UNDP defines capacity development as the process through which individuals, organizations, institutions and societies obtain, strengthen and maintain the capabilities to set and achieve their own development objectives over time. It aims to unlock transformative change, that is, change that is generated, guided, and sustained by those whom it is meant to benefit. Capacity development can help to strengthen national systems and procedures for health services and improve programme implementation for better health outcomes.
UNDP defines capacity development as the process through which individuals, organizations, institutions and societies obtain, strengthen and maintain the capabilities to set and achieve their own development objectives over time.
With its global reach, broad mandate and integrator role, UNDP is uniquely positioned to support the kind of systemic and structural change needed at the scale required to bring about sustainable transformation of systems for health.
This website details UNDP's approach, processes and tools for capacity development 1) within the context of health programme implementation and management, and 2) in support of building resilient and sustainable health systems.
UNDP's country presence and diverse experience in implementing health and development programmes and policy interventions inform its approaches to strengthening the capacities of national entities to implement large-scale health programmes.
National and subnational governments, multi-stakeholder coordinating bodies, civil society organizations, private sector entities and populations most affected by health and development challenges are all critical in designing, delivering and monitoring the effectiveness of public health programmes.
