ODRA it is strongly encouraged to prepare one before applying for a non-NSDS or OD implementation project. Project proposals are required to set out specific targets for capacity development. The resources provided must be additional and cannot be used simply to replace national budgetary resources. For example, while it may be possible to use funds to meet some of the costs of data collection activities, especially where new activities are being tried out, projects that are just concerned with maintaining existing systems are unlikely to be approved. In all proposals, recipients are required to demonstrate their commitment to the project by providing some contribution to the overall cost, which may be a monetary or in-kind contribution. TFSCB Aims to achieve the PARIS21 vision and is a key component in supporting the implementation of the Busan Action Plan for Statistics. Foster evidence-based policy making and effective monitoring. Promotes a strategic approach to the development of statistical capacity, supporting the preparation and implementation of nationally prepared and owned strategic statistical development plans. Provides an intervention mechanism to help initiate changes in policy and decision-making through improved availability and use of information and statistical data. Most projects operate at the national or sub-national level, but the trust fund can also support regional and global projects where there is a case for intervention at this level. Improves the use of resources for development through better-informed decision-making resulting from improved statistical systems and better data quality and analysis. Promotes partnerships and improves coordination among local and international agencies and civil society organizations. The TFSCB finances two kinds of projects as outlined above: those concerned with the preparation of an NSDS; and other, non-NSDS projects that aim to strengthen capacity in key priority sectors such as gender statistics, administrative data sources, Open Data projects, and post-MDG 2015 indicators. Projects should also be results-oriented and promote partnerships and knowledge sharing. TFSCB grants may be used either to finance country-based activities or global or regional programs. However, TFSCB grants cannot be used to supplement the administrative or logistical needs of these projects. Regional and global projects will only be financed where there is a clear case of intervention at this level and where a single implementing agency is identified. In general, regional projects will be linked to the follow up of PARIS21 regional workshops. It is also important to note that the Trust Fund has been set up to build statistical capacity and not simply to fund data collection activities. Applications must indicate where there are presently capacity weaknesses in the statistical system and how the proposal will address them.
ODRA it is strongly encouraged to prepare one before applying for a non-NSDS or OD implementation project. Project proposals are required to set out specific targets for capacity development. The resources provided must be additional and cannot be used simply to replace national budgetary resources. For example, while it may be possible to use funds to meet some of the costs of data collection activities, especially where new activities are being tried out, projects that are just concerned with maintaining existing systems are unlikely to be approved. In all proposals, recipients are required to demonstrate their commitment to the project by providing some contribution to the overall cost, which may be a monetary or in-kind contribution. TFSCB Aims to achieve the PARIS21 vision and is a key component in supporting the implementation of the Busan Action Plan for Statistics. Foster evidence-based policy making and effective monitoring. Promotes a strategic approach to the development of statistical capacity, supporting the preparation and implementation of nationally prepared and owned strategic statistical development plans. Provides an intervention mechanism to help initiate changes in policy and decision-making through improved availability and use of information and statistical data. Most projects operate at the national or sub-national level, but the trust fund can also support regional and global projects where there is a case for intervention at this level. Improves the use of resources for development through better-informed decision-making resulting from improved statistical systems and better data quality and analysis. Promotes partnerships and improves coordination among local and international agencies and civil society organizations. The TFSCB finances two kinds of projects as outlined above: those concerned with the preparation of an NSDS; and other, non-NSDS projects that aim to strengthen capacity in key priority sectors such as gender statistics, administrative data sources, Open Data projects, and post-MDG 2015 indicators. Projects should also be results-oriented and promote partnerships and knowledge sharing. TFSCB grants may be used either to finance country-based activities or global or regional programs. However, TFSCB grants cannot be used to supplement the administrative or logistical needs of these projects. Regional and global projects will only be financed where there is a clear case of intervention at this level and where a single implementing agency is identified. In general, regional projects will be linked to the follow up of PARIS21 regional workshops. It is also important to note that the Trust Fund has been set up to build statistical capacity and not simply to fund data collection activities. Applications must indicate where there are presently capacity weaknesses in the statistical system and how the proposal will address them.
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