About IPF

Trusted and Professional: Institute of Public Finance

The Institute of Public Finance (IPF) is an independent and non-political think tank based in Nairobi, which aspires to further the ideas of open Public Finance Management systems through research, trainings, and capacity strengthening. IPF provides technical assistance to state and non-state actors in order to promote equitable, efficient, and effective public finance management underpinned by Transparency, Accountability and Participation.
Our Vision
Delivering unquestionable evidence for Public Finance Management policy and action.
Our Mission
Providing quality advice and engagement to enhance equity, responsiveness and Transparency, Accountability and Participation (TAP) of Public Finance Management systems.
People: We embrace diversity and treat our employees, our associates, our clients and all our partners with professionalism, dignity, and respect.
Integrity: Our business affairs will always be conducted in accordance with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with all applicable laws.
Courage: We seize available opportunities and take responsibility for our content and opinions.
Relevant: We are creative, relevant, and responsive in the public finance management space.

Our Vision & Mission

about our philosophy

The Institute of Public Finance (IPF) is an independent, and non-political think tank based in Nairobi, which aspires to further the ideas of open Public Finance Management systems through research, trainings, and capacity strengthening.

mission

To be the preeminent public finance think tank, contributing through our research, capacity building and advocacy to the continuous improvement of Kenya’s public Finances.

vision

Our vision is of a Kenya where all of the core principles of public finance are realized:

Public finances are transparent, and information is accessible and released timeously

Citizens participate actively to make their preferences known and to monitor performance

Government officials are held accountable for the decisions they make about public money

Public spending addresses gender and regional inequalities and contributes to greater social cohesion.

Government revenue and spending policies follow clear plans, achieve their targets, and are revised whenever necessary

Government resources are used wisely to deliver maximum value at minimum cost

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We warmly welcome collaboration with organizations that share our vision and values

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