Curso MOOC - Políticas Públicas y Gestión de Valor Público - Unidad 03

Introduction to Public Policies in Peru

Overview of Unit 3

• The course focuses on public policies and the management of public value in Peru, particularly within the framework of Agenda 2030, OECD guidelines, and national agreements.

• This unit aims to analyze both national and global contexts influencing public policy in Peru, emphasizing modernization policies.

Key Themes

• Three main topics will be reviewed:

• The reference framework for public policies in Peru.

• National modernization policy.

• Pillars supporting public management modernization.

Influences on Public Policy Development

National and Supranational Framework

• Peruvian public policy is shaped by various influences including national frameworks and supranational agendas like Agenda 2030 with its 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

• The SDGs focus on sustainable development that meets current needs without compromising future generations' quality of life.

Importance of the OECD

• The OECD's role is highlighted as it designs efficient policies aimed at improving life quality within member countries, including Peru.

National Agreements and Government Policies

Agreement National Context

• The National Agreement consists of state policies developed through consensus among government entities, civil society, and political parties to ensure democratic governance and inclusive development. Examples include:

• Promotion of a social market economy.

• Citizen security initiatives.

• Violence eradication strategies.

General Government Policy (2021)

• Focuses on economic growth, integrity, anti-corruption measures, effective decentralization, institutional strength, and social development from an inclusive perspective. Despite economic growth, challenges remain due to limited public spending capacity leading to distrust among citizens regarding state institutions.

Modernization Policy Objectives

Purpose of Modernization Policy

• A long-term vision aims for an efficient public administration focused on results while being accountable to citizens. It seeks:

• Equal access to goods and services.

• Reduction of social and economic gaps.

• Managerial changes promoting open government principles such as transparency and accessibility.

Example Initiatives

• Implementation of programs like "One Laptop per Child" aims to enhance educational equity for economically disadvantaged populations compared to urban areas.

Pillars Supporting Public Management Modernization

Six Key Pillars

1. Public Policies: Establishing clear guidelines for action.

2. Strategic Plans: Operational plans guiding implementation efforts.

3. Results-Based Budgeting: Ensuring financial resources align with desired outcomes.

4. Process Management: Streamlining administrative processes for efficiency.

5. Meritocratic Civil Service: Attracting qualified personnel into the public sector while fostering a service-oriented culture.

6. Knowledge Management Systems: Utilizing information effectively for evaluation purposes.

These pillars are essential for reforming civil service practices aimed at enhancing commitment towards citizen service delivery efforts by attracting skilled individuals into the sector while ensuring their professional growth within governmental roles.

Conclusions from Unit Insights

Summary Insights

• Peruvian public policies are influenced by supranational frameworks such as Agenda 2030 focusing on sustainable development goals alongside OECD standards aimed at improving living conditions now and in the future.

• Domestically, key references include the National Agreement which promotes democratic governance along with general government policies targeting economic growth amidst challenges related to corruption affecting citizen trust in state mechanisms.

Corruption and Public Management Modernization in National Politics

Overview of Public Management Modernization Policy

• The discussion centers on the issue of corruption within the framework of national public management modernization policies.

• The policy aims to reduce social and economic disparities through an open, transparent, and accessible government approach.

• Emphasis is placed on enhancing information availability regarding public management practices to combat corruption effectively.

• It is suggested that reviewing the national policy on public management modernization can provide deeper insights into these efforts.