NGO Benchmarkt
Certification for NGOs and
Non-Profit Institutions
A new standard for responsible organizations
At ACPO SA, we are expanding our services by introducing a certification dedicated to NGOs, associations, foundations, and non-profit institutions. This service is designed according to internationally recognized criteria and is inspired by best practices in the sector (governance, integrity, and transparency benchmarks).
Objective of the NGO Governance Benchmark Certification
To enable non-profit organizations to:
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Strengthen their governance and institutional accountability
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Structure their strategic planning
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Increase transparency towards donors and stakeholders
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Demonstrate the integrity of their practices
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Measure their actual results in the field
Assessment Areas
We audit the organization using a framework structured around the following 11 pillars:
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Governance (independence, decision-making processes, conflicts of interest)
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Strategy and planning (vision, objectives, risk management)
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Integrity and ethics (code of conduct, handling of reports)
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Communication and transparency (access to information, traceability)
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Human resources (recruitment, fairness, training)
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Funding and allocation (fundraising effectiveness, planning)
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Financial control (audits, resource monitoring, abuse prevention)
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Operational planning (skills, involvement of beneficiaries)
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Implementation (procurement, evaluation of results)
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Impact measurement (evaluation of outcomes, communication to stakeholders)
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Continuous improvement (learning, corrective actions)
A Recognized Audit, a Valuable Certificate
At the end of the assessment:
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A structured report is provided to the organization
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Practical recommendations are issued to strengthen sensitive areas
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A certificate of compliance may be awarded if the criteria are met, which can be highlighted to donors, funders, or partners
Who Is It For?
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Local, national, or international NGOs
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Foundations and charitable associations
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Social or humanitarian institutions
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Co-financed projects (development cooperation, public funds)
Why Choose ACPO?
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Guaranteed independence and neutrality
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Experience in ISO and institutional auditing
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Clear and structured methodology
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Experienced auditors from the non-profit, public, and private sectors
