Institute for Devolution Studies

Transforming County Governments through Capacity Development and Empowerment.

About the Institute For Devolution Studies (IDS)

The Institute for Devolution Studies (IDS) is a premier Institute dedicated to advancing devolution and strengthening county governance across Kenya. Established to support county and national governments, IDS provides cutting-edge Training, Research, Consultancy and policy Advisory services that empower county institutions and communities to realize the full promise of devolution.

✔ County Capacity Development and Empowerment
✔ Advancing Devolution and Governance capacity
✔ Supporting County and Intergovernmental relations
✔ Driving research, policy innovation, and leadership development

🌟 Vision

Excellence in Transforming County Governments through Capacity Developement and Empowerment.

🌟 Mission

To empower County governments with knowledge, skills, and tools for effective governance through responsive training, applied research, and consultancy that strengthen devolved systems and service delivery.

🤝 Core Values

Excellence – We are committed to delivering high-quality training, research, and advisory services that promote effective and transformative governance.
Integrity – We uphold ethical conduct, accountability, and transparency in all our operations and partnerships.
Innovation – We embrace creativity, technology, and new ideas to develop practical solutions that strengthen devolved systems.
Collaboration – We foster teamwork and strategic partnerships with county governments, national institutions, and development partners to advance devolution.

Institute for Devolution Studies (IDS) houses two centers:

Center for Public Finance and Administration
Center for Environmental Governance and Climate Change

These centers largely contribute to the mandate of the Institute for Devolution Studies by driving specialized programs, research, and advisory services across its key focus areas, which are summarized as below.

CATEGORY	KEY AREAS
Training	Corporate Governance in Public Sector - Values, ethics and integrity, Conduct of board meetings Performance management and evaluation, Public Procurement ans Asset disposal County planning and development – CIDPs, ADPs, performance management, and spatial planning. Public service management and human resource development – Leadership, ethics, performance contracting, and service delivery improvement. Public participation and governance – Participatory frameworks, community engagement, and citizen feedback mechanisms. Finance and economic planning – Budget formulation, public finance management (PFM), and fiscal responsibility under the PFM Act. Health services management – Health policy leadership, devolved service delivery, and intergovernmental coordination. Climate Governance and Financing – Training on policy frameworks, climate action planning, and sustainable financing mechanisms Agriculture, livestock, and fisheries – Policy implementation, extension services, and agribusiness management. Water Sector Boards and Management– Resource mobilization, Corporate branding and legal and instititional framework for water service sectors. Trade development and regulation – Local trade promotion, cooperatives, and investment facilitation. Infrastructure and public works – Urban planning, roads, housing, and environmental management.
Research Focus Areas	Intergovernmental relations and policy harmonization Impact of devolution on service delivery and citizen welfare County performance assessment and benchmarking Public finance and resource allocation efficiency Governance innovation and digital transformation Socio-economic impact of county projects and programs Climate Action & Climate resilient practices Citizen satisfaction and participatory governance
Consultancy & Advisory	Intergovernmental relations Institutional capacity assessment Public sector reforms and service delivery frameworks Fiscal decentralization and accountability mechanisms Strategic planning and organizational development Performance management systems Governance and leadership audits Monitoring and evaluation (M&E) Capacity needs assessment Climate Action and adaptation financing Models Stakeholder engagement and social accountability frameworks Digital governance and smart service delivery

Latest Highlights & Events

December 2025: Kiambu County Water Services Boards Joint Training

NOVERMBER: IDS coordinated a mass capacity-building program for credit Control Officers from Women Enterprise Fund (WEF) .

October 2025: IDS spearheaded the Climate Action Summit.

For more information, visit Climate Action Summit 2025.

6-8 OCTOBER IDS Conducted a Training Needs Analysis in Migori and Elgeyo Marakwet Counties.
November 2025: Wajir County Public Service Board Induction

October 2025: Nanyuki Municipality Board Training

Our Team

Meet the leadership behind the Institute for Devolution Studies.

FCPA Andrew Rori

DIRECTOR IDS

Provides strategic leadership, oversees research, training, and policy advisory programs.

A seasoned expert in Public Finance, Planning, and Resource Mobilization, with a strong track record in designing fiscal strategies, guiding development planning processes, and securing funding for priority programmes.

Simon Angote, OGW

SENIOR PRINCIPAL LECTURER & TECHNICAL ADVISOR

Provides expert guidance and strategic support in policy and program development. A seasoned and highly experienced professional in Public Sector Governance and Management, recognized for strengthening institutional systems, enhancing service delivery, and providing strategic leadership across government functions.

Dr. Mumo Muinde

SENIOR PRINCIPAL LECTURE & HEAD OF CENTER FOR PUBLIC FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION

An accomplished Economic, Public Finance, and Governance expert with extensive experience in policy analysis and fiscal management.

Author of the book "The Art of Money & Wealth Creation

Dr. Antony Kamakia

PRINCIPAL LECTURER & HEAD OF CENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL GOVERNANCE AND CLIMATE CHANGE

An expert in Climate and Environmental Governance with strong experience in policy development, climate action planning, and mainstreaming environmental sustainability into public and institutional frameworks.

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