The Organisation
The Global Water Partnership Organisation (GWPO) is an Intergovernmental Organisation (IGO) that supports the Global Water Partnership (the network) in advancing water governance and mobilising climate-resilient investments.
Established in 2002 by its Sponsoring Partners – the World Bank, the World Meteorological Organisation, and the Governments of Sweden, the Netherlands, Denmark, Chile, Hungary, Jordan, Pakistan and Argentina, GWPO provides strategic leadership and strengthens collaboration across GWP’s Regional and Country Water Partnerships. Mr. Alex Simalabwi serves as the CEO of GWPO and Executive Secretary of GWP. The Executive Secretary reports to the Steering Committee, chaired by Hon. Pablo Bereciartua, and is supported with expert guidance from a Technical Committee, chaired by Ms. Jaehyang So. GWP is overseen by its Sponsoring Partners, its ultimate governing body. The Global Secretariat, currently based in Stockholm, coordinates programmes, partnerships, and advocacy efforts.