Strategic Plan 2011-2016 Revised Logical Framework Analysis 2013 – 2016
Introduction Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL), the Sri Lankan chapter of the global movement against corruption, was formed in 1999. Building on 14 years of experience as an organization in the forefront of the fight against corruption and with the vision to see a nation that upholds integrity, TISL is committed to continue its work taking into consideration the changes in the political, economic and social spheres in post-war Sri Lanka. TISL developed its second 5 year Strategic Plan for 2011-2016 and commenced implementation of its first phase in July 2011. Based on the Strategic Plan TISL conducted a range of activities with a diverse stakeholders that included youth, Parliamentarians, local government officials, media and investigative journalists, public officials, trade union activist, victims and witnesses of corruption, policy makers as well as the general public. By addressing the issues pertaining to result areas of – national & local governance, private enterprise and civil society organizations, and citizenry TISL made significant progress in strengthening the anti-corruption movement in Sri Lanka and empowering citizens to stand up to corruption and reject the culture of no impunity. As the Strategic Plan approached the end of its second year of implementation, TISL decided to evaluate the effectiveness and the relevance of the actions envisaged through the plan in order to identify pragmatic and alternative measure required to better achieve TISL’s vision of a nation that upholds integrity. It is in this background TISL conduct a midyear review of the Strategic Plan in August 2012. The review resulted in a revised operational structure and that was more in tune with the objectives envisaged in the Strategic Plan. The key result areas grouped under the revised operational structure is as follows: 1. Research and Policy This result area will focus on generating knowledge on anti-corruption and integrity to support the advocacy work initiated by TISL. Its interventions will include activities such as - measuring the magnitude and impact of corruption; assessing the perception of corruption among different groups; initiating policy dialogue with the legislature and policy makers; offering recommendations through research reports; compilation of the annual governance report; compiling the national integrity context and systems analysis; engagement with Parliamentarians and Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption. 2. Advocacy and Civic Engagement This result area will focus on coordinating and implementing advocacy interventions and developing advocacy strategies to minimize incidents of corruption in Sri Lanka and to bring about systemic change. Its interventions will include activities such as – promoting integrity among youth; enhancing citizens’ participation in grievance redress mechanisms; increasing the capacity of citizens to pursue corruption related complaints; creation of pressure groups and citizen coalitions demanding transparency and accountability; local accountability programs and enhancing the skills of investigative journalists. 3. Outreach and Communication This result area will focus on effectively communicating the mandate and message of TISL to all relevant stakeholders. Its interventions will include activities such as the National Integrity Awards; Sambashana discussion forum on timely governance issues; organizing anti-corruption and integrity based exhibitions and competitions; developing publicity material; dissemination of information, maintain and publicizing institutional branding; institutional PR management and PR strategy implementation.
4. Finance and Administration This result area will focus on the effective management of all TISL operations and the overall development of the organization. Its activities will include functions that will contribute to fundraising, human resource management, financial accountability and monitoring and evaluation. This revised structure is also reflected in the revised log frame analysis. It was put into effect from January 2013 and will enable higher excellence in programme delivery.
Organizational Structure
Board of Directors
Executive Director
Finance & Administration
Research & Policy
Advocacy & Civic Engagement
Outreach & Communitcation
Logical Framework Approach 2013 – 2016 Vision: A nation that upholds integrity Goal: Support the collective effort to eradicate corruption in order to build a future Sri Lanka which is equitable, peaceful and just Purpose: Contribute to increase understanding of corruption, strengthen anti-corruption structures and processes and to appreciate upholding of integrity Result Areas: 1. Policy and Research 2. Advocacy and Civic Engagement 3. Outreach and Communication 4. Finance & Administration Theme Objectives: Strengthening anti-corruption and integrity knowledge base promoting policy change Strengthen the engagement of state structures, institutions and private sector in anti-corruption and integrity Reducing tolerance of corruption and increasing demand for integrity among public through effective communication To capacitate and manage TISL as an institution that will effectively deliver its mission to stakeholder expectations Theme Outcomes: At least two research products used by 1.1. ACI evidence based research initiated various stakeholders (academia, policy 1.2. Increased understanding of the makers, media, civil society organizations disproportionate impact of corruption on etc.) women 6 research papers published by TISL 1.3. Transparency in the implementation of the At least 5 corruption risks areas and policy LLRC recommendations increased issues identified and responded to by TISL 1.4. Increased understanding of the political At least 50% increase in the number of economy of corruption women engaged in ACI work 2.1. Improved access to legal advice and services At least 50% increase in the number of ACI for victims and witnesses of corruption related cases responded to by relevant 2.2.Increased youth engagement in ACI work authorities/institutions and grievance 2.3. Anti-corruption state structure and process redress mechanisms adopted through TISL activated ensuring systemic accountability interventions 2.4. Private sector adopt best practices and At least 25% increase in the number of youth conduct business in line with ethical norms committed to engage in ACI work 2.5. ACI evidence based advocacy initiated Number of public officials/elected members 2.6. Increased engagement of critical receptive to public engagement in ACI work stakeholders in ACI work At least two private sector ACI programs to 3.1. Public spaces for managing corruption and enhance business integrity promoting integrity developed At least three research products used for 3.2. Discussion of ACI issues mainstreamed advocacy purposes 3.3. Media strategy implemented to promote At least two changes introduced in service integrity delivery systems in state institutions 3.4. Acts of Integrity and adherence to best At least two changes introduced to service practices recognized and appreciated delivery systems in state institutions through 4.1. TISL is managed and governed effectively, the intervention of pressure groups efficiently and accountably At least ten ACI advocacy and outreach material developed and disseminated
4.2. Highly competent and skilled staff join and At least ten articles/media reports on ACI remain in TISL activities 4.3. To ensure that TISL is a learning organization Increased number of nominations received and has an effective Monitoring and for the annual integrity awards Evaluation process in place which provides Recognized by the State, private sector, civil information and support to TISL and its society and the community as an important stakeholders player in good governance and anti4.4. Financial resources are secured and funds corruption discourse are deployed and managed efficiently, Program outputs, outcomes and indicators effectively and accountably achieved Monetary and material resources utilized effectively
Key Result Area 1 – Policy & Research N/S OVI Vision: A nation that upholds integrity Purpose: Contribute to increase understanding of corruption, strengthen anti-corruption structures and processes and to appreciate upholding of integrity Theme Objective: Strengthening anti-corruption and integrity knowledge base and promoting policy change Theme Outcomes: At least two research products 1. ACI evidence based research initiated. used by various stakeholders 2. Increased understanding of the disproportionate impact of (academia, policy makers, media, corruption on women civil society organizations etc.) 3. Transparency in the implementation of the LLRC 6 research papers published by recommendations increased TISL 4. Increased understanding of the political economy of At least 5 corruption risks areas corruption and policy issues identified and responded to by TISL At least 50% increase in the number of women engaged in ACI work Theme Activities: 1.1. Engage in dialogue with universities and research institutions to support research activities in ACI 1.2. Developing customized ACI knowledge packs for identified target groups. (E.g. RTI, ethics in tertiary education, conflict of interest, asset declaration, codes of ethics etc) 1.3. Facilitate the creation of linkages between ACI oversight bodies such as CIABOC and other stakeholders. 1.4. Enhance civil society participation in the implementation of UNCAC. 1.5. Conduct the National Integrity Context and Systems Assessment 2.1. Conduct research study to document the disproportionate impact of corruption on women 2.2. Incorporate an ACI dimension into the mandate of existing women’s committees and caucuses 3.1. Assessment of the level of implementation of the LLRC recommendation 3.2. Lobby with State parties for the inclusion and implementation of the LLRC provisions and recommendations pertaining to the promotion of good governance 4.1. Undertake research in selected sectors/ sub sectors of the economy into the systemic aspects of corruption 4.2. Assessment of the extent of ACI initiatives within existing Business and CSO Coalitions
Key Result Area 2 – Advocacy & Civic Engagement N/S OVI Vision: A nation that upholds integrity Purpose: Contribute to increase understanding of corruption, strengthen anti-corruption structures and processes and to appreciate upholding of integrity Theme Objective: Strengthen the engagement of state structures, institutions and private sector in anti-corruption and integrity Theme Outcomes: At least 50% increase in the 1. Improved access to legal advice and services for victims and number of ACI related cases witnesses of corruption. responded to by relevant 2. Increased youth engagement in ACI work authorities/institutions and 3. Anti-corruption state structure and process activated grievance redress mechanisms ensuring systemic accountability adopted through TISL 4. Private sector adopt best practices and conduct business in interventions line with ethical norms At least 25% increase in the 5. ACI evidence based advocacy initiated number of youth committed to 6. Increased engagement of critical stakeholders in ACI work engage in ACI work Number of public officials/elected members receptive to public engagement in ACI work At least two private sector ACI programs to enhance business integrity At least three research products used for advocacy purposes At least two changes introduced in service delivery systems in state institutions Theme Activities: 1.1. Provide legal support to victims and witnesses of corruption through the Shelter for Integrity 1.2. Identify and document best practices and case studies of incidents/victims of corruption at national and regional level 1.3. Advocate for systemic change in State institutions based on the Shelter for Integrity database 1.4. Provide technical assistance to selected institutions in setting up grievance redress systems 2.1. Develop an advocacy strategy to ensure the sustained mobilization of youth in ACI work 2.2. Facilitate and sustain greater participation and engagement by youth in the anti-corruption movement 2.3. Build partnerships and coalitions with existing youth groups and other relevant institutions and organizations, mainstreaming youth integrity and anti-corruption into the national youth agenda 3.1. Enhance accountability, transparency and citizen participation in identified local government authorities 3.2. Conduct performance monitoring of local government authorities
3.3. Engage with relevant state agencies for implementation of the ACI initiatives 3.4. Promote Access to Information concepts in selected public service delivery areas and citizens 4.1. Advocate for the adoption of business integrity tools among selected private sector entities 4.2. Introduce Business Integrity as a criteria in Business Excellence Awards 4.3. Establish private sector integrity coalition in the private sector and conduct ACI programs in collaboration with the network 5.1. Design and conduct advocacy programs based on TISL research products (e.g. – governance report, NICSA etc.) 5.2. Engaging citizens to monitor public wastage 6.1. Engaging critical stakeholders in ACI activities (E.g. – journalists, Parliamentarians, women’s groups etc)
Key Result Area 3 – Outreach & Communication N/S OVI Vision: A nation that upholds integrity Purpose: Contribute to increase understanding of corruption, strengthen anti-corruption structures and processes and to appreciate upholding of integrity Theme Objective: Reducing tolerance of corruption and increasing demand for integrity among public through effective communication Theme Outcomes: At least two changes introduced 1. Public spaces for managing corruption and promoting to service delivery systems in integrity developed state institutions through the 2. Discussion of ACI issues mainstreamed intervention of pressure groups 3. Media strategy implemented to promote integrity At least ten ACI advocacy and 4. Acts of Integrity and adherence to best practices recognized outreach material developed and and appreciated disseminated At least ten articles/media reports on ACI activities Increased number of nominations received for the annual integrity awards Theme Activities: 1.1 Create media platform in the national and regional level to promote ACI work of TISL 1.2 Strengthen the capacity of the Coalitions against Corruption (media, public officials, civil society) 1.3 Design and conduct advocacy campaigns targeting identified State sectors in collaboration with the Coalitions 2.1 Facilitate public forums on governance issues on a regular basis 2.2 Organize ACI promotional program such as competitions , and exhibitions 3.1 Implement TISL’s public relations strategy 3.2 Developing promotional materials such as posters, calendars, information materials, stickers etc., 3.3 Update and maintain TISL’s online communication mediums (website, Facebook, Twitter etc.) 3.4 Communicate effectively TISL’s achievements, value additions to ACI and systemic changes achieved through a communication strategy 4.1 Conduct National Integrity Programe 4.2 Promote and advocate best practices with and through the award winners
Key Result Area 4 – Finance & Administration N/S OVI Vision: A nation that upholds integrity Purpose: Contribute to increase understanding of corruption, strengthen anticorruption structures and processes and to appreciate upholding of integrity Theme Objective: To capacitate and manage TISL as an institution that will effectively deliver its mission to stakeholder expectations Theme Outcomes: Recognized by the State, 1. TISL is managed and governed effectively, efficiently and private sector, civil society accountably and the community as an 2. Highly competent and skilled staff join and remain in TISL important player in good 3. To ensure that TISL is a learning organization and has an effective governance and antiMonitoring and Evaluation process in place which provides corruption discourse information and support to TISL and its stakeholders Program outputs, 4. Financial resources are secured and funds are deployed and outcomes and indicators managed efficiently, effectively and accountably achieved Monetary and material resources utilized effectively Theme Activities: 1.1. Maintain an effective infrastructure, technology and equipment base at TISL 1.2. Review and implement TISL’s organizational structures and systems 1.3. Strengthen the governance quality and structure of TISL to include a wider representation of sectors, skills, expertise and capacities 2.1. Recruitment and mobilizing personnel based on agreed guidelines to ensure high level performance 2.2. Maintain a conducive work environment to enable quality products and services 2.3. Periodic staff assessments and evaluations carried out to ensure productivity 3.1. Maintain effective information sharing system that draws from experiential learning and systematic review of work undertaken linking theory to practice 3.2. Communicate effectively TISL’s achievements, value additions to ACI and systemic changes achieved through a communication strategy 3.3. Implement TISL’s results based monitoring system to ensure adequate feedback and support to document lessons learnt and best practices linked to program planning and design 4.1. Effective financial allocation, management and monitoring; follow standards, internal controls, risk management policies and useful, timely and accurate financial information 4.2. Secure financial resources required for the implementation of programmes and to ensure institutional sustainability of TISL (Resource Mobilization) 4.3. Provide timely and accurate financial information for Financial Management by the Board and Management of TISL 4.4. Financial and programme planning systems are harmonized at all levels and coordinated by TISL
Risk Assessment 2013 Possible areas of risks in the future Reputational / political threats Defamation campaign through electronic and print media. Attacks on the reputation of TISL and members of staff
Program related risks Pressure on stakeholders not to work with TISL Public sector agencies Donor community Civil society and CBO General public Adverse perception (bias/prowestern agenda) Financial risks Inability to mobilize funds locally
Inability to maintain TISL in its present state
CID investigation of TISL finances
Risk mitigation strategy
Counter campaign through
- Press releases - Solidarity with other likeminded stakeholders - Open communication with partners in the field - Legal action if necessary Friendly media institutions/individuals mobilized for the portrayal of reality
Developing relationships based on mutual understanding and trust with stakeholders
Broadening TISL’s network of supporters Engaging the existing stakeholders in program activities Constant communication of information to stakeholders Projection of apolitical image Diversification of stakeholders Presenting staff and program activities in a local flavor Develop programs for local fund mobilization Develop private sector fund strategy Develop endowment funds Retaining core group of staff members Fund mobilization to cover human resource and administration cost Restructuring of TISL to accommodate fund limitations Financial transactions and record keeping to be carried out according to best financial practices Have sufficient checks and balances to ensure adequate transparency in financial transactions Public disclosure of finances
IT risks
Breach in IT security
All documentation to be saved on the main server Staff training on IT security Constant monitoring of website and staff emails for unauthorized intrusions
Legal and physical threats Physical threats Attack on staff Abduction of staff members / vehicles Attack on the office premises Protest campaigns in the office vicinity Threatening calls / anonymous calls Organized intimidation campaigns against staff Forceful entry Introduction of restrictive legislature
Safety training for staff Security officers will be briefed on developments and put on high alert
Implementation of security plan including contingency and operational procedures
Setting up a communication tree and information verification system through security coordinators (mobile tracking system)
Build a good rapport with the police Emergency evacuation plan will be internalized Build a network with INGO’s / Diplomats/ friends of TISL to contact during emergencies
Early detection of risks Networking with other INGO’s / diplomats and policy makers to prevent enactment of restrictive laws
Lobbying for legal systems that promote pluralism and transparency