Heads of Cooperation and UN Launch South Sudan Development Cooperation Mapping Dashboard to Strengthen Coordination

In a positive step towards enhancing development coordination, the Heads of Cooperation (HoCs) and the United Nations Resident Coordinator’s Office (UNRCO) launched the Development Cooperation Dashboard in Juba. This innovative platform aims to address long-standing challenges in mapping and managing development projects in South Sudan.

With the financial support from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and technical leadership from Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), the new dashboard offers a centralized platform to determine who funds what, where, and when across South Sudan. Available on the UN South Sudan website, https://southsudan.un.org/en/284533-south-sudan-development-cooperation… compiles data from 11 international donors, development banks, and UN entities.

“The dashboard is a joint commitment of the Heads of Cooperation to improve coordination and strengthen collaboration. Germany is proud to have supported the development of this important tool,” said Dr. Björn Niere, Head of Cooperation at the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany. 

"This event signals our joint commitment to improving collaboration and coordination of efforts in support of the country’s development priorities and the well-being of its people," said Anita Kiki Gbeho, UN Deputy Special Representative, Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, and Co-chair of the Heads of Cooperation. 

Speaking on behalf of the Heads of Cooperation, Mr. Bouwe-Jan Smeding, Head of Cooperation from the Netherlands mentioned that the Tool will be useful if “we are able to keep the data up to date and use it”, to avoid duplication of efforts and enhance coordination.
“The Tool is a valuable first step to further improving the effectiveness of development cooperation in South Sudan “said ahead of the launch event, Mr. Michael Rymek, Head of Cooperation at the Canadian Embassy and Co-chair of the Heads of Cooperation.

The dashboard paves the way for more inclusive planning and data-driven decisions to better address the needs of South Sudanese communities. The launch was witnessed by senior officials from the Ministry of Finance and planning and the National Bureau of Statics.

“This innovative tool will empower us to better align resources with national priorities, address gaps, and improve coordination among government, donors, and implementing partners. It underscores the commitment of the donor community to transparency, efficiency, and impactful collaboration for the benefit of the people of South Sudan.” said the Deputy Minister of finance and planning Hon. Bec George Anyak.