How We Assess Performance
Five-Tiered Methodology
The Agency is committed to utilizing the funds it receives from taxpayers through Congress to produce successful results. To do this, USAID employs the programming structure depicted in the pyramid to the left. Each layer represents a more detailed breakout of the programs USAID implements. USAID employs performance indicators in several layers. At levels covered by the Joint State-USAID Strategic Plan, outcome level indicators are used to measure progress towards joint goals. At the USAID operating unit level, individual indicators tailored to the mission specific development context are used to monitor progress. At the program component level, common indicators across operating units are used to measure Agency performance.
Joint State-USAID Strategic Plan
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As a result of the Joint State-USAID Strategic Plan, USAID now focuses its work around eight strategic goals that capture the breadth of its bureau, mission, and specific responsibilities. The adoption of these new strategic goals has helped to streamline the Agency's reporting structure and is being integrated into strategic management reforms discussed previously. The eight strategic goals are centered on three core strategic objectives from the Joint State-USAID Strategic Plan:
- Achieve Peace and Security
- Advance Sustainable Development and Global Interests
- Strengthen Diplomatic and Program Capabilities
Strategic Planning Framework
Of the four strategic objectives and 12 strategic goals contained in the Joint State-USAID Strategic Plan, USAID reports against the following three strategic objectives and eight strategic goals. USAID does not have programs in the remaining four strategic goal areas, or does not have meaningful indicators or targets which require reporting of performance results in the Performance and Accountability Report (PAR) (for example in the area of Public Affairs).
Agency Strategic Objectives and Strategic Goals
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE #1
- Achieve Peace and Security - |
| Strategic Goal Title |
Strategic Goal Description |
| Regional Stability |
Avert and resolve local and regional conflicts to preserve peace
and minimize harm to the national interests of the United States. |
| Counterterrorism |
Prevent attacks against the United States, its allies and its friends,
and strengthen alliances and international arrangements to defeat global terrorism. |
| International Crime and Drugs |
Minimize the impact of international crime and illegal drugs on
the United States and its citizens. |
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE #2
- Advance Sustainable Development and Global Interests - |
| Strategic Goal Title |
Strategic Goal Description |
| Democracy and Human Rights |
Advance the growth of democracy and good governance, including
civil society, the rule of law, respect for human rights, and religious freedom. |
| Economic Prosperity and Security |
Strengthen world economic growth, development, and stability,
while expanding opportunities for U.S. businesses and ensuring economic security
for the nation. |
| Social and Environmental Issues |
Improve health, education, environment, and other conditions
for the global population. |
| Humanitarian Response |
Minimize the human costs of displacement, conflicts, and
natural disasters. |
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE #3
- Strengthen Diplomatic and Program Capabilities - |
| Strategic Goal Title |
Strategic Goal Description |
| Management and Organizational Excellence |
Ensure a high quality workforce supported by modern and secure
infrastructure and operational capabilities. |
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USAID Administrator Natsios, accompanied by the
U.S. Ambassador to Ethiopia, Aurelia Brazeal, donates school kits to students at Medicho
Elementary School located in the drought affected area of Ethiopia.
Photo: USAID |
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