Implementation

Work plans and budgets

Implementation in the context of the CSA means the implementation of the work plan the group has developed and finally being able to put into practice the ideas and plans the group has developed. It is good practice for work plans to be underpinned by a strong theory of change and long-term objectives as well as supported by a logframe. It may be that you have already been undertaking ad-hoc activities or organised key events to raise the profile of the CSA. However, once an agreed plan is in place more attention can be paid to the way in which activities are implemented and how tasks are allocated within the group. This means keeping up the regular, clear communication that has been developed and ensuring that any issues or problems are dealt with clearly and transparently.

Commitment to transparency means that when there is a query information is shared and accessible. The feedback loop is vital to this in that when activities are undertaken all those involved should be able to feedback and offer insights on the positive and negative aspects of the work. For example, community members should be consulted as to their perception of an event or activity. Was it timely? Did they feel the issues they are most concerned about were expressed? How could it have been improved? What was the impact?