Policy-making is not a ‘paint-by-numbers‘ process. Being clear about the structural elements of an organisational policy however, helps both policy writers and users to focus their attention on the purposes served and outcomes sought from working within the policy guidance. This post follows on from my two previous posts on Organisational Policy, and is effectively… Continue reading Elements of organisational policy
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Meaningful connections
As we head into the festive season, we re-prioritise family and friends and look to spend ‘quality time’ with them. It’s also a time when we take stock, and resolve to improve various aspects of our lives – not least our working lives. In discussing the importance of effective workplace communications with one of my… Continue reading Meaningful connections
Learning from others’ mistakes Part 4 – Red Cross and Plan International
Hard on the heels of the Oxfam admissions last week, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and Plan International have also uncovered sexual misconduct by some of their staff. ICRC director-general Yves Daccord issued a statement on 23 February, advising that 21 staff members have resigned or been fired since 2015 after violating policy by paying for… Continue reading Learning from others’ mistakes Part 4 – Red Cross and Plan International
‘Carrots, Sticks and Sermons’ – sorting policy types
If public and governance policies were the only types we had to deal with there might be less confusion, however in associations, charities and other not-for-profit organisations we also use the term ‘policy’ in other ways