The project strengthens the capacities of the ECOWAS Commission and affiliated Institutions or agencies to help it perform its role within the region. The project strategy therefore focuses on capacity development at the organisational level by targeting areas such as planning, M&E Communication and internal control. Below are a few activities implemented by the project highlighting its approach with the partner:
- Advising ECOWAS on the design of an integrated impact-oriented management system
- Designing and implementing training course on the importance of the integrated impact-oriented management system.
- Updating and enhancing ECOWAS Communication strategy targeting specific groups and communication channels.
- Reviewing and assessing digital tools and processes used for communication within the Institution, with prioritization for short, medium, and long-term goals.
- Providing support to the ECOWAS Communication directorate on organizational development and capacity building.
- Conducting professional media training for Directors and selected experts.
- Advising both ECOWAS Commission and EBID on implementation of the road map for EU pillars certification.
- Developing strategies and tools for gender mainstreaming.
- Preparing the ECOWAS for the accreditation under the UN Gender Equality Seal