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Effective Date
Sep 28, 2021
Summary of Changes
The updated HACT POPP is now available. The summary of the key changes and their implication on UNDP Offices are:
1- Clarity has been added in para 23 (h) for macro assessment where UNDP is the sole agency that requires the assessment;
2- Guidance has been added for micro assessment that expires mid-programme cycle where discretion of the Office is required in the case if the project is expected to end in a short period of time. This is indicated in para 27 (n);
3- Standardized templates have been made available to document the significant issues and action plan arising from micro assessment and assurance activities. Regional bureaus are required to review the documentation of the significant issues and action plan arising from micro assessment and assurance activities for Partners with expected cash transfers of greater than or equal to $1 million per annum, and in the case of central bureaus and independent units implementing developing project, the review shall be performed by the Head of Office or his/her designate. This is indicated in para 27 (t) and para 40 (l);
4- Additional guidance have been added for downward revision of Partner adjusted risk rating in para 7;
5- A standardized template has been made available to document the High Risk Partner Approval Template in para 6 (f);