Report back Theme I The Value and Benefits

Report back Theme I – The Value and Benefits of SAIs

INTRODUCTION • The framework has taken cognizance of the over arching role and mandates of the various SAIs in the necessary refinements. • The deliberations on the framework are now captured in the document below and address the various inputs and experiences of SAIs. • It is recommended that the tools are designed to facilitate proper understanding, implementation and monitoring of the framework.

GENERAL DELIBERATIONS • Need for clear and precise measurable criteria / caution on the utilisation of self assessment surveys • Independence of SAIs dependent on external stakeholders • More emphasis on the effective communication (internal / external) • Readiness of SAIs to adopt and a need for guidance • Encouragement of collaboration between SAIs (Global issues) / INTOSAI • Refinement of the framework

OBJECTIVE 1 - TO BE RECOGNIZED AS AN INSTITUTION THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO THE LIVES OF CITIZENS • • • More focus on citizens needs Monitoring the implementation of sanctions Addition of ethics and environment Performance and standards Capacity Building Clarity on the judicial reviews Theme I – The Value and Benefits of SAIs

OBJECTIVE 2 - TO BE RECOGNIZED AS AN INDEPENDENT MODEL ORGANISATION • The need for independence / neutrality • Risk posed by financial dependence • Balanced work programme and reporting (focusing on positive and negative) • Need for good governance • Emphasis on networking / knowledge sharing • Importance of internal control / prevention Theme I – The Value and Benefits of SAIs

AREAS TO TAKE FORWARD/ RECOMMENDATIONS • Development of an implementation guide • Performance standards and information systems • Readiness for inclusion of the framework as an ISSAI level 1 • Framework useful for assessment • Sharing of information and experiences utilising INTOSAI databases • Need for more independent surveys Theme I – The Value and Benefits of SAIs