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From July 8-10, 2024, the MĂ IMPLIC project organized a workshop aimed at strengthening the capacities of regional consultants and local coordinators. The goal of this event was to enhance the knowledge and skills of participants in the processes of developing and delivering public services, as well as to promote intercommunity cooperation and citizen engagement.

The workshop objectives included:

1. Strengthening knowledge on public service development and delivery: Participants were trained on best practices and processes necessary for the efficient provision of public services.
2. Creating a common understanding of the MĂ IMPLIC project’s priorities and approach: The importance of intercommunity cooperation and how the project promotes this approach was emphasized.
3. Facilitating interaction and experience exchange: The workshop provided a platform for interaction and collaboration between the project team and local coordinators/partner communities.
4. Emphasizing the importance of citizen engagement: Discussions were held on the benefits of active citizen involvement in local development and governance processes.

During the workshop, participants acquired new knowledge, skills, and tools that will help them efficiently facilitate the development of public services in their communities.

This workshop represented an important step in strengthening local and regional teams, thus ensuring the effective implementation of public service development initiatives and promoting active citizen engagement in decision-making processes.

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We are pleased to announce the launch of the first activities under the Project MĂ IMPLIC in the partner communities, aimed at supporting local public authorities (LPA) in the efficient administration of public services and promoting local development in a sustainable and inclusive manner.

🎯 A crucial step on the agenda for partner LPAs is the Organizational and Functional Capacity Assessment of local public administration. The activity is carried out using the FOCAS assessment tool, evaluating the following areas:

1. Organizational and strategic planning capacity
2. Service delivery
3. Financial management
4. Citizen participation and transparency
5. Project management
6. Human resources

📈 The main objective of using the FOCAS tool is to assess the basic capacities of LPAs in efficiently managing and providing public services, as well as identifying areas for improvement. This activity encourages dialogue among local authority specialists and allows for effective planning and monitoring of progress made, as well as identifying areas that need improvement.

🤝 The assessment exercise is conducted using the FOCAS (Functional and Organizational Capacity Assessment) tool, created by Tetra Tech International Development Services and used by the USAID Comunitatea Mea Program. This collaboration has demonstrated how the resources and expertise of international projects can be effectively combined to bring positive changes to local communities.

📑 One of the expected outcomes following the FOCAS assessment is the development and implementation of an action plan focused on the priority improvement areas for each LPA. Thus, LPA teams will be able to adjust organizational and functional systems to address specific community issues.

📚 The FOCAS methodology is recommended for application by the State Chancellery. The FOCAS user guide can be accessed here: FOCAS Guide https://cancelaria.gov.md/ro/apc/instrumentul-de-analiza-capacitatii-organizationale-si-functionale-focas