UNESCO. General Conference; 36th; 36 C/5: volume 1: Draft ...

00106 Expected results at the end of the biennium:
Cost effectiveness of the Governing Bodies improved
Performance indicators
▪ Budget expenditures contained and outstanding running deficit absorbed
▪ Costs previously under Part III (ADM/CLD) amounting to some $200,000, for temporary assistance
relating to translation, absorbed (for the EXB).
▪ New more cost-efficient methodologies for record-keeping explored
▪ Further progress achieved toward reducing paper consumption in Governing Body meetings
Services to Members States optimized
Performance indicators
▪ Documentation quality maintained while volume reduced by 5% (for the GC) and 10% (for the EXB)
▪ Further progress achieved in organizational efficiencies through tight agenda-building and time
planning
I.B – Direction
Chapter 1 – Directorate
00201 This chapter comprises primarily the posts and the functional costs of the Director-General and the
Deputy Director-General.
Chapter 2 – Executive Office of the Director-General
00301 The Executive Office of the Director-General provides comprehensive support to the Director-General
and the Deputy Director-General in the execution of their duties. It closely interfaces with Sectors,
Corporate Services, UNESCO Institutes and Liaison Offices, as well as external entities to ensure a
smooth flow of information, effective two-way communication, decision-making and follow-up.
Chapter 3 – Internal Oversight
00401 The Internal Oversight Service (IOS) provides a consolidated oversight mechanism which covers
internal audit, evaluation, investigation and other management support to strengthen the functioning
of the Organization. It is charged with providing assurance that programmes and plans are delivered
efficiently and effectively, that strategic management information is reliable and timely, and that
continuous improvements are fostered in methods, procedures and accountabilities so as to enhance
the quality and impact of UNESCO’s operations.
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