Provide support to communities to enhance their capacity to identify and respond to needs.

Evaluate strategies and appraise proposals using transparent criteria and procedures.

Make recommendations and allocate funding following appraisal and evaluation.

Assist and support the implementation of approved proposals and strategies.

Develop appropriate proofing mechanisms, support their introduction and monitor their implementation.

Add value at local level through actively encouraging strategic co-ordination among relevant stakeholders and between programmes that Pobal manages.

Manage Government funds in a transparent and prudent manner.

Provide guidance and support on organisational management and governance.

Conduct independent audits of beneficiaries based on risk analysis.

Monitor expenditure and performance in achieving agreed targets and outcomes.

Undertake and support the analysis and exchange of experience, leading to the identification and dissemination of good practice.

Inform and influence policy development at local, regional and national levels.