5 steps to align your new NGO's Projects with Organizational Strategy

??"A goal properly set is halfway reached." - Zig Ziglar

?(an American author, salesman, and motivational speaker.)

If you are a new NGO with a mission to make the world a better place to live in but need help figuring out where to start, don't worry. You are not the only one; we've got you!

First, congratulate yourself for taking a stand, and then buckle up because we are here to guide you through your new journey towards betterment.?

We understand that it can sometimes be challenging to align your new projects with your organization's strategies, as there is so much to do, but you have to be precise as to what you're looking for and working towards.

Here are the top 5 steps to align your projects with your organization's strategies:?

1. ?Set a clear Mission and Vision:

Before starting any project, it is essential to get acquainted with the mission, vision, and values of your NGO. Set your thematic areas and goals that you want to achieve from your upcoming projects. People out there are willing to help, but you need to understand what you are offering them in return before you contact them. This step is the foundation for aligning projects contributing to your organization's strategic direction.

2. Define strategic goals:?

Defining strategic goals can be troublesome sometimes. If not crafted well enough, it can be too complicated or lengthy for your stakeholders to understand. Your strategic goals will come in handy while crafting your organization's activities and projects. Make sure to define your strategic goals, as they will guide your employees and stakeholders while crafting projects that align with your mission and goals.?

3. Create a framework for project selection:?

Now that you've set your mission and strategic goals start working on the framework for your projects. The framework includes criteria such as the project's big idea, feasibility, and sustainability, alignment with your mission and goals. The availability of the required resources for the project is essential for the framework. You can assess and select projects for your NGOs based on these criteria.??

4. Choose the Suited Projects:

You're almost there! Now comes the part where your understanding of the values of your NGO and your existing and targeted community comes in handy. After all the alignment, it is necessary that your projects can deliver the needful impact. Choose projects relevant to your NGO and impactful for the community you're trying to cater to.?

5. Review, readjust and repeat:

And now the game begins! As a new NGO, make sure to stay consistent and adaptable. It's a process of trial and error. What worked for some other NGO might not work for you. Choose your projects and see if they deliver the desirable outcomes or not. Your project will align more with your strategies as you learn and gain experience along the way. So, make sure to review, readjust and repeat. ?

Now that you've followed all the steps, you're all set! Ensure your NGO and its mission work towards the impact-oriented project to improve our world.