There are certain qualities that NGO professionals must possess in order to make a mark in their work, while also motivating their team to work for the betterment of the communities they serve. Here, we discuss some of these qualities: Effective communicators Effective leaders are always good communicators, so is true in the case of… [Read More]
Why Organizational Chart is important for an NGO?
Organizational charts give a pictorial representation of the functioning styles of your NGO. It provides a graphic view of the hierarchical system and the levels of responsibility in an organization. It is relevant to present an organizational chart because it gives a quick, bird’s-eye view of the management structure of an NGO. Organizational charts are… [Read More]
We use volunteers for some of our projects, do they need contracts of any sort?
It is always a good idea to provide volunteer ‘agreements’ with individuals who are working with you on an unpaid basis. This helps to clarify expectations of the volunteer role and required tasks from the NGO point of view, the reporting lines, the expected hours of work, and confirmation that the role is unpaid or… [Read More]
What is the Logic Model used in the Results-based Management approach?
Sometimes referred to as the results chain, the Logic Model is a representation of the cause and effect relationships between the activities, outputs, and results of a policy or program. A Logic Model has six levels (inputs, activities, outputs, results, immediate, intermediate results and ultimate results), each representing a distinct step in the logic of… [Read More]
Is it necessary to always produce an annual financial report?
As part of transparency to donors, you should always produce annual accounts which ideally, should be independently audited. These should be visible on the NGO website for any donor to see. The narrative version in the form of an Annual Review does not have to be written every year, but it is good practice to… [Read More]
What’s the nomination process for Democracy Award 2020 (Kosovo)?
To complete the nomination process, please make sure that you have completed and submitted the following documents: Completed Nomination Form; Accompanying documents (written articles and references for the nominee, etc.); For non-governmental organizations, a copy of the registration certificate; For unregistered initiatives a proof on the operation of the initiative. For other entities, a copy… [Read More]
Have applications opened for the Teach for India Fellowship?
Yes, applications for The Teach for India Fellowship have opened. And, The deadline to submit applications is 14-Mar-2021. What is Teach for India Fellowship? Teach for India Fellowship is an opportunity for India’s brightest and most promising youth, from the nation’s best universities and workplaces, to serve as full-time teachers to children from low-income communities… [Read More]
Hello there! Would you please inform me about AmplifyChange Network Grants whether they are open for applications?
Hi Friend, yes, applications are now open for the AmplifyChange Network Grant to contribute to the development of stronger and more inclusive movements advocating for Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) in sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia and Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Themes Eliminating gender-based violence, including sexual violence, female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C)… [Read More]
Hi, applications are open for ‘Racial Equity 2030’, may I know what this program is all about?
Racial Equity 2030 is a global challenge in honour of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation’s 90th anniversary. It is a call for bold solutions to drive an equitable future for children, their families and communities. This $90 million challenge seeks ideas from anywhere in the world and will scale them over the next decade to transform… [Read More]
Africa needs a more concerted effort to empower women. Can you guide me with any grant opportunity that supports African women’s rights?
Yes, there is a grant opportunity from Urgent Action Fund-Africa that is expanding its support to feminist and women’s rights, environmental and climate justice defenders, organizations and movements working towards the advancement of natural resources governance and climate justice work. Well, Urgent Action Fund-Africa is investing in women’s power to change the status quo! They… [Read More]
