Audit of USAID/Haiti’s Leveraging Effective Application of Direct Investments Program
Recommendations
USAID/Haiti and the Pan American Development Foundation identify and focus on activities that will have the most impact in the time remaining on the program.
USAID/Haiti determine the number of jobs the program can realistically generate given the available resources, and update its target accordingly.
USAID/Haiti conduct a performance evaluation of the program to determine program impact, and evaluate the potential for investments in small and medium-sized enterprises.
USAID/Haiti document outstanding issues noted in portfolio reviews, and implement a mechanism to resolve them.
USAID/Haiti evaluate the performance indicators, revise definitions to eliminate ambiguity, and document the results.
USAID/Haiti and Pan American Development Foundation identify and document opportunities for engaging with the chambers of commerce in Cap-Haitien and St. Marc in providing business advisory services.
USAID/Haiti and Pan American Development Foundation develop strategies for diaspora engagement and incorporate activities under the remittances program.
USAID/Haiti require the implementer to correct the deficiency in its system for tracking cost-sharing contributions.
USAID/Haiti require the implementer to catch up on its cost-share contributions so that it meets its full cost share by the program's end.