SIGMA supports Algeria in strengthening public governance and administrative capacity in the context of its evolving partnership with the European Union. This co-operation builds on the EU–Algeria Association Agreement, which entered into force in 2005, and on SIGMA’s long-standing engagement since 2009. It focuses on key areas of public administration reform, including public financial management, civil service development, policymaking, and oversight institutions.
SIGMA is currently supporting Algeria’s priorities in enhancing the effectiveness, transparency and performance of public administration as a driver of economic diversification and improved public service delivery. It is aligned with broader EU-Algeria co-operation priorities and contributes to strengthening the institutional environment underpinning sustainable development and investment.
SIGMA’s support focuses on four main areas:
- Policy development and co-ordination: Strengthening the analytical and advisory capacity of the National Economic Social and Environmental Council (CNESE), including improving methodologies for policy evaluation and internal working processes.
- Public service and human resource management: Supporting the modernisation of the civil service framework, including strategic workforce planning, competency frameworks, performance management and reform prioritisation.
- Digital government and service delivery: Promoting the development of a coherent digital transformation agenda, including data governance, interoperability, and user-centered digital services, alongside capacity building for public officials.
- Public financial management and external audit: Re-engaging with the Court of Accounts to strengthen audit practices, including performance auditing and fraud detection in public procurement.
Through targeted support, knowledge sharing and dialogue with Algerian institutions, SIGMA aims to help prioritise feasible reforms, strengthen institutional capacities and promote international good practices.
