The PALISEP Board oversees the implementation of the Global Environment Facility (GEF) Small Grants Programme (SGP) to ensure alignment with organizational objectives. Monitoring is mandatory under PALISEP’s operational guidelines, ensuring compliance with both internal regulations and GEF/SGP terms.

Objectives of Monitoring:

• Assess progress against goals and milestones
• Ensure financial accountability
• Evaluate community impact, especially in environmental conservation and livelihoods
• Identify challenges and recommend improvements

Monitoring Process:

• Quarterly Board Meetings to review reports and financial statements
• Field Visits to assess on-the-ground progress and engage with beneficiaries
• Project Reports from coordinators
• Stakeholder Feedback to evaluate community impact

Key Findings:

• The project is progressing as planned with achievements in water management, resource conservation, and improved livelihoods.
• Financial expenditures are within budget, but a more detailed breakdown is recommended.
• Positive community impact, particularly in water access and sustainable farming.
• Challenges include delays due to climatic conditions and logistical issues, and a need for more training in resource management.

Recommendations:

• Strengthen community engagement for greater project ownership.
• Address delays by adjusting the timeline.
• Expand capacity-building sustainable environmental conservation.