Project/Programme Management
Project and programme management involves the planning, executing, and overseeing of projects or programmes to achieve specific objectives within a set timeframe and budget.
While projects are temporary endeavors with a clear beginning and end, programmes are collections of related projects managed in a coordinated way to achieve strategic objectives.
Efficient project and programme management is the cornerstone of successful initiatives. Effective project and programme management ensures that initiatives are completed successfully, delivering the intended value and benefits to stakeholders.
Project/Programme Management Phases
Initiation
This phase involves defining the project or programme at a high level. Key activities include developing a business case, conducting feasibility studies, and identifying key stakeholders. This sets the groundwork for project planning and approval.
Planning
In this phase, detailed plans are created to guide the project/programme execution. This includes defining objectives, scope, timelines, resources, budget, and risk management strategies. The goal is to create a roadmap that ensures all aspects are covered and aligns with the overall strategy.
Execution
This phase is where the work gets done. Resources are allocated, tasks are performed, and deliverables are created according to the project plan. Effective execution requires strong coordination and communication among team members and stakeholders.
Monitoring, controlling and evaluation
Continuous tracking of the project/programmes progress against the plan is crucial. This involves performance measurement, identifying variances, and implementing corrective actions to ensure the project stays on track.
Closure
Once the project/programme objectives are met, this phase involves finalizing all activities, obtaining stakeholder approvals, and formally closing the project. Lessons learned are documented, and a post-implementation review is conducted to assess the outcomes and impact.
Our menu of services under Project/Programme Management
At PRASOL, we offer a range of services to support every phase of project and programme management as follows:
Organizational profile development
We craft comprehensive profiles that highlight your organization’s strengths, capabilities, and achievements, which you can use in proposals and stakeholder communications.
Concept Note/Proposal writing and reviews
We support you in the creating and refining you concept notes and proposals to secure funding and stakeholder buy-in for your projects and programmes.
Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) systems development
We design robust M&E frameworks to track project/programme performance, ensure accountability, and facilitate continuous improvement.
Project evaluations and impact assessments
We conduct thorough evaluations to measure project performance, outcomes, and impact against predefined objectives. This helps in understanding the value delivered and areas for improvement.
Risk management and mitigation
We work with you to identify potential risks early in the project/programme lifecycle and guide you to develop strategies to mitigate these risks, ensuring smooth execution and successful outcomes.
Capacity building and training
We provide tailor-made training, coaching and mentorship to enhance the skills and knowledge of your team members in project and programme management best practices.
Stakeholder engagement and communication
We help you develop strategies for effective stakeholder engagement, networking, and communication to enable you ensure that all parties are informed, involved, and aligned with the project/programme goals.
Project portfolio management
We provide technical advice in a continuous/ accompaniment manner so as to support you manage multiple projects/programmes within your organization to ensure alignment with strategic objectives, optimal resource utilization, and maximum value delivery.
Examples of Our Work in Project/Programme Management
| Assignment | Client | Location |
1. | Summary Evaluation of IGAD Centre of Excellence’s Prevention and Countering Violent Extremism (ICEPCVE) Programme. | IGAD/ICEPCVE | 7 IGAD member states, Tanzania and Rwanda |
2. | External Evaluation of the UN Joint Programme on Local Governance | UN JPLG Somalia | Somalia |
3. | Development of COPAD’s Policy Framework for Cooperation for Peace & Development (COPAD | NRT/AMAYA Triangle | Kenya |
4. | Conflict and Climate Risks Assessment of Moyale Cluster for CBRC. | Chemonics/USAID | Kenya/Ethiopia Border |
5. | Rangelands Management Policy for Isiolo County Government | NRT/AMAYA Triangle | Kenya |
6. | Isiolo County Disaster Risk Reduction Policy County | Government of Isiolo | Kenya |
7. | End Term Evaluation of the Support to Electoral Processes in Kenya (SEPK) Project | UNDP Kenya | Kenya |
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| Market Survey at Bosaaso, Qardho, Garowe and Mogadishu -Resilience | Care International | Somalia |
9. | Feasibility Study on Renewable Energy | Isiolo County Gov’t | Kenya |
10. | Final Evaluation on Increasing Access and Quality of Education in Somalia with special focus on IDPs and girls/women in Somalia | Oxfam Novib | Somalia |
11. | Study on Cash and Protection in Somalia | Danish Refugee Council (DRC) | Somalia |
12. | Review of the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment Report for the Thwake Water Supply and Sanitation Project | Tanathi Water Services Board | Kenya |
13. | Development of a Resettlement Action Plan for the Thwake Water Supply and Sanitation Project | Tanathi Water Services Board | Kenya |
14. | Final Evaluation of the TACKLE Project | Hope Worldwide Kenya | Kenya |
15. | Final Evaluation of the “Gender and Economic Governance Programme” | Women Political Alliance-Kenya | Kenya |
16. | Baseline Survey on Gender and Equality in Laikipia, Marsabit, Isiolo, Wenje Districts | Action Aid International | Kenya |
17. | Verification Exercise of the Caadale Project implemented by SAACID | Medair | Somalia |
18. | Independent External (Mid-term) Evaluation | Transparency International- Kenya | Kenya |
19. | Survey on Factors that Contribute to Early Sexual Activities Among Adolescents: A Case Study of City of Nairobi | Wema Centre | Kenya |
20. | Mid- term Evaluation of ‘Humanitarian Assistance for IDPs and Conflict/ Drought Affected People in South Somalia Project | Solidarités International | Somalia |
21. | The Somalia Constitution Making Support Media and Civic Education | HornAfrik | Somalia |
22. | Technical Assessment of Water Systems (WSPD) | Horn Relief | Somalia |
23. | Final Evaluation of the Strengthening Somali Civil Society through Capacity Building | Oxfam Novib | Somalia |
24. | Midterm Evaluation of “Decrease the Vulnerability of the Population Living in Southern Somalia Project- Bardera | Solidarités International | Somalia |
To get more information or request for our Project/Programme Management services please contact:
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