Publications – Books, Articles, Scientific Communications
Introduction
Discover a selection of books, articles, and scientific communications by Dr Emmanuel EVAH‑MANGA, dedicated to public governance, decentralisation, and territorial policies.
SECTION 1 — Books and Academic Contributions
Books dedicated to decentralisation, public governance, territorial dynamics, and change management in the public sector, published as part of my research work and institutional support missions.
Public Governance and Territorial Management
A comprehensive work exploring the evolution of public governance, decentralisation processes, and territorial management models across diverse national contexts.
Financial Governance and Local Public Management
An analytical contribution examining financial governance mechanisms, performance management, and the modernisation of local public administration.
A Foundational Work on Decentralisation
A reference book presenting an original model for operationalising decentralisation. It highlights the human, political, and organisational dimensions of territorial change, and provides concrete tools to progressively engage stakeholders. Positioned at the crossroads of academic analysis and professional practice.
An Operational Guide for Public‑Service Activity Reporting
A practical guide designed to structure, analyse, and present the activity reports of territorial public services. It offers a simple, reproducible methodology tailored to the management and performance requirements of local governments.
A Practical Guide to Leading Change in Public Services
A practical guide for managing change within public services. It demonstrates that the progressive enrolment of stakeholders is possible, provided each step of the process is respected and grounded in context, methods, tools, and real‑world feedback.
SECTION 2 — Articles and Scientific Papers
2.1 – Scientific Articles (CNFPT / Wikiterritorial / IISA / Journals)
A selection of scientific articles, academic works, and professional contributions dedicated to public governance, decentralisation, public finance, and territorial management.
Decentralisation and Territorial Reforms
An academic analysis of decentralisation processes, institutional reforms, and the redistribution of roles and responsibilities between levels of government.
Public Finance and Local Governance
A study on financial governance, budgetary strategies, and the challenges faced by local authorities in managing public resources.
Article 1 — The Role and Practice of External Audit in Territorial Governance
CNFPT – Wikiterritorial (2014) An analysis of the strategic role of external audit in local governance and the conditions required for its effective integration into territorial management practices.
Article 2 — Initiating and Disseminating a Management Control System in a Local Authority
CNFPT – Wikiterritorial (2014) An operational methodology for establishing a sustainable management control system in a medium‑sized municipality, articulating tools, actors, and change‑management processes.
Article 3 — Decentralisation in Africa: A Comparative Sub‑Regional Approach
CNFPT – Encyclopédie Wikiterritorial (2014) A comparative study of decentralisation models across African sub‑regions, highlighting the institutional dynamics specific to each territorial context.
(Original CNFPT link available on the Encyclopédie Wikiterritorial platform.)
Article 4 — Decentralisation and Regionalisation: Bringing the State Closer to Citizens
IISA – International Conference (2013) An analysis of the modes of devolving competencies and resources to strengthen local governance and bring public action closer to citizens.
Article 5 — ABC/ABM Method Applied to Local Authorities
(2006) A presentation of an innovative method for analysing costs and activities to improve territorial steering and resource allocation.
Article 6 — Political Rationality and Managerial Rationality: Two Worlds That Ignore Each Other
Les Cahiers du Management Territorial – La Lettre du Cadre Territorial (2005) A study of the tensions between political logics and managerial logics within local authorities.
Article 7 — Territorial Management Control: From Technical Factors to Human Dimensions
(Year not specified) An exploration of the human dimensions of territorial management control, beyond technical tools and procedures.
2.2 – Doctoral Thesis
PhD Thesis — Management Control in Local Authorities: A Maieutic Approach?
University of Nice Sophia Antipolis – 2003 – 600 pages
A landmark doctoral work analysing the foundations, limitations, and future perspectives of territorial management control. It articulates theory, practice, and organisational complexity to shed light on the conditions under which management control can meaningfully support local public governance.
2.3 – Professional Reports and Academic Studies
Professional Reports and Studies
Preparation of financial diagnostics, organisational analyses, and strategic recommendations for several local authorities (Departmental Council, Municipality of Olivet, and others). These applied studies combine analytical rigour, field expertise, and operational guidance to support decision‑making, strengthen governance, and improve the performance of territorial public services.
Academic Studies
Research work on financial‑market reforms, interest‑rate management, LMBO mechanisms, and employee‑led business takeovers.
These academic contributions explore the evolution of financial practices and organisational models, bridging theoretical analysis with real‑world applications.
2.4 – International Conferences and Seminars
Participation in International Conferences
Presentations on public governance, decentralisation, public finance, and territorial management delivered in several national and international institutions (IISA, IMPGT, Ministry of Finance, AFIGESE, Universities, specialised institutes, and others).
These contributions highlight key issues in territorial governance and public‑sector transformation, combining academic insight with extensive professional experience across diverse institutional contexts.
SECTION 3 — Communications / International Conferences
Presentations and contributions delivered in international conferences dedicated to public governance, decentralisation, public finance, and territorial management.
These interventions reflect a combination of academic expertise and extensive professional experience, addressing key issues in the evolution of public action, territorial reforms, and institutional transformation across diverse national and international contexts.
IISA – African Forum (Yaoundé, 2013)
Theme: Decentralisation and Regionalisation – Modes of Competence Devolution, Role Allocation, and Resource Distribution
A contribution exploring the mechanisms through which competencies, roles, and resources are devolved within decentralisation and regionalisation reforms.
Ministry of Finance (Paris)Theme: Good Governance in Public Finance at the Global Level
A presentation on the principles and challenges of good governance in public finance worldwide.
AFIGESE Regular participation in the annual AFIGESE meetings dedicated to public policies, local finance, and territorial management.
Universities and Specialised Institutes: Presentations delivered at Paris‑Sud, Pau, École des Ponts et Chaussées, Sciences Po, IIR, Forum for Urban Management, and other institutions.
SECTION 4 — Institutional Work / Reports / Diagnostics
4.1 – Institutional Reports and Diagnostics
Financial Diagnostic – Municipality of Olivet A comprehensive analysis of the municipality’s financial situation, identifying key findings and formulating recommendations to strengthen financial governance.
Diagnostic Report – Departmental Council A structured report developed jointly with departmental teams, presenting findings, issues, and operational recommendations.
Studies on Financial‑Market Reforms and Interest‑Rate Management Academic work examining financial‑market reform mechanisms and interest‑rate management strategies.
4.2 – Applied Research / Academic Studies
LMBO – Employee‑Led Business Takeovers An in‑depth study of Leverage Management Buy Out mechanisms and the conditions required for successful employee‑led business takeovers.
Interest‑Rate Management – Paris‑Dauphine University An analysis of interest‑rate management strategies and financial arbitrage within public organisations.
4.3 – Works in Progress / Future Contributions
Humanistic Good Governance in Local Authorities
A forthcoming book dedicated to humanistic principles of local governance and innovative models for territorial management.
SECTION 5 — Videos
Intro Paragraph
Discover four video excerpts illustrating our international engagements:
a synthesis report, two television interviews, and a presentation of Dr Emmanuel EVAH‑MANGA.