DISCUSS
We discuss your project, what you want to achieve, how and by when, including who else needs to be involved and elements that may prove crucial to success.
Co-design is central to my consulting approach. As a client, you will typically provide a brief outlining what you want to achieve and often how you envision the work being done. Having commissioned consulting services myself before becoming a consultant, I value the knowledge and added insight consultants bring. I hope you will welcome my input to enhance your project’s outcomes. When third parties are involved, their early engagement in setting aims and planning is also invaluable.
I apply proven project management methodologies tailored for global health projects, but always within a systems thinking framework. I find approaches like Soft Systems Methodology (SSM) and the Viable Systems Model (VSM) more appropriate for these complex environments than traditional frameworks such as PRINCE2.
I also use modern technologies to facilitate project management, including cloud-based document sharing, online whiteboards, and interactive collaboration tools. I am happy to guide anyone unfamiliar with these tools, using them solely for their practical benefits rather than as a novelty. It is important not to become a prisoner of technology.
Flexibility is key. With effective monitoring, projects can evolve as they progress. Like co-design, change should not be feared — it often leads to better outcomes.
Beyond my experience, I offer a personalised service, listening carefully to your needs and striving to meet them to the best of my ability.
I usually respond to published request for proposals but I also welcome enquiries from clients. I will happily discuss your project with you at no cost. Standard process goes as follow:
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PLAN
I prepare a workplan including cost (potentially modular) with a Gantt chart, milestones, deliverables and a timeline for you to review and provide input. This will be an iterative process.
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INITIATE AND GO
We start with a kick-off meeting to ensure all those involved in the project know what is going to happen, their role and contribution to the project.
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MONITOR
We meet regularly to check on progress, matters arising and ensure we are on time and on budget. Good communication is paramount to good collaboration.
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CLOSE
Once all deliverables are in, we close the project.