Christchurch Ignite Change – Empowering Local Non-Profit Organisations (NPO)
A day of collaboration & learning.
The PMINZ Christchurch branch is organizing a Project Management Celebration Day on 25 November this year. This celebration is designed to unite volunteers from diverse industries, harnessing their collective expertise and knowledge to aid non-profit organizations in addressing project management challenges.
At the heart of a strong community lies a thriving non-profit sector. These organisations often face daunting challenges, such as limited resources, high demand, and insufficient funding. Consequently, many struggle to achieve their desired outcomes and lack the professional guidance, capacity, or capabilities to step back and consider the most effective and efficient approach to do so.
On this exceptional day, non-profits and Project Management Professionals join forces to delve into critical problems and explore potential opportunities, crafting comprehensive plans to harness their potential. It is a transformative one-day community event designed to bridge this gap. Project Managers, Business Analysts, other Business Professionals and students will come together to provide pro-bono advisory services to local Charities and non-profit organisations.
At the Ignite Change event, non-profits receive invaluable pro bono advisory services from Project Managers and other dedicated business professionals. By collaborating closely with non-profits, consulting teams help scope projects, define clear outcomes and a plan to support non-profits achieve their goals, helping non-profits gain the momentum needed to tackle their initiatives head-on.
NPO’ benefits
· Free Expertise: Receive personalized support from Project Managers and Business Professionals, free of charge.
· Tailored Solutions: Address unique needs with an outside perspective and customized assistance.
· Community Empowerment: Unlock the non-profit’s potential for greater community impact by harnessing the knowledge and skills of our volunteers.
The event is designed to help non-profit organizations:
· Identify challenges and opportunities.
· Generate creative and practical solutions to address problems and leverage opportunities.
· Create manageable action plans for implementation.
Examples of areas that can be covered include strategic planning, volunteer management, digital transformation, fundraising, operational improvements, and event planning. Within these areas, the assistance that you can expect from the consultants includes:
· Facilitating definition of a high-level business case
· Defining high level project scope
· Conducting risk assessments; or
· Assisting with other project management activities
What happens on the day?
On the day of the event, a dedicated team of consultants will collaborate closely with the NPO to address their unique challenges or initiatives.
By the conclusion of the event, each NPO will have accomplished the following:
• Problem or Initiative Clarity: Gain a clear understanding of the problem or initiative they’re facing.
• Practical Action Plan: Develop a practical plan to effectively address the identified problem or initiative.
• Expert Consultation: Benefit from the expertise of seasoned consultants who will provide valuable insights.
• Tailored Roadmap: Receive a customized roadmap outlining the steps necessary to implement the solution.
Throughout the event, a team of four expert coaches will be available to offer additional guidance and support for the various initiatives.
The program is structured to offer the NPO:
· 4.25 hours of valuable free consulting time
· 1 hour of sharing and discussion
· 1 hour for refreshments and networking
· 0.5 hours allocated for opening and closure activities.
· 0.5 hours of pure entertainment and enjoyment (yet to be confirmed)
Registration – you must register ASAP!
· NPO’s registration form
· Consultants’ registration form
