Security sector institution building toolkit 6 overview since the end of the cold war, development agencies have gradually begun engaging the security sector as part of their governance, public financial management, and rule of law programming, understanding that security is an essential co. The principles should be considered by every charitable organization as a guide for strengthening its effectiveness and accountability. The use of good governance principles can decrease corruption and misuse of resourc. Guide to principles of good governance 2 british and irish ombudsman association october 2009 3 membership. Examine security governance oversight policy, budgetary, administrative, etc. The framework aims to encourage more effective public sector governance and better governed and managed public sector entities.
According to ekpenobi 2007, the standard and practice of corporate governance guides good governance in the public sector as published by the independent commission for good governance in the united kingdom in 2004 included in the following with supporting principles and guidelines. These two traditions have dissimilar conceptualisations. An introduction since the 1980s, and in parallel with the public sector reforms bevir, 2009, governance has become a key concept across social sciences. Not only governmental institutions but also the private sector and civil society organizations must be accountable to the public and to their. Introduction1 even a cursory look at recent developments in the west african subregion would tend to substantiate the claim that west africa is. Poor security sector governance is the result of a failure to apply the principles of good governance to the provision, management and oversight of security within a state.
This infographic explores 8 key principles of good governance formulated to guide public managers navigating through ethical grey areas. Integrity is the link between behaviour and principles. Conversely, by questioning an action in relation to values, a public manager must confront. The legal implications of an action are critical to any decision, but they are also well defined, easy to determine and simple to apply. The united nations assists member states to undertake security sector reform with a view to achieving effective and accountable security for the state and its citizens, without discrimination and with full respect for human rights and the rule of. They clearly identify the key building blocks for a sound corporate governance framework and offer practical guidance for implementation at a national level. The security landscape in every country is a reflection of history, culture, political, socioeconomic conditions and experiences. This has underscored the importance of governance issues and civilian input into policy making.
However, in general terms and in an african context, a security sector comprises individuals, groups and institutions that are responsible for the provision, management and oversight of security. Ssr means making security provision, oversight and management more effective and more accountable, within a framework of democratic civilian control, the rule of. Cyber security is a branch of information security that focuses on the organizations ability to secure its. The components of the security sector vary according to each national context. This ssr backgrounder is about the concept of security sector governance ssg. The future of security sector reform 16 i the origins and evolution of the ssr concept 28 1 the evolution of the security sector reform agenda. May 02, 2017 principles of good governance encourage public managers to transcend the limitations of thinking only in legal terms. Good governance in the public sector executive summary pdf 500 kb. About security sector governance security sector integrity. The concept of governance provides a way to understand how power and authority over state and human security are exercised within a state. This handbook is divided into eight sections, each containing several chapters and can be read in two different ways. Findings on security sector governance and practices in selected southeast asian countries include the following.
Security sector governance centre for international. The elements that constitute good public sector governance, and upon which practices can be modelled, can be demonstrated as the components of a house, click on sections of the house to find out more. Consider the wider definitions of security, justice, transparency, accountability, and legitimacy in constitutional frameworks. An institutional assessment framework, netherlands institute of international relations in recent years, security sector reform has become an important feature of the international development. This ssr backgrounder is about security sector reform. Security sector governance and reform dcaf backgrounder what is meant by security sector governance and security sector reform. It governance is the responsibility of the board of directors and executive management. Security sector reform aims to help states enhance the security of their citizens. We hope that this will be useful to schemes, prospective schemes and the wide range of. The concept of security sector reform united nations.
Good governance and building integrity in the defence and. This guide to principles of good governance is one of highlevel principles which reflects this diversity and is intended to supplement the criteria. Security sector reform ssr is often wrongly reduced to functional capacity building in the security forces. The democratic oversight and governance of the security sector represents one of the kosovos criteria in its path to the european union eu. In so doing, they assess the extent to which the principles of security sector governance that. Cigis security sector governance project deconstructs ssr, analyzes its application and offers advice on how to increase its effectiveness. The concepts of security sector governance and reform ssgr, or ssg and ssr generally refer to a process in westernbased international development and democratization to amend the security sector of a state towards good governance and its principles, such as freedom of information and the rule of law. Singapores continuous emphasis on integrity, confidence and trust is made material in the form of an established governance.
Australian national audit office, public sector governance, 2003. Reinforcing an institutions integrity is a question of institutionalising the principles that we want the institution to stand for, as well as a question of socialising these norms and. In fact, in many countries ssr is an element of state building, reduces concrete security risks for the population, and should always also contribute to democratic security governance within society. The following section provides an explanation of the underlying rationale, together with supporting commentary, for the key elements of. The g20oecd principles of corporate governance provide this benchmark. Security sector reform united nations peacekeeping. Applying the principles of good governance to the security sector is the goal of security sector reform ssr. First, any reform of a security sector has a direct and immediate impact on the political power relationship in a given country. This publication should be read in conjunction with the supportive documents listed below. International framework good governance in the public sector.
The centre for international governance innovation 57 erb street west, waterloo, ontario n2l 6c2, canada. Security sector reform in developing and transitional. Through the implementation of the voluntary principles and participation in the initiative, governments, ngos and companies develop relationships through which they can participate in dialogue, engage in mutual learning and joint problem solving, create common approaches to address challenges, and jointly promote human rights for a lasting positive impact. The nato building integrity programme is part of natos commitment to strengthen integrity, transparency and accountability in the defence and related security sector.
The concept of security sector reform also gains a political acceptance in a large number of east european and postsoviet states, which undertake efforts towards establishing democratic systems. This a period in which public governance has been informed and influenced by the principles and actions of private sector corporate governance but also, more generally, by how government departments and agencies, in. Section iv then looks in more detail at the context for security sector reform in africa, asia, latin america and the cee states, where the level and nature of. Accountability accountability is a key requirement of good governance. Security sector governance refers to the process by which accountable security institutions transparently supply security as a public good via transparent policies and practices. What is good governance good governance includes 8 guiding principles that are used in the processes of making and implementing decisions. These texts were written by participants on our training courses. Although security sector governance and reform ssgr is a relatively new concept, it goes hand in hand with the osces comprehensive understanding of security. Usaid programming in security sector reform has included programs focused on civilsecurity force relations, policing, civilian oversight of the military, parliamentary reform, public administration, policy making, access to justice, judicial reform, transitional justice and ddr. Sep 08, 2016 before discussing the core guiding principles of corporate governance, business roundtable believes describing the roles of these key corporate actors is important. It provides guidance on undertaking a process of security sector transformation consistent with democratic governance principles and a human security agenda. This module is the first part of the course on governance and development.
Moreover, we have included four policy papers on issues related to good governance in the security sector in this book. However, in general terms and in an african context, a security sector comprises individuals, groups and institutions that are responsible for the provision, management and oversight of security for people and the state. Security sector governance and practices in asia gsdrc. The standard provides guidance on concepts and principles for the governance of information security, by which organisations can. The international framework is not intended to replace national and sectoral governance codes. Alan bryden, boubacar ndiaye and funmi olonisakin eds. A read is counted each time someone views a publication summary such as the title, abstract, and list of authors, clicks on a figure, or views or downloads the fulltext. Security sector reform ssr aims to enhance ssg through the eff ective and effi cient delivery of security under.
Consider the idea that these values are a lens through which public management situations can be viewed just like the lenses in a pair. Section ii describes all stages of the national security policy cycle as well the international regulations which are. The essence of the transformation of the security sector is the process of aligning the sector with core values, principles and practices of democratic governance. Security sector reform ssr is often wrongly reduced to. Security sector reform ssr, a framework of principles and practices for the reconstruction of state security, has come to be accepted as a central facet of stabilization and statebuilding in fragile and postconflict states. Created in 2000, the voluntary principles is a multistakeholder initiative that promotes the implementation of a set of principles that guide companies on providing security for their operations while respecting human rights. Criteria for good governance in the defence sector.
Of security sector reform processes includes ownership by local. The various contributors examine in practice how the security sector is governed in 16 west african states. The voluntary principles on security and human rights. Pdf promoting good governance in the security sector.
The core principles for good governance in the public sector set out above are high level and bring together a number of concepts. Define civil control of the security sector and examine the role and relationship of civil society with security governance institutions. Parliaments have a vital role to play in the good governance of the security sector and the provision of transparent and accountable public security. Principles of corporate governance harvard university. International standa rds and pr inciples criteria for good governance in the defence sector. Isoiec jtc1sc 27, in collaboration with the itu telecommunication standardization sector itut, published a standard specifically aimed at helping organizations govern their information security arrangements. It can be executed only when there is a political will to undertake democratic reforms in general. Poor ssg causes a wide range of problems for individuals and communities, the security sector itself and broader political and socioeconomic stability. However, a core part of the singapore success story and the value of the singapore brand is its underlying good governance and core systems. The oecd principles on water governance are developed on the premise that there is no onesizefitsall solution to water challenges worldwide, but a menu of options building on the diversity of legal, administrative and organisational systems within and across countries. This chapter identifies the institutional qualities and governance principles that are critical for developing and implementing effective and equitable policy measures to mitigate the impact of economic crises.
International standa rds and pr inciples this publication was, originally, developed in order to provide assessment guidelines in the systematic evaluation of the integrity systems of nine countries. Good governance in the public sector consultation draft. There has been a shift from state and militarycentric notions of security to a greater emphasis on human security. Responsive and accountable public governance preface the 2015 world public sector report wpsr analyses responsiveness and accountability as two fundamental principles of governance which are key, crosscutting enablers of development.
In institutional terms, integrity is directly linked to good governance. They recognise that governance is highly contextual, that. The principles should be considered by every charitable organization as a guide. Allies and partners are committed to support and promote the principles and implementation of integrity, transparency and accountability in accordance with international norms and practices established for the defence and related security sector. Security sector reform ssr aims to enhance ssg through the eff ective and effi cient delivery of security under conditions of democratic oversight and control.
A complete reading of the handbook will provide the most comprehensive understanding. Standards and practice of corporate governance in the. Indeed, through its institutions and field operations, the organization has for quite some time been providing expertise to participating states on. Principles for good governance and ethical practice. Ssr is the political and technical process of improving state and human security by applying the principles of good governance to the security sector.
Governance also focuses on the formal and informal structures set in place to arrive at and implement the decision. This a period in which public governance has been informed and influenced by the principles and actions of private sector corporate governance but also, more generally, by how government departments and agencies, in their. A strategic framework part 1 the completion of this publication would not have been possible without the assistance, input and ideas. It is intended to make the teaching and learning process a more interactive and productive endeavor. Accountability of security institutions is affected by democratic oversight performed by a range of stakeholders including democratic institutions, government, civil society, and the media. Security sector reform, sometimes also called security systems reform, has become a. Smart governance in a smart nation a singapore perspective. A handbook the handbook has been produced by a collaborative effort among researchers and practitioners across africa. Security sector reform in developing and transitional countries revisited 339 improvement in the efficiency and effectiveness of governance over those institutions charged with the provision of security brzoska 2003. The principles for good governance and ethical practice outlines 33 principles of sound practice for charitable organizations and foundations related to legal compliance and public disclosure, effective governance, financial oversight, and responsible fundraising. Public sector governance a guide to the principles of good. Good governance the concept in the last twenty years, the concepts of governance and good governance have become widely used in both the academic and donor communities.
From its inception, the wpsr has addressed a range of con. The concepts of security sector governance and reform ssgr, or ssg and ssr generally refer to a process in westernbased international development and democratization to amend the security sector of a state towards good governance and its principles. The aim of good governance in the public sector international framework is to encourage better service delivery and improved accountability by establishing a benchmark for good governance in the public sector. Good governance in the public sector consultation draft for. The board of directors has the vital role of overseeing the companys management and business strategies to achieve longterm value creation. Public sector governance a guide to the principles of. The following section provides an explanation of the underlying rationale, together with supporting commentary, for the key elements of each principle, and supporting subprinciple. Security sector governance ssg refers to the structures, processes, values and attitudes that shape decisions about security and their implementation. The eu annual progress report is one of the main measurement instruments of countrys progression and challenges in aligning with the eu conditionality.
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