and social cohesion restoredUNDAF Outcome: Institution formulate and implement reform to consolidate the rule of law, normative frameworks, respect for humans right and political stability.CP Outcome: Promotion of GovernanceProgramme Outcome 1: National capacities and processes for dialogue and inclusive decision-making strengthenedOutput Indicative activities Partners Inputs Budget (USD)

for the first two years

1.1 Skills and attitudes for collaborative decision-making strengthened for a range of institutional actors

Development of a capacity development curriculum, in modular format.

Testing of the curriculum through a series of workshops with institutional and civil society actors;

Revision of curriculum on the basis of testing.

INEPVoz de PazWanepUNDP program managers SNV

Consultancies (local)

Workshops

Translations costs

3,000

60,000

3,000

1.2 Capacities of Parliament for participatory law-making enhanced

Sensitization and awareness-raising of Parliamentarians;

Capacity-development and technical support to relevant Parliamentary commissions (MPs and legal staff) to conduct consultations on particular aspects on the legislation;

Capacity-development and technical support to civil society and key constituency to effectively participate in the process.

Codification of the experience in the form of a ‘model process’ case-study.

SNVNDIREMAMPWomens committee of ParliamentParliament training centerUNOGBIS

Workshops

Consultancies (international)


Travel (local)

Communication

60,000

30,000

15,000

15,000

3,000

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costs

1.3 Ongoing processes to reform Security Sector Reform and Rule of Law strengthened through a participatory approach

Support the set up and functioning of the Interministerial Committee for Permanent Dialogue;

Support specific bodies within the Security Sector institutions (e.g. Women’s Committees in the Police and Armed Forces) in reinforcing their relations with the population and key constituencies and their capacities to design and implement inclusive processes.

International Security Sector Advisory Team (ISSAT) The Geneva Centre for the Democratic Control of the Armed Forces (DCAF)Voz de Paz expertsSNVUNOGBIS



Workshops

Communication/travel costs

20,000

30,000

25,000

60,000

Subtotal for outcome 1 324,000Programme Outcome 2: Civil society and media role to support peacebuilding enhanced 2.1 Stand-by pool of dialogue professionals and peace actors in place and functioning

Advanced capacity-building (e.g. in mediation skills, process design, advanced facilitation skills, training of trainers), on the basis of modules in 1.1.

Voz de PazPlaconMovimento da Sociedade CivilINEPLiga dos Diretos HumanosVoz de PazUNOGBIS

Workshops

Travel (local)


Phone costs

45,000

20,000

10,000

1,000

2.2 Knowledge and analysis of land-related disputes at the local level and existing

Conduct study on land issues and related conflicts, identifying existing gaps in knowledge of land issues with regard to peacebuilding, legal framework and traditional practices with regard to land

INEPVoz de PazMinistry of

Subcontracting 50,000

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mechanisms for dispute resolution improved Prepare an “option paper”, on the basis of the assessment under 3.1.1,

including different options to strengthen local capacities to address land-related disputes.

AgricultureFAO WFPUNDP SSR Rule of Law Program and rural development programs

Consultancy (local)

10,000

2.3 Media’s role in peacebuilding and social communication strengthened

Provide capacity-building training to journalists (reporting ethics, skills of newsgathering, investigations, information access, coverage of potentially conflictual events; media accountability);

Establish “social communication fund”, to give ‘mini-fellowship’ to media professionals to cover expenses for investigating stories of social significance and to report on stories demonstrating the advantages of peaceful resolution of conflict.

UNOGBISRadio Sol MansiCaritasRede de Journalist Defensores dos Direitors Humanos de Promocao da PazCommunity radiosJournalist UnionCasa da Imprensa

Workshops

Small grants for covering expenses (travel, communication costs)

60,000

50,000

Subtotal for outcome 2 246,000Programme Outcome 3: Youth’s role and contribution to peace initiatives and youth’s resilience to violence strengthened3.1 Youth groups’ engagement to participate in civic life strengthened

Provide small grants to youth groups (Youth Advocacy Initiative, pilot phase);

Provide capacity building and accompaniment for project design and implementation, advocacy, and conflict resolution (pilot phase);

Provide small grants to youth groups (second and third round);

UNFPA, UN Volunteers program, Platform for NGOs (PLACON), Ministry of Culture, Youth

Small Grants



200,000

25,000

10,000

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Provide capacity building and accompaniment for project design and implementation, advocacy, and conflict resolution (second and third round).

and Sports and the Institute for Youth. UNDP jobs project

Workshops


20,000

25,000

3.2 Youth engagement efforts for addressing the issue of cattle thievery supported

Provide advanced training, material and technical support for the development of a community consultation process on for a code of conduct for the cattle protection vigilance committees in the region of Cacheu.

Support youth groups design and deliver gender sensitive sensitization messages and engagement strategies around a code of conduct to youth involved in vigilance committees.

UNFPA, UN Volunteers program, Alternag, Voz de Paz, FIDEC, local governments, the Armed Forces, The Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports and the Institute for Youth.



Workshops


5.000

5,000

10,000

25.000

3.3 Youth engagement efforts for addressing issues related to ethnic Instrumentalization supported

Provide advanced training, material and technical support to youth groups for the development of a permanent platform for inter-ethnic dialogue

Support youth groups that deliver gender-sensitive sensitization messages to promote ethnic tolerance

Support youth initiated efforts that promote on-going youth participation and engagement in local and national decision-making on issues of ethnic tolerance.

UNFPA, UN Volunteers program, Voz de Paz, CNJ-Gabu, local governments, the Armed Forces, The Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports ,the Institute for Youth.



Workshops


5.000

5,000

10,000

25.000

3.4 Youth engagement efforts on issues related to urban youth violence supported

Provide advanced training, material and technical support to youth groups to develop community-based strategies for addressing specific issues related to youth violence in urban areas

Support youth groups that deliver gender-sensitive sensitization messages to promote a culture of peace

UNFPA, UN Volunteers program, CNJ, RENAJ, FNJP, Radio Joven, Jovens do



5.000

5,000

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Support on-going youth designed participation and engagement efforts at both local and national level decision-making on issues of youth violence.

Bairro Militar, Balur do Tchon, local governments, the Armed Forces, The Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports , the Institute for Youth.

Workshops


10,000

25.000

Subtotal Outcome 3 415,000Program ManagementRecruitment of dedicated human resources

Recruit Peace and Development Advisor

Recruit National Programme Officer

Recruit two National UN Volunteers

UNDP/BCPR Invoice for each post during two years

300,000

104,000

48,000

Mid-term evaluation conducted

Recruit consultants (two international and one national) UNDP/BCPR Consultancy fees

Travel

30,000

5,000Subtotal for Program Management 487000TOTAL FOR FIRST PHASE 1,472,000

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Annex II – Terms of Reference of Peace and Development Advisor

TERMS OF REFERENCE

PEACE AND DEVELOPMENT ADVISOR

Bureau/Country Office: UNDP Country Office, Guinea-Bissau Post Title: Peace and Development AdvisorPost level: ALD4 International Duration: One year, with possibility of extension Duty station: Bissau, Guinea-Bissau, with some in-country travel

BackgroundGuinea-Bissau has been marred by recurring cycles of political and military upheaval since its independence from Portugal in 1974. After fifteen years under a one-party regime (, the country engaged in a process of democratization and transition to a multiparty system. In 1998, a military mutiny and resulting armed conflict devastated the country’s economic and social infrastructures, aggravating the already widespread poverty. Almost ten years after the armed conflict, Guinea-Bissau has made important steps towards the consolidation of peace and stability. However, a number of important challenges remain, which, if not addressed, may jeopardize the country’s peacebuilding and development prospects.

Capacities and resources within key national institutions are extremely low. This institutional weakness contributes to the risk of a criminalization of the state, in particular with regard to its growing role in international narco-trafficking. Progress towards peace consolidation is hampered by a low level of dialogue within institutional actors, and extremely weak mechanisms for wider citizens’ participation in policy debates and public policy-making.

In recognition of these challenges, and the need to address them in a systematic fashion in collaboration with the UN system and national counterparts, UNDP is recruiting a dedicated Peace and Development Advisor (hereinafter, PDA), to assist with strategic planning and programming in the areas of conflict prevention and peacebuilding.

Duties and ResponsibilitiesUnder the direct supervision of the UN Resident Coordinator in Bissau, the Peace and Development Advisor will perform the following functions:

1. Manage and be responsible for the overall implementation of the programme “Building National Capacities for Dialogue and Collaborative Decision-making in Guinea-Bissau”. In this context, s/he will supervise the National Programme Officer and United Nations Volunteers, and identify and engage national and international consultants, as necessary and appropriate, to assist with the above;

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2. Provide strategic and timely advice to the RR/RC on all issues related to conflict prevention and peace consolidation;

3. Contribute to analysis and monitoring of emerging developments in Guinea-Bissau, with a view to identifying risks factors that could cause instability or violence, as well as emerging opportunities; and contribute to regular analytical briefs to the RR/RC and UN Country Team on political and security developments in Guinea-Bissau, and advise on programmatic options to address challenges and seize opportunities. Help the national team enhance their analysis function by helping operationalize a political analysis function via the creation of a thematic working group that has a regular duty to conduct collective analysis about the on-going peace building issues in the country;

4. Monitor all developments related to the Peacebuilding Commission and Peacebuilding Support Fund, and provide regular briefings to the RR/RC and UN Country Team in this regard.

5. Assist the UN system in implementing development programmes and initiatives from a conflict-sensitive perspective. This will include training and on-going mentoring initiatives to be carried out in consultation with UNOGBIS;

6. Maintain ongoing engagement with national counterparts to catalyze and build upon national initiatives for conflict management, reconciliation and peacebuilding.

Management ArrangementsThe Peace and Development Advisor will report to the UN Resident Coordinator. S/he will work in close cooperation with relevant staff within the UNDP Country Office, and in particular the rule of law advisor, other program managers and administrative and finance staff. S/he will work closely with UNOGBIS on an as needed basis to assist in the resolution of crisis situations and the design of specific interventions.

In carrying out his/her function, the advisor will liaise and consult systematically with relevant Bureaus in UNDP New York (in particular, the Regional Bureau for Africa and the Bureau for Crisis Prevention and Recovery) as well as the Department of Political Affairs (DPA) and the Peacebuilding Support Office (PBSO).

Required Skills and Experience Advanced university degree in social sciences with a focus on international relations,

political science, development studies or equivalent field; A minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in conflict prevention,

including relevant field experience, especially in crisis or post-conflict settings, and in conflict sensitive programming;

Extensive experience in designing and managing development programmes; Specific experience involving the facilitation of multi-stakeholder processes,

preferably in crisis situations, and/or experience with designing and delivery training in conflict resolution;

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Prior experience in Africa, and in particular in the West African sub-region, is greatly desirable;

Excellent knowledge of English or French, with working knowledge of the other language. Knowledge of Portuguese would be a strong asset. Willingness to learn is expected from candidates who do not speak Portuguese at the time of their recruitment.

Corporate Competencies: Good knowledge/understanding of UNDP/UN rules, regulations, policies,

procedures and practices; Good understanding of UNDP programming modalities, particularly in crisis and

post-conflict settings.

Managerial Competencies: Ability to establish effective working relations in a multicultural team environment; Excellent supervisory, team-building, diplomatic and interpersonal skills ; Resourcefulness, initiative and maturity of judgment.

Behavioral Competencies: Strong communication and advocacy skills; Ability to work in a complex environment requiring liaison and collaboration with

multiple actors; Ability to demonstrate sensitivity, tact and diplomacy; Excellent analytical, organizational and negotiation skills, especially resource

management systems; Excellent networking skills.

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Annex III – Terms of Reference for National Program Officer

TERMS OF REFERENCE

National Program Officer

Bureau/Country Office: UNDP Country Office, Guinea-Bissau Post Title: National Program Officer Post level:Duration: One year, with possibility of extension Duty station: Bissau, Guinea-Bissau, with some in-country travel

Background

Guinea-Bissau has been marred by recurring cycles of political and military upheaval since its independence from Portugal in 1974. After fifteen years under a one-party regime (, the country engaged in a process of democratization and transition to a multiparty system. In 1998, a military mutiny and resulting armed conflict devastated the country’s economic and social infrastructures, aggravating the already widespread poverty. Almost ten years after the armed conflict, Guinea-Bissau has made important steps towards the consolidation of peace and stability. However, a number of important challenges remain, which, if not addressed, may jeopardize the country’s peacebuilding and development prospects.


In recognition of these challenges, and the need to address them in a systematic fashion in collaboration with the UN system and national counterparts, UNDP is recruiting a dedicated Peace and Development Advisor (hereinafter, PDA), to assist with strategic planning and programming in the areas of conflict prevention and peacebuilding. The National Program Officer will assist the PDA in the implementation of the program “Building National Capacities for Dialogue and Collaborative Decision-making in Guinea-Bissau”

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Peace and Development Advisor, the National Program Officer will perform the following functions:

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1. Implement the programme “Building National Capacities for Dialogue and Collaborative Decision-making in Guinea-Bissau” with the assistance of two UN volunteers and supervision of the Peace and Development Advisor.

2. Contribute to analysis and monitoring of emerging developments in Guinea-Bissau, with a view to identifying risks factors that could cause instability or violence, as well as emerging opportunities;

3. Maintain ongoing engagement with national counterparts to catalyze and build upon national initiatives for conflict management, reconciliation and peacebuilding.

4. Promotes Knowledge Management and Learning by preparing case studies and lesson learned papers as specified in the programme.

Management Arrangements

The National Program Officer will report to the Peace and Development Advisor. S/he will work in close cooperation with relevant staff within the UNDP Country Office, and in particular the rule of law advisor, other program managers and operations and finance in the CO and UNDP HQ as required to exchange information and support programme delivery.

Required Skills and Experience University degree in social sciences with a focus on international relations, political

science, development studies or equivalent field; 3 to 5 years of progressively responsible experience in conflict prevention, including

relevant field experience, especially in crisis or post-conflict settings, and in conflict sensitive programming;

Strong administrative and financial management experience, including experience in handling of web based management systems

Extensive experience in designing and managing development programmes; Experience facilitating multi-stakeholder processes, Experience designing and deliveriny training in conflict resolution; Prior experience in Africa, and in particular in the West African sub-region, is greatly

desirable; Excellent knowledge of English, French, and Portuguese, with knowledge of crioulo.

Knowledge of computers (Microsoft Office: Word, Excell, Power Point; Internet Explorer)

Corporate Competencies: Good knowledge of UNDP/UN rules, regulations, policies, procedures and practices; Good understanding of UNDP programming modalities, particularly in crisis and


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Managerial Competencies: Ability to establish effective working relations in a multicultural team environment; Excellent supervisory, team-building, diplomatic and interpersonal skills ; Resourcefulness, initiative and maturity of judgment.

Behavioral Competencies: Strong communication and advocacy skills; Ability to work in a complex environment requiring liaison and collaboration with

multiple actors; Ability to demonstrate sensitivity, tact and diplomacy; Excellent analytical, organizational and negotiation skills, especially resource


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Annex IV - Terms of Reference for UNV

TERMS OF REFERENCE

UN Volunteer

Bureau/Country Office: UNDP Country Office, Guinea-Bissau Post Title: UN Volunteer (2 positions) Post level:Duration: One year, with possibility of extension Duty station: Bissau, Guinea-Bissau, with some in-country travel

Background

Guinea-Bissau has been marred by recurring cycles of political and military upheaval since its independence from Portugal in 1974. After fifteen years under a one-party regime (, the country engaged in a process of democratization and transition to a multiparty system. In 1998, a military mutiny and resulting armed conflict devastated the country’s economic and social infrastructures, aggravating the already widespread poverty. Almost ten years after the armed conflict, Guinea-Bissau has made important steps towards the consolidation of peace and stability. However, a number of important challenges remain, which, if not addressed, may jeopardize the country’s peacebuilding and development prospects.


In recognition of these challenges, and the need to address them in a systematic fashion in collaboration with the UN system and national counterparts, UNDP is recruiting a dedicated Peace and Development Advisor (hereinafter, PDA), to assist with strategic planning and programming in the areas of conflict prevention and peacebuilding. The National Program Officer will assist the PDA in the implementation of the program “Building National Capacities for Dialogue and Collaborative Decision-making in Guinea-Bissau.” The UNVs will help the National Program Officer implement the above mentioned program, including administrative and financial management support.

Duties and Responsibilities

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Under the supervision of the National Program Officer the UNV will perform the following functions:

Prepare and conduct training Produce and adapt training material to Guinean context and language Plan and implement activities of the Building National Capacities for Dialogue

and Collaborative Decision-making in Guinea-Bissau.” Conduct monitoring and evaluation of all activities and prepare reports Liase with finance and administration and maintain updated accounting records

of all project activities

Management Arrangements

The UNV will report to the National Program Officer who will report to the Peace and Development Advisor who will report to the RR/RC. S/he will work in close cooperation with relevant staff within the UNDP Country Office, and in particular the rule of law advisor, other program managers and administrative and finance staff.

Required Skills and Experience University degree in social sciences with a focus on international relations, political

science, development studies or equivalent field; Training and group facilitation experience Capacities to produce and adapt training materials to context, culture and language. Capacity to plan and implement activities Experience in the planning, execution and financial management of projects Experience monitoring and evaluating projects Experience working with youth Knowledge of peacebuilding and conflict resolution Knowledge of computers (Microsoft Office: Word, Excell, Power Point; Internet

Explorer) Excellent Portuguese and crioulo oral and writing skills, knowledge of English and

French helpful

Corporate Competencies: Willingness to learn about UNDP/UN rules, regulations, policies, procedures and

practices; Good understanding of UNDP programming modalities, particularly in crisis and


Managerial Competencies: Ability to establish effective working relations in a multicultural team environment; Excellent team work and interpersonal skills ; Resourcefulness, initiative and maturity of judgment.

Behavioral Competencies: Strong communication skills; Ability to work in a complex environment requiring liaison and collaboration with

multiple actors;

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Ability to demonstrate sensitivity, tact and diplomacy; Excellent analytical, organizational and negotiation skills, especially resource


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