Intermediate level · Module 4: Stakeholder Engagement and Accountability · Lesson 3 of 3
Donors, Partners and Coordination
Keep funders and partners informed and working together.
In this lesson you will
- Communicate with donors professionally
- Coordinate with partners and other actors
Key concepts
donor communicationearly warning of problemspartnership agreementscoordination meetings
The lesson
Communicate regularly with donors; raise problems early with a proposed solution.
Partnership agreements set roles, responsibilities, funds and reporting.
Attend coordination meetings to avoid duplication and share information.
Step by step
- Plan donor updates.
- Draft a delay notification.
- Outline a partnership agreement.
- Map coordination forums.
Practice activity
Write the donor and partner engagement plan.
Expected result: A clear, practical engagement plan.
Check your understanding
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When should donors hear about problems?
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Early, with a proposed solution.
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Why attend coordination meetings?
Show answer
To avoid duplication and share information.
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