Strengthening Local Governance & Accountability

Corporate Governance

Strengthening local governance, accountability, and service delivery across Madang Province

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Accountability & Transparency

Governance Excellence Framework

New comprehensive governance framework launched to enhance accountability across all provincial entities

Effective: 1 July 2023 | Scope: All Provincial Departments & LLGs

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Provincial Corporate Governance Office

Strengthening Institutional Frameworks & Accountability

Supporting the Madang Provincial Administrator by strengthening institutional frameworks, risk management, and accountability across all provincial entities

Overview

The Provincial Corporate Governance Office supports the Madang Provincial Administrator by strengthening institutional frameworks, risk management, and accountability across all provincial entities. It develops and enforces governance policies, monitors compliance with national legislation and provincial directives, and provides strategic advice on corporate planning and ethical standards. By fostering transparency and best practices, the office ensures that provincial operations deliver maximum public value and align with good governance principles.

Governance Services

Governance Policy Frameworks

Development and periodic review of corporate governance charters, codes of conduct, and board terms of reference.

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Compliance Monitoring

Regular audits of departmental adherence to legal, financial, and ethical requirements, with risk-mitigation recommendations.

Monitor Compliance

Risk Management Plans

Enterprise-wide risk assessments, prioritization matrices, and action plans for emerging governance risks.

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Board Secretariat Services

Coordination of Provincial Executive Committee and board meetings, including agenda preparation and minute-taking.

Secretariat Info

Corporate Planning Support

Facilitation of strategic planning sessions, performance indicators, and annual corporate plans aligned with provincial goals.

Planning Tools

Capacity-Building Workshops

Training for provincial leadership and staff on governance best practices, ethics, and accountability mechanisms.

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Governance Performance Dashboards

Development of real-time tracking tools and quarterly reports measuring governance performance and compliance trends.

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Districts & Local-Level Government Office

Strengthening Local Governance & Service Delivery

Developing and enforcing corporate governance frameworks while ensuring districts and LLGs comply with national and provincial legislation

Overview

The Provincial Corporate Governance, Districts & Local-Level Government Office strengthens local governance and accountability across Madang Province. It develops and enforces corporate governance frameworks, ensures districts and LLGs comply with national and provincial legislation, and provides strategic guidance on planning and resource management. By facilitating collaboration between the Provincial Administration, the Department of Provincial & Local Government Affairs, and grassroots councils, the office promotes transparency, efficiency, and service delivery. Through capacity building, performance monitoring, and stakeholder engagement, it empowers local governments to respond effectively to community needs and provincial priorities.

Districts & LLG Services

Governance Framework & Guidelines

Development and periodic revision of corporate governance policies, codes of conduct, and operational manuals for districts and LLGs.

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Capacity Building & Training

Workshops and mentorship programs on governance best practices, ethics, council procedures, and financial oversight.

Training Programs

Monitoring & Evaluation

Performance audits; compliance inspections; progress tracking; quarterly and annual governance reports.

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Coordination & Liaison

Organization of provincial-district-LLG forums; inter-governmental coordination; advisory support for joint initiatives.

Coordination Info

Policy Implementation

Technical assistance for local-level adoption of provincial plans, national legislation, and sectoral policies.

Implementation Support

Resource Mobilization

Guidance on grant applications, budget formulation, expenditure controls, and transparent reporting mechanisms.

Funding Guidance

Research & Advisory Services

Data collection and analysis on governance indicators; policy briefs; benchmarking studies.

Research Portal

Stakeholder Engagement

Collaboration with NGOs, community groups, and development partners; public consultation facilitation.

Engagement Tools

Records Management

Maintenance of district and LLG profiles; digital governance portal support; directory of local government contacts.

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Governance Performance

Districts Supported

Local-Level Governments

94%

Compliance Rate

156

Training Sessions

Madang Province Districts

Serving all six districts of Madang Province with comprehensive governance support and capacity building

Bogia District

Northern coastal district with focus on agricultural development and community governance

District Profile

Madang District

Provincial capital district with urban governance challenges and economic development focus

District Profile

Middle Ramu District

Highlands district with emphasis on rural development and infrastructure governance

District Profile

Raicost District

Coastal district focusing on marine resources management and community engagement

District Profile

Usino Bundi District

Inland district with forestry and agricultural governance priorities

District Profile

Sumkar District

Island district with fisheries management and maritime governance focus

District Profile

Contact Information

Provincial Corporate Governance Office

Office Address

Madang Provincial Administration Headquarters
Sir Angmai Bultin Complex

Postal Address

PO Box 2139
MADANG 511
Madang Province, Papua New Guinea

Phone

+675 _______________________________

Email

governance.office@madang.gov.pg

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facebook.com/MadangCorpGov

Districts & LLG Office

Office Address

Madang Provincial Administration Headquarters
Angmai Bilas Complex

Postal Address

PO Box 2139
MADANG 511
Madang Province, Papua New Guinea

Phone

+675 ___________________

Email

corporate.governance@madang.gov.pg

Facebook

facebook.com/MadangCorporateGovernance