What is StakeholderEngagement?
• - A systematic process of involving
stakeholders in decision-making
• - Key to project success and long-term
sustainability
• - Enhances transparency, trust, and
accountability
3.
Types of Stakeholders
•- Internal Stakeholders: employees,
management, board members
• - External Stakeholders: customers, suppliers,
community, government
• - Primary vs. Secondary stakeholders
• - Direct vs. Indirect stakeholders
4.
Importance of Stakeholder
Engagement
•- Promotes better decision-making and risk
management
• - Encourages stakeholder ownership and
commitment
• - Improves communication and collaboration
• - Increases project efficiency and effectiveness
5.
Steps in StakeholderEngagement
• - 1. Identify stakeholders
• - 2. Analyze their interests and influence
• - 3. Develop engagement strategies
• - 4. Communicate and consult regularly
• - 5. Monitor and evaluate engagement
effectiveness
Tools for StakeholderEngagement
• - Stakeholder maps and matrices
• - Communication plans
• - Feedback mechanisms
• - Online platforms and collaboration tools
• - Engagement logs and reports
8.
Challenges and Solutions
•- Challenge: Conflicting interests → Solution:
Prioritization and negotiation
• - Challenge: Lack of trust → Solution:
Transparent communication
• - Challenge: Stakeholder fatigue → Solution:
Targeted and meaningful engagement
• - Challenge: Limited resources → Solution:
Efficient planning and leveraging technology
9.
Case Study Example
•- Case: Community involvement in school
curriculum reform
• - Approach: Stakeholder mapping, community
workshops, feedback loops
• - Outcome: Increased support, relevant
curriculum design, improved implementation
10.
Conclusion & KeyTakeaways
• - Stakeholder engagement is essential for
sustainable success
• - It requires strategic planning and ongoing
communication
• - Tailor approaches to stakeholder needs and
project goals
• - Engagement builds trust, innovation, and
resilience