Services
We draw on latest developments in the private and public sectors, but we know that all consultancy in the nonprofit sector has to be based on an understanding of the special characteristics of the sector:
- Objectives are hard to specify precisely
- Impact is difficult to measure
- Organisations are accountable to many different stakeholders
- Governance structures are complex
- Voluntarism is an essential ingredient
- Values have to be cherished.
Consultancy in the sector also has to be delivered in ways that reflect both the culture of the sector as a whole and the unique culture of each organisation.
We offer seven main services.
Governance
We work with Chairs to:
- Review the performance of the board
- Establish systems for giving structured feedback
- Clarify board and management relationships
- Re-structure boards and committees
- Give performance feedback to board members.
Evaluations
We work with organisations to:
- Evaluate the effectiveness of services
- Recommend ways of increasing impact
- Research new opportunities
Mission and Strategy
We work with boards and senior managers to:
- Establish and clarify strategic direction
- Create inspiring strategic plans
- Prepare ambitious and realistic business and operational plans.
Alliances and Mergers
We work with organisations to:
- Explore merger and integration opportunities
- Prepare and evaluate options
- Chair working groups.
Performance Management
We work with chief executives and senior managers to:
- Shout about success by articulating their organisations' achievements in compelling ways
- Strengthen systems for monitoring and managing strategic performance
- Benchmark performance and processes.
Structure and Processes
We work with Chief Executives to:
- Develop management structures and processes
- Review and re-organise senior management teams
- Strengthen team relationships.
Facilitation
We work with Chairs and Chief Executives to:
- Plan and deliver powerful and effective away-days
- Facilitate meetings of boards and senior management teams
- Provide independent chairmanship for partnerships and alliances.