On 27th September 2024, MID-P took a significant step toward improving governance, accountability, and operational efficiency by adopting a Risk Register, a comprehensive risk management tool designed to create a central repository of potential risks that could affect the organization and its operations. This move marked the first time MID-P had a formal, structured approach to risk management. This significant milestone was made possible through the Sustainable Model Program (SMP) project funded by DANIDA through the Danish Refugee Council (DRC).

Before the adoption of the Risk Register, the organization lacked a formal guiding document or system to identify, assess, or manage organizational risks. Information about risks was scattered across departments or known only to specific individuals, making it difficult to understand the full scope of MID-P’s exposure. This lack of centralized risk management limited the ability to plan proactively and respond effectively to emerging challenges.

The introduction of the Risk Register provided a unified, transparent platform for recording, monitoring, and addressing risks. Without formal training, the concept was presented to all staff, ensuring everyone understood its purpose and relevance. The Risk Register is now used in various organizational processes, including proposal development for planning purposes. It also enables ongoing evaluation of whether existing controls are effective or require adjustments.

“The operationalization of our risk register marks a key milestone in strengthening our organizational resilience. We can now anticipate, assess, and act on risks before they impact our mission.” Said Ibrahim Kabelo, Programme Manager

Since its adoption, the Risk Register has brought about notable improvements for MID-P. It has centralized risk tracking by documenting and monitoring all potential risks – financial, legal, governance, operational, compliance, and environmental in one place. This has enabled proactive risk management, allowing risks to be identified and addressed early, thereby reducing the likelihood of escalation into crises. The register also supports informed decision-making by providing a clear picture of risks, which enhances strategic planning and enables management to make better-informed choices. It has also strengthened transparency and accountability, as all staff are now aware of organizational risks, fostering a culture of openness and shared responsibility.

Looking ahead, MID-P envisions that continued use of the Risk Register will lead to improved strategic planning with all staff actively contributing to risk awareness and mitigation, strong

preparedness and resilience to emerging threats and continuous improvement through learning from past risk events and refining management practices.

Thanks to DANIDA-DRC through the SMP project, MID-P can now assess all its risks, document and come up with risk mitigation measures.