“Organizational effectiveness is the ability of an organization to fulfill its mission through a blend of sound management, strong governance, and a persistent rededication to achieving results.”

 ORGANIZATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS AND CAPACITY SELF EVALUATION

The self-assessment checklist was developed by Management Strategies to help you assess your organization’s effectiveness and capacity.

Materials adapted from earlier works of the United Way of Minneapolis Area, and the Greater Twin Cities United Way, as well as other nonprofit resources.

If you answered “yes” to most of the questions on the list, your organization shows a high level of effectiveness.  But don’t neglect the questions that prompted you to say “no.” If it was difficult to say “yes” with much conviction, you may have a false sense of security about some aspects of your effectiveness.  Giving appropriate attention to these matters now may ward off major problems later on.  A majority of “no” or “needs improvement” answers should be taken as a signal that organizational effectiveness and capacity are not where they need to be. Let us know how we can be of help.

Also another helpful checklist is: Sarbanesoxley checklist

Management Strategies provides a comprehensive, integrated approach to organizational development and capacity building through board development, strategic planning facilitation, management services and program development and evaluation.  We can be reached at 716-483-6939 or by email at Manst542@aol.com.  Please visit our web site at www.management-strategies.org to learn more about our services. There is no charge for an initial consultation.