Overview
The Proposed KDSP II will build on the achievements of the First Phase of the Kenya Devolution Support Program (KDSP), which was implemented from 2016 to 2021. Through KDSP I, foundational Institutions, Systems, and Capacities to support Devolution were put in place, but certain Gaps remain. Through the implementation of several other Devolved Sector Projects, a common theme of Challenges has emerged, which the Program also proposes to address. The Overarching Objective is to strengthen Counties to deliver on their functions Efficiently and Effectively. The Program proposes to address these Challenges through a range of Activities undertaken by National Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), and County Governments.
The Program focuses on enhancing County Revenue Mobilization, improving Expenditure Management, and strengthening Intergovernmental Coordination. It also aims to improve Institutional Performance and Human Resource Management at the County Level.
The Program Timeline
2023 - 2027
Key Result Areas (KRAs)
The Program supports Capacity Building at the County Level in the following 3 Key Result Areas (KRAs):
- KRA 1: Sustainable Financing and Expenditure Management.
- KRA 2: Intergovernmental Coordination, Institutional Performance, and Human Resource Management.
- KRA 3: Oversight, Participation, and Accountability.
KDSP II builds on the Results Achieved under KDSP.
This includes improvements in:
(i) The Quality of Financial Statements and Financial Reporting.
(ii) Compliance with Budgeting Formats.
(iii) Adherence to Procurement Procedures.
(iv) Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation (M&E) (Set Up of County M&E Committees).
(v) Timely Development of County Integrated Development Plans (CIDPs) and Annual Development Plans (ADPs).
(vi) Processes in Public Participation.
(vii) County Audit Outcomes.
National Government (State Department for Devolution) and the World Bank
KDSP II builds on the Achievements of its Predecessor, aiming to Deepen the Gains of Devolution while Addressing the Challenges encountered in the First Phase. The Primary Objectives are to Strengthen Institutions' Capacities in the County Governments.
The Program is Financed at a Tune of USD 200 Million to Support Capacity Building and Technical Support at the County Level.