Building on the results and lessons of this first phase of GCF readiness, the NDA is requesting additional funds from the GCF to maximize the uptake at national and sub-national levels. The readiness support programme will include activities to: a) enhance NDA’s capacity by strengthening transparent decision-making process in furtherance of country programming and institutionalizing role in climate finance monitoring, reporting and verification; b) develop partnership strategy to guide engagement with accredited and partner entities on access to climate-related finance; c) assist Ghana in developing a gender-responsive country programme including climate change adaptation and mitigation actions aligned with agreed national priorities, and d) build on initial engagements with private sector (both in Ghana and internationally) and other stakeholder engagement to ensure their productive and effective participation in climate financing.