Proposed Programme of Work and Budget for the Biennium 2020‒2021 - Report of the Executive Director

This report sets out the programme of work and budget for the biennium 2020–2021 within the framework of the 2018–2021 medium-term strategy. It defines seven subprogrammes and aligns expected accomplishments with Sustainable Development Goal indicators and Environment Assembly resolutions. The document explains the results-based budgeting methodology, drawing on historical expenditure trends, lessons from evaluations and audits, and revised allocation processes. It details resource requirements by funding source, including the Environment Fund, earmarked funds, global funds and the regular budget, and addresses funding gaps and mobilization strategies. It also outlines monitoring, reporting and evaluation arrangements, gender integration, South-South cooperation and executive direction and management functions.