Tool 12 – Download here Aim of the tool To capture the degree of influence and level of interest of each stakeholder over the relevant issues or possible objectives of the MSP. When to use it? Issue exploration and shared language stage: This tool can be used when initiating an MSP, but also to review aContinue reading “Stakeholder Analysis”
Category Archives: Shared language
World Café
Tool 13 – Download here Aim of the tool To collect and link ideas on a topic of mutual interest.When to use it? Shared language phase – to share ideas, experiences, stories or project results; to solve problems; to plan.
Problem Tree
Tool 14 – Download here Aim of the tool Create a structural analysis of the causes and effects of an issue or problem. When to use it? Problem tree analysis is very useful in planning processes. It fits well in the Shared Language stage of MSPs.
Timeline
Tool 15 – Download here Aim of the tool To promote participatory reflection on trends and developments and to link events with strategic planning. When to use it? Early phase of a MSP. Issue exploration and shared language.
Force Field Analysis
Tool 16 Aim of the tool: To identify and assess the strengths of the various forces influencing a desired change both supportive and restraining When to use it? This tool can be used at the design or evaluation state of an intervention or for decision making on organizational changes
Context Immersions
Tool 17 – Download here Aim of the tool To immerse in stakeholders’ work or daily routines, in order to have an in depth examination of their perspectives and experiences. This provides new insights and informal intuition. When to use it? Shared language phase – to build understanding of the realities of particular stakeholder groups.
SWOT Analysis
Tool 18 – Download here Aim of the tool To set achievable goals by identifying the key internal and external factors seen as important to achieving them.When to use it? Appropriate in many phases of an MSP. In particular, for strategy formulation and review/M&E.
Delphi
Tool 19 – Download here Aim of the tool To explore and clarify issues, identify areas of agreement and disagreement, and try to reach a consensus among experts on the issue at stake.When to use it? In the early phases of an MSP to clarify specific issues, or in a later phase to make a well-considered decisionContinue reading “Delphi”
Visual Reminders
Tool 20 – Download here Aim of the tool To visualize information and ideas in an organized and creative way.When to use it? It can be used at any stage as part of group work or individual reflection.
Cynefin Framework
Tool 21 – Download here Aim of the tool To help participants understand the level of complexity of a situation and to explore the implications for intervention strategies. When to use it? This tool can be used in different phases of an MSP, but particularly at a moment when strategies for change are discussed.