The wider objective of the project was to build the capacity of local governments in Eastern Equatoria State to translate national level policies to the state and county level in order to develop and better manage the WASH facilities and services and meet local needs in a sustainable manner. In doing this, the infrastructural development efforts under the wider Water for Eastern Equatoria State project (managed by Niras) was strengthened and local governments were institutionally prepared for taking over management responsibilities of provided infrastructure.
The programme contributed to increased human security in greater Wau and greater Torit through interlinking and strengthening community-based peace building initiatives, decentralised government services and socio-economic peace dividend.<br />
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The programme contributed to this outcome through the following outputs: <br />
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The Water for Lakes State programme is part of the broader bilateral program for water and sanitation between South Sudan and The Netherlands. It is designed to stimulate economic development in agriculture, livestock and fisheries and to reduce the dependency on food aid in Lakes State, through equitable development and management of natural resources. The proposed diversification of livelihoods and economic stimuli will improve community well-being and move young people away from a war mentality. <br />
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The wider objective of the project was to strengthen public financial management at central, state and local level.<br />
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The specific objective of the program was to increase the capacity of local governments to implement and execute existing policies and directives in the fields of payroll and PFM in all 10 states of South Sudan.<br />
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The expected results of the project were:<br />
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Objective: To strengthen the capacity of local authorities to provide sustainable water and sanitation services (WASH)<br />
Target group: Civil servants at 2 state ministries and in 2 counties in the state of Eastern Equatoria<br />
Intended result: Increased capability of state and county authorities to develop, implement WASH policies and strategies and manage related services for local communities<br />
Activities: Workshops, trainings, on-the-job coaching, study visits<br />
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