Strengthening Public Sector Management, Institutional Capacity and the Rule of Law in LAC

preparation

The main objective of this TC is to strengthen the institutional capacity and the rule of law (ICRL) of the public administrations in the region to enhance results and development effectiveness. To achieve this, the TC will collaborate with selected public agencies in the region to (i) conduct analytical work to identify the most significant ICRL gaps that hinder the delivery of their functions and services; (ii) design, implement, and iteratively adapt interventions to improve ICRL by addressing the identified gaps in public agencies of beneficiary countries. Institutional capacity enables governments to deliver services, implement policies, invest in infrastructure, and support private sector growth. The rule of law ensures predictability, credibility, and fairness in legal processes, essential for the functioning of states, businesses, and societies. This TC targets central entities, such as Planning Entities or Offices of the Presidency, responsible for cross-sectoral functions and other critical outcomes. The focus is on three key functions: (i) strategic functions at the Center of Government and their interaction with planning, budgeting, and M&E systems; (ii) resource management, including civil service, asset management, and data; and (iii) regulatory frameworks. These functions need predictability, strong accountability mechanisms, and transparency to reinforce the rule of law and ensure efficient use of public resources.