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Governance

A Member-Based Organization

The People’s Development Forum (PDF) is a member-based, African-founded and African-led organization registered under the Tanzanian NGO Act of 2002. Our governance model ensures that decision-making is transparent, participatory, and aligned with our mission to tackle the root causes of poverty and exclusion.

Governance Structure

  • Annual General Assembly (AGA) – The supreme decision-making body, meets annually to approve audited financial statements, review organizational performance, and elect the Board of Directors.
  • Board of Directors – Provides strategic direction, fiduciary oversight, and risk management.
  • Executive Leadership – Led by the Executive Director and Senior Management Team, responsible for operational and programmatic delivery in line with Board decisions .

Board of Directors

Roles of the Board:

  • Provide strategic oversight and ensure alignment with PDF’s mission
  • Review and approve budgets, policies, and audited financial statements
  • Oversee risk management and compliance with NGO Act and donor requirements
  • Strengthen stakeholder engagement and represent PDF externally

 

Accountability & Transparency

  • Independent external audits annually
  • Quarterly reporting to Board Finance & Audit Committee
  • Segregation of duties and multi-level payment authorizations
  • Whistleblowing and grievance mechanism to report concerns confidentially

For more on how we manage and safeguard funds, visit our Financial Transparency page 👉

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