Management of Non-Governmental Development Organizations

The Management of Non-Governmental Development Organizations 2nd edition by David Lewis The profile of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in the developing world has increased dramatically over the past two decades. International and local NGOs have moved centre stage in the fight against poverty and are now seen as an important element of '¬~civil society', a concept which has been given increasing importance by global policy makers. Drawing upon current research in non-profit management, development management and management theory, this new edition textbook explores the newly emerging field of the management of development NGOs. By giving equal attention to the activities, relationships and internal structure of the NGO, the author develops a composite approach to NGO management that makes it possible to analyse the distinctive, complex challenges these organizations face. Key issues and debates include: '¬¢ the changing global context of development cooperation '¬¢ trends in international development assistance '¬¢ the issues if NGO accountability, governance and participation '¬¢ the role of partnership between NGOs and the government and business sectors '¬¢ the changing concepts and practices that NGOs work with '¬¢ judging the effectiveness of NGO work '¬¢ organizational culture and organizational learning in NGOs '¬¢ dealing with complexity and uncertainty. With up-to-date case studies throughout, this second edition of The Management of Non-Governmental Development Organizations is essential reading for all students, academics and professionals concerned with NGO management.Lewis, David is the author of 'Management of Non-Governmental Development Organizations ', published 2006 under ISBN 9780415370936 and ISBN 0415370930.