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Programming and Project Formulation Wokshop
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Core Problem Approach
Identify a “core” or central problem
List all the problems related to or stemming from the core problem
Determine which related problems are causes and which are effects of the core problem
Arrange the problems in a cause-effect heirarchy around the core problem
From Problems to Objectives
The Problem Tree provides the basis for:
a) the identification of specific project objectives (by converting problems or constraints into specific objectives)
b) the definition of project activities and outputs (by substituting cause-effect relationships with means-end relationships)
Stakeholder Analysis
Purpose:
to identify those groups who, directly or indirectly, will affect or be affected by a project.
To determine, through consultation, the issues, concerns and information needs of different stakeholders
To estimate the probable impact which various stakeholders will have on the project
To identify measures to enhance stakeholder support for the sustainable development objectives of the project.
Importance of Stakeholder Analysis
Stakeholder Analysis promotes the three necessary conditions for the effective implementation of a project.
Awareness/Comittment: that stakeholders understand and believe in the objectives and implementation strategy of the project.
Capability: that stakeholders believe they can cope with and benefit from the changes which the project is intended to bring
Inclusion: that stakeholders feel they are valued, consulted and part of the change process which the project represents
List stakeholders
Identify and list the stakeholders (individuals, or stakeholder groups, or both)
Transfer them to the left hand column of the chart in order of (perceived) importance
Plan Strategies
Plan your strategies for approaching and involving each person or group.
The estimates in columns 2 to 5 help you to do this.
Your strategy is written in column 6. It usually takes the form of obtaining more information, or of involving the stakeholder in the planning of project activities
Why Use Logical Framework Analysis?
Because it demands clear thinking at the conceptual stage of project formulation
Because it brings together in one place a statement of all the key components of a project
Because it presents them in a systematic, concise and coherent way
Limitations of the LFA
It is not a substitute for other technical, economic, social and environmental analyses. It cannot replace the use of professionally qualified and experienced staff.
Rigidity in project management may arise when objectives and external factors specified during design are over emphasised.
It requires a team process with good leadership and facilitation skills to be effective.
The whole culture of the Logical Framework can be alien in some societies.