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ZELA seeks to maintain a clear distinction between governance, strategic oversight and operational management.GovernanceProvides direction, oversight and accountability.ManagementTranslates approved strategies and plans into effective action.Programs & OperationsImplement activities and manage day-to-day delivery in accordance with approved policies and procedures.Financial ManagementEnsures responsible planning, control, documentation and use of organizational and project resources.This structure supports effective decision-making while reducing conflicts of responsibility and strengthening institutional accountability.
⇥ COMMITTEES & EXPERT SUPPORT The Board of Directors may establish specialized or temporary committees to address specific organizational, technical or strategic matters. Committees may draw on the expertise of Board members, organizational members or qualified external experts, depending on the purpose of the assignment. Each committee operates within a defined mandate and reports to the appropriate governing body. External expertise may also be sought when specialized knowledge is required to support informed decision-making.
⇥ FINANCIAL GOVERNANCE ZELA is committed to responsible stewardship of its financial resources. The organization applies financial planning, budgeting, accounting, internal controls and documentation procedures designed to ensure that resources are used efficiently and for their intended purposes. Our financial governance is guided by five principles: Transparency Financial decisions and transactions are appropriately documented and subject to review. Accountability Those responsible for financial decisions are accountable for the proper use of resources. Compliance Financial management follows applicable legal, organizational, donor and contractual requirements. Responsible Resource Management Resources are planned and used efficiently in support of organizational objectives. Independent Review Annual financial accounts are subject to appropriate review and external audit arrangements in accordance with applicable requirements.
⇥ RISK MANAGEMENT & COMPLIANCE ZELA recognizes that effective risk management is an essential part of responsible organizational management. We seek to identify, assess and monitor institutional, financial, operational, programmatic and contextual risks and take appropriate measures to prevent or reduce their potential impact. Our compliance approach includes: - Compliance with applicable laws and regulations- Compliance with donor and funding requirements- Compliance with partnership agreements- Appropriate documentation and record keeping- Financial and operational controls- Risk identification and mitigation- Protection of organizational resources and reputation Risk management is integrated into organizational planning and project implementation.
⇥ ETHICS & INTEGRITY ZELA is committed to maintaining high standards of ethical conduct and organizational integrity. We do not tolerate practices that undermine the rights, dignity or interests of communities, staff, partners or other stakeholders. Our governance framework supports measures to prevent and address: - Fraud and corruption- Conflicts of interest- Misuse of organizational resources- Abuse or misconduct- Discrimination- Exploitation Detailed requirements are established through the organization's relevant policies and procedures.
⇥ ACCOUNTABILITY TO COMMUNITIES ZELA places accountability to communities at the centre of its work. We seek to involve communities and relevant stakeholders in identifying needs, setting priorities, designing interventions and assessing results. Our approach promotes: Participation Meaningful involvement of communities in programs that affect them. Feedback Opportunities for people to share views, concerns and suggestions. Responsiveness Using feedback and learning to improve our programs and practices. Inclusion Ensuring that different groups and perspectives are considered. Do No Harm Designing interventions with consideration for local context, risks and potential unintended consequences.
⇥ TRANSPARENCY & REPORTING ZELA is committed to providing appropriate information about its work to communities, partners, donors and other relevant stakeholders. We maintain documentation and reporting systems covering organizational activities, projects, financial management and results in accordance with applicable requirements. Where appropriate, public organizational documents and reports are made available through the ZELA website. Our transparency efforts include: - Annual organizational reporting- Project and program reporting- Financial reporting- Appropriate documentation and record keeping- Monitoring and evaluation- Learning and continuous improvement
⇥ PARTNERSHIP GOVERNANCEZELA recognizes that effective partnerships require clear responsibilities, mutual accountability and appropriate oversight.When entering into partnerships or cooperation agreements, ZELA seeks to establish clear arrangements covering:- Roles and responsibilities- Coordination and decision-making- Financial and administrative responsibilities- Program implementation- Monitoring and reporting- Risk management- Compliance requirements- Accountability mechanismsWhere partners or sub-implementers are involved, appropriate due diligence is undertaken in accordance with organizational and applicable requirements.
⇥ RELATED DOCUMENTS For further information, please explore our organizational policies and public documents: Policies & Safeguarding Organizational policies addressing ethics, safeguarding, protection and responsible conduct. Accountability & Anti-Corruption Information on accountability, complaints, fraud prevention and organizational integrity. Reports & Financial Information Public annual, programmatic and financial reports where available. Legal & Organizational Documents Public legal and organizational documentation.
