Outcome MWI_O_1

Assuring an accountable organization through principled performance.

Malawi CO continues demonstrate organizational accountability through principled performance. Guided by the PPG, operational and programme support follows the corporate policy, procedures, and guidance. A number of standard operating procedures (SOPs) have been developed and adopted within the reporting period, ensuring compliance to corporate policy. Evident to this, Malawi CO developed and adopted several SOPs during the reporting period surpassing passive policy adherence. The SOPs include the Mobile Payment Services, Annual Narrative Reporting, RMS Quarterly reporting. Adoption of these agreed SOPs shows commitment to standardization and quality as hallmarks of integrity and reliability. The CO translated PPG policies and guidelines into functional actions through alignment of back-end operational and front-end programmes support with continuous generation of innovative ideas to implement programmes and projects as a team. The CO implemented the outstanding InfoSec IAS audit observation, demonstrating commitment to improvement and policy compliance. A CISCO equipment was procured during the reporting period, and the Share Point Permissions for Malawi CO were aligned with IST standards

Assuring an accountable organization through principled performance.

Throughout the reporting year, the UN Women Malawi Office has maintained a strong commitment to delivering results that are ethically responsible, transparent, and aligned with the organization’s core values. The MCO has demonstrated increased accountability and trustworthiness in its management of financial resources. The CO has significantly reduced the use of direct implementation modalities and engaged responsible partners on the MESP. Regular programmatic and financial spot checks were conducted to ensure results are delivered and funds are accounted for in alignment with the program document, as well as UNW rules and regulations. Additionally, over 85% of implementation was achieved on regular resources, compared to less than 75% in 2023 for core resources. Furthermore, the CO updated the risk register for 2024 in accordance with the established deadline, which was approved by HQ, reflecting changes and risks the country office faces. Regarding business continuity and crisis management has the office fully transitioned to Business Continuity and Crisis Management Application and achieved 100% compliance with all requirements,