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outcome XM-DAC-41146-MKD_D_1.1
By 2025, people in North Macedonia have universal access to rights- based quality social services – healthcare, education, and necessary social and child protection - rooted in systems resilient to emergencies (UNSDCF Outcome 2)
During the reporting year, some progress was made in providing rights-based quality services to women survivors of violence. Eight women have begun benefitting from specialized services provided in line with the standards of the Istanbul Convention, with focus on social mentoring for economic reintegration and empowerment. One woman has obtained employment in a private company, while negotiations have been ongoing for the second woman. The social mentoring programme for economic reintegration (2 nd cycle) is a continuation of the pilot programme implemented during 2021-2023 and is designed to meet the unique needs of survivors. It is implemented by UN Women partner CSO Association for Research, Communications and Development – PUBLIC. https://eca.unwomen.org/en/stories/interview/2024/12/interview-women-need-systems-that-believe-and-support-them-free-from-stigma-and-judgment Considering the progress made to date, the original strategy and theory of change for this outcome is still applicable.
outcome XM-DAC-41146-MKD_D_1.2
By 2025, people in North Macedonia benefit from improved rule of law, evidence- based, anticipatory and gender responsive policies, greater social cohesion and effective service delivery by transparent, accountable and responsive institutions (UNSDCF Outcome 4)
Although the outcome was not fully achieved in 2024, it is on track as progress was made to improve the legal and institutional frame on gender equality, enhance evidence-based policy making, strengthen accountability mechanisms, and create more effective and gender-responsive service provision. Improved policy frame and institutional capacities on gender equality In 2024, significant progress was made in enhancing the capacity to mainstream gender and integrate gender-responsive budgeting (GRB) into policymaking and budgeting processes. Central level budget users, including 13 line ministries and 8 state agencies engendered sectoral programmes through the application of GRB as an approach. Consequently, women benefitted from sector-specific measures designed to respond to challenges in the areas of public health, vocational education and training, access to property rights, and media. Additionally, the Government facilitated strengthened expertise in GRB by supporting capacity development within public administration, with UN Women’s support. As a result, 106 representatives from 21 line ministries and state agencies are better able to apply gender equality principles, conduct gender analysis, and develop gender budget statements. This laid the foundation for improved integration of gender considerations into future sectoral programs and measures. At the local level, women and the most excluded groups benefited from 79 gender-responsive local sectoral programs, foreseeing measures that span from childcare, specialized services in response to GBV, assistance to children with disabilities, economic empowerment, and infrastructure development. Additionally, two local governments developed strategic documents to advance gender equality and integrate gender into local policy and budget planning cycles. Through the UN Women training and mentoring program on gender-responsive budgeting (GRB), 16 representatives from 10 newly onboarded Local Self-Government Units (LSGUs) enhanced their knowledge of GRB principles and practices. Notably, four of the new LSGUs have already submitted gender-sensitive work programs for 2025 to their local councils, demonstrating early application of their enhanced capacity. Strengthened Oversight and accountability towards gender equality commitments In 2024, the State Audit Office led a groundbreaking regional cooperative audit on SDG 5 in cooperation with the Supreme Audit Institutions of Kosovo and Albania. This regional audit thematically focused on assessing government policies and measures for the inclusion of rural women in the labor market, tackling one of the most critical and persisting gender inequality areas in the country and the region. These initiatives for auditing gender equality position North Macedonia and the countries in the Western Balkans among the pioneers conducting gender audits and represent important milestones in ensuring efficient oversight of public spending and strengthening the accountability of the institutions to advance gender equality. Considering the progress made to date, the original strategy and theory of change for this outcome is still applicable. UN Women should continue expanding its interventions with a focus on strengthening technical level capacities, improving the oversight and accountability interventions, and increased engagement with civil society and gender advocates. If, as expected, this approach is successful, then the results achieved will ensure systematic capacity development of public administration, sustainable application of gender responsive budgeting at central and local level, and effective integration of gender equality priorities in the EU accession agenda. Important lessons can be drawn, which can foster scalability of the interventions and greater Government ownership, such as investing in models for sustainable capacity development of public administration on GRB such as the establishment of a Government-led Resource Center on GRB and developing guidance tools for mainstreaming gender in the EU accession processes. EU Integration processes more effectively consider GE priorities Through a series of targeted interventions, UN Women, under the GRG Programme Outcome II (GEF), has significantly strengthened the capacity of institutions, public administration, and civil society to effectively prioritize and integrate gender equality (GE) throughout North Macedonia’s EU integration processes. The long-term collaboration and implemented initiatives between UN Women and the State Statistical Office (SSO) culminated in stronger institutional commitment from the SSO in the reporting year, exemplified by the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with UN Women in the presence of the UN Assistant Secretary General and Deputy Executive Director of UN Women. This MoU reinforced an exceptional partnership and commitment to advancing gender-responsive governance through evidence-based data use. Through the MoU, North Macedonia is now better positioned to prioritize gender equality (GE) in its EU integration processes, aligning with the recommendations outlined in the European Commission’s 2024 Progress Report, which underscored the importance of robust data collection. The MoU ensures that the SSO will systematically collect, analyse, and disseminate gender data in line with EU standards, enabling policymakers to address gender disparities with targeted, evidence-based approaches. By embedding gender data practices into national frameworks and decision-making processes, the MoU strengthens North Macedonia’s ability to meet EU GAP III indicators and demonstrates a commitment to gender-responsive governance, which is critical for achieving sustainable and inclusive development aligned with EU expectations. More than seven workshops engaged over 175 participants, including state employees, civil society representatives, and stakeholders, to strengthen gender mainstreaming in North Macedonia's EU integration process. Four workshops trained over 60 public officials on incorporating gender perspectives into national frameworks aligned with the EU gender acquis, fostering institutional capacity and ownership. Over 80 participants in workshops co-organized with the Ministry of European Affairs gained insights into integrating gender considerations into Sector Working Groups and EU policies, supported by sector-specific analyses and recommendations. Additionally, targeted training for 35 civil society representatives enhanced their understanding of EU integration and equipped them to advocate for gender equality, further supported by a new guideline in Macedonian. Furthermore, an advanced Training of Trainers program certified 14 trainers from key government institutions, equipping them to champion gender equality in their respective ministries and organizations. This initiative ensured the availability of a sustainable pool of national experts to support gender-responsive governance and knowledge management. These efforts have collectively strengthened the ability of North Macedonia’s institutions and stakeholders to prioritize and integrate gender equality within the EU integration framework. By fostering institutional capacity, public awareness, and cross-sector collaboration, these initiatives have ensured that gender equality is more effectively embedded into policies, processes, and practices, advancing North Macedonia’s alignment with EU standards and commitments.
outcome XM-DAC-41146-MKD_O_1
Assuring an accountable organization through principled performance
The output cluster and targets were achieved, due to high commitment of UN Women Norh Macedonia team and accountability. The Office achieved bigger efficiency through strengthened operations processes, and administration of resources through budget, financial, HR,and Risk management. In the reporting period, the Office has been in regular contact with UNDSS. Business Continuity Plan and Crisis Management Plan was updated. The personnel list and contact numbers regularly updated and shared with UNDSS. Overall security and safety compliance was 100%, InfoSec training 100%. Mid year review of the 2024 Risk Register was completed as well as the Fraud Risk Assessment. The staff prepared budget revisions where necessary. Due to limited functionality of Quantum, the Finance Assistant and the Project Officers were tracking expenses manually. The end of the year core and non-core delivery and utilization as of 24 January is as follows: Project Number Project Name Fund Code Utilization Rate Delivery rate GRG I 02000489 II-Gender Responsive Governance in North Macedonia W3000 98.1% 95.6% GRG II 02000488 I-Gender Responsive Governance in North Macedonia W3000 95.6% 80.9% GRB 02000294 Promoting Gender Responsive Policies and Budgets in North Macedonia - phase 2 W3000 95.5% 78.2% REGULAR CORE 00093820 Macedonian Core Budget-UNW-ECA-00093820 W0001 99.7% 96.4% CORE Program 00093820 Macedonian Core Budget-UNW-ECA-00093820 W0007 93.2% 64.7% NEW CORE 00093820 Macedonian Core Budget-UNW-ECA-00093820 W0023 100.1% 100.1% OLD EXB 00038242 ECA EXB-UNW-ECA-00038242 W0300 0.2% 0.2% In the reporting period, UN Women produced high quality annual report and bi-annual monitoring reports as well as 2024-2025 Bi-Annual Plan which meet the result-based management principles. The reporting was conducted against DRF/OEEF indicators and targets at activity, output, outcome, and impact level. Regular staff meetinsg were held, staff retreat ortganized and bilateral feedback sought and provided.
outcome XM-DAC-41146-MKD_O_2
Advancing partnership and resourcing
Partnerships nourished (Sweden, Switzerland, EU) and new ones established (Spain, Japan, Italy). Although the Office has secured recources until march 2027, resource mobilization remains high priority and is guiding focus of teh Office. Partnerships with private sector materialized with WEPs being signed by Macedonian company Breinster, with their contribution on expo and empowerement of women enterpreneurhip,
outcome XM-DAC-41146-MKD_O_3
Advancing business transformation
Annual review of BOS has been completed in a timely manner and all data is available on new platform. The Office chaired the OMT for second consecutive year, co-chaired HR-GTG, participated actively in PMT, UNCT, Outcome Groups of the UNSDCF. Two staff members have been awarded with the CIPS 3 certificates in order to be able to establish alternate Procurement Case Manager in the office.Showing 1 - 5 of 7