Paidar Development OrganizationLasting change, led by communities
Accountability

Safeguarding, transparency and sound finances.

Ethical conduct, survivor-centred safeguarding and audit-ready systems across every project.

Policies

Safeguarding framework

PSEA / PSEAH

Zero tolerance for sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. All staff, contractors and partners sign a binding code of conduct, with annual refresher training and confidential, survivor-centred reporting.

Child protection & safeguarding

Guidelines protecting children from abuse, exploitation and neglect, with mandatory screening, police verification and background checks for staff working with children or schools.

Gender equality & social inclusion

Equal opportunity, non-discrimination and gender mainstreaming, with proactive inclusion of persons with disabilities, minorities and vulnerable groups.

Whistleblowing & anti-fraud

Prohibits fraud, bribery and corruption, with confidential and anonymous reporting channels and protection against retaliation.

HR & code of conduct

Merit-based recruitment, performance management, workplace dignity, conflict-of-interest management and occupational health and safety.

Financial & procurement manual

Segregated project accounts, dual-signatory authorization, competitive bidding, value for money and periodic internal controls.

MEAL

A five-stage learning cycle

Quality assurance, adaptive management and evidence-based decisions on every project.

Stage 1

Planning & indicators

Logical frameworks, baseline indicators and target KPIs.

Stage 2

Baseline & data collection

Baseline, midline and end-line data collection.

Stage 3

Routine monitoring

Field visits, spot checks, attendance and data tracking.

Stage 4

Analysis & corrective action

Feedback, complaint mechanisms and timely course correction.

Stage 5

Learning & adaptation

Evidence-based program adaptation.

↻ Stage 5 feeds back into planning — a continuous improvement cycle.

Fiduciary governance

Financial stewardship

Every rupee is accounted for: strong governance, tight controls and independent audits give partners full confidence.

Board oversight

Independent governing Board providing strategic and fiduciary oversight.

Financial controls

Segregated project accounts and dual-signatory authorization on every payment.

External audit

Unqualified audit opinions for FY 2022–23, 2023–24 and 2024–25.

Tax compliance

FBR registered taxpayer and withholding agent · NTN 4033977-7.

3 consecutive unqualified audits2 signatories on every payment100% segregated project accounts