Financial and procurement management is crucial for any organization. It ensures transparency, accountability, and efficiency in resource utilization. Acknowledging the need for improvement, MID-P, through DRC DANIDA civil society engagement programming supporting the sustainability of equitable and strategic Partners, engaged a consultant to review and update its Finance and Procurement Manual. The consultancy aligned existing policies with the current best practices, regulatory requirements, and emerging financial and procurement trends, ultimately enhancing internal controls and governance. The last review of the Manual was done in 2017; it was outdated and requires updates to reflect the latest compliance requirements and operational efficiency strategies. Key areas such as indirect cost recovery (ICR), procurement of goods and services, and financial reporting have not been adequately addressed. This created operational challenges, including inefficiencies in procurement processes, risks of non-compliance with donor regulations, and limited clear guidance on emerging financial management aspects. Additionally, staff members encountered difficulties in navigating procurement procedures, leading to inconsistencies and inefficiencies in supplier selection, contract management, and cost optimization. The absence of standardized guidelines also made it difficult to ensure accountability and transparency of financial transactions. The updated Finance and Procurement Manual now incorporates critical areas such as Indirect Cost Recovery (ICR), procurement of goods and services, financial reporting standards, contract…

The "Promoting Sustainable and Climate-Resilient Livelihoods" project, implemented by Sign of Hope (SoH) in partnership with Merti Integrated Development Programme (MID-P), aims to improve the living conditions of communities in Isiolo County, Kenya. The project targets seven wards—Chari, Cherab, Sericho, Garbatulla, Kinna, Burat, and Oldonyiro—focusing on food security, social cohesion, and sustainable land use. Isiolo County, primarily arid and semi-arid, faces challenges such as recurrent droughts, resource degradation, and conflicts over land and water, necessitating urgent climate adaptation measures. The project seeks to enhance climate-resilient livelihoods, establish sustainable land and natural resource management systems, and strengthen local governance structures. It aims to empower marginalized groups, particularly women and youth, while ensuring conflict-sensitive interventions that promote social cohesion and peaceful co-existence. Below is a report for the Baseline Survey conducted: SoH_MIDP Baseline Survey Final Report March 2025 (1)  

MID-P is implementing a three-year That aims to improve the living conditions of the target group in the areas of food security, social cohesion and safety in Isiolo County. The project operates in Seven Wards (Burat, Chari, Cherab, Garbatulla, Kinna, Oldonyiro and Sericho). One of the components of the project is to: provide both crop farmers and livestock farmers in the cooperatives with PPEs and train them on safety measures. The cooperative can lend the PPEs to members and other farmers at a fee as Income Generating Activities (IGAs) and also To establish value addition center for honey, food and Gum and Resins. In additions MID-p is also requesting services for the development of tourism dashboard and MID-P Knowledge Management Strategy. Interested suppliers and service providers can find more information about the tenders and services form the links below: MID-P - TOR for consultancy - Development of Tourism Dashboard (3) Terms of Reference for the consultancy service - Review of MID-P KM Strategy (1) MID-P RFQ for honey and food processing tools and equipment (1) MID-P RFQ for provision of PPEs for Cooperatives-Crop and Livestock (2)

This strategic plan developed through an inclusive and consultative process, will guide MID-P for the period 2025-2029. Get the full document here: MID-P 2025-2029 Strategic Plan FA