Getting project inception right - the case for a dedicated inception lead
The international development sector has a big challenge. It's forgotten that every successful project takes time to set the scene, build...
What is the evidence for leadership and team effectiveness?
Research is now showing that our assumptions about what makes teams work well are often wrong. We need to look at the evidence again.
Strategy isn't about growth
Why is it important for businesses to grow? How frequently have you found yourself in a strategy discussion where the fundamental premise...
Reimagining technical assistance: will Covid-19 change delivery?
The final blog in our series on technical assistance explores the effect of the pandemic on the pace of change in the sector. Will...
Reimagining technical assistance: from capacity substitution to capacity development
How to move the discussion on technical assistance away from something provided by ‘development’ organisations, and towards technical...
Reimagining technical assistance: what role should technical advisers have in supporting government
Exploring the different roles of technical advisors in supporting governments – and the challenges in shifting towards a facilitator...
Governance in a joined-up world?
Ben French sets out three opportunities for the way the merger of the UK Foreign & Commonwealth Office and the Department for...
Navigating new dynamics
Sandra Naranjo and Ben French discuss the changing dynamics between donors and recipient national governments Disparities between...
A little listening goes a long way
Exploring the importance of interpersonal skills in international development All governments are changing, all the time. They change to...
Reimagining technical assistance: the people we need
Technical advisors play one of three roles when supporting governments; doers, partners or facilitators. Each of these roles requires a...