The challenge of institutional change : a practical guide for development consultants
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The challenge of institutional change : a practical guide for development consultants
Royal Tropical Institute, c1999
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 83-86)
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Institutional development (ID) is seen as a way to build strong civil societies - a precondition for good governance and sustainable change in developing counties. Organizations and institutions are needed in which people feel at home, motivated and committed. This, plus the importance of organizational development (OD) in the West, have focused attention on development consultants. A close look, however, shows ID to be both a vague concept and an approach that requires new skills.Beginning from general conclusions of studies of the International Association of Briefing Centers, this book goes on to explore the concept and its issues for developing societies and for local or international consultants. The emphasis is on practical guidance to facilitate effective implementation while recognizing and dealing with ID dilemmas.ID is multilevel and multifaceted, involving staff capacity building, OD and sector improvement plus national and international change. In this new process approach, being a good technician is no longer sufficient. The consultant is called upon to become an advisor, and needs to see change in new ways. Development demands creating linkages, adapting existing rules while respecting tradition, and understanding power. The position, role and skills of the advisor are critical, as is one's attitude: tools can help, but understanding, creativity, empathy and faith in clients are what really matter. ID is a creative adventure!
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