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MANGOCHI ICEIDA PARTNERSHIP IN PUBLIC HEALTH – PROGRAMME DOCUMENT 2012-2016
5.5. Inputs
The inputs of different parties are stipulated in Articles 3-5 in the tripartite partnership agreement.
ICEIDA will fund investment in construction, equipment and capacity building but for the most part
running costs and consumables will be the responsibility of GoM. All salaries of local health
personnel (including trainers) will be paid by GoM. Funding of training courses will take note of
ICEIDA’s policy on the subject (see below). ICEIDA will only fund the construction of new
infrastructure if sustainability is guaranteed by GoM, that is, allocation of additional funds for
staffing, running cost and maintenance must be guaranteed.
Expected inputs include: Constructors contracts, constructing materials, office equipment (including
hardware, software, printers, internet, furniture), basic equipment for maternity wards (see below),
vehicles, motorcycles, bicycles, funding of training and quality assurance programmes, funding of
contingency, education and research funds.
The District Council shall be responsible for implementing the Programme in the most efficient
manner and in compliance with existing national laws and policies. The District Council shall have the
overall responsibility for the planning, implementation and reporting of the Programme. The District
Council shall provide staff and other resources as appropriate. The District Council shall ensure that
the funding is used according to approved work plans and budgets. The District Council shall
promptly inform ICEIDA and the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development of any
circumstances that interfere or threaten to interfere with the successful implementation of the
Programme.
5.5.1. Construction
Detailed and realistic construction plans need to be made for each site where infrastructure is
concerned. It must be kept in mind that these are rural centres made to provide services to a rural
population. Results are measured by looking at the output and outcome of the services provided not
the size and shape of the buildings. All buildings and construction work must adhere to building
codes and regulations approved by the relevant authorities.
5.5.2. Equipment
The procurement of equipment for Health facilities and Maternity Wards will be based on
specifications defined in The Standard Equipment List for typical district and community Hospital and
Health Centre with Generic Specifications for some common and general equipment , published by
the Ministry of Health in March 2000
5.5.3. Training
In order for ICEIDA to fund training activities, the following criteria apply:
1. The training scheme is a part of an annual work plan, proposed and budgeted for in a
transparent manner by DHMT.
2. Training is based on needs assessments and has practical applications. At all times certified
formal training is preferred to ad hoc schemes.
3. Proposal must be presented with rationale and agenda, budget and work plan, reference to
available training materials and availability of certified facilitators and number of
beneficiaries.
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