IMPACT Training Program for Local Government Leaders of Zhytomyr Oblast
Lecture 7: Project Management
Date: February 18, 2025, 15:00-17:00
Topics:
- Project management during application writing.
- Strategies and tools for effective project supervision, implementation and monitoring.
- Group activity to create a task list for a specific application.
Speakers: Oleksiy Kolesnikov, Anna Beitane
Video lecture https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4seM-u6mG8c&feature=youtu.be
This lecture will help participants understand the key principles of project management in the field of local government. You will learn how to properly formulate project goals, assess risks, and engage stakeholders.
Particular attention will be paid to practical monitoring and reporting tools that increase the chances of successful completion of initiatives. In the format of interactive work, participants will be able to develop their own roadmaps for effective project management.
Here are some interesting aspects and resources that may be useful for deeper understanding and practical application:
1. Modern approaches to project management in local self-government in Ukraine
Project approach to the management of territorial communities: The implementation of the project approach allows territorial communities to effectively implement strategic goals and attract additional resources. This is especially important in the context of military challenges, where it is necessary to quickly adapt to changes and effectively use available resources.
Innovative project management tools: The use of modern methods and tools, such as PRINCE2 and MSP, promotes a structured approach to project management, including clear planning, stage control, and resource management.
2. Digital tools for project management in local self-government in Ukraine
Worksection: Ukrainian online project management service that easily integrates with Google services, CRM systems, Slack, and Telegram. More than 1000 companies use Worksection to manage their projects. (
Microsoft Project: A powerful project management tool with various display formats, resource management, and integration with Microsoft 365.
Trello and Asana: Popular tools for organizing tasks and tracking their progress, which are widely used in various fields, including local government.
3. Educational resources and courses
Project Management course on the Knowledge Management Portal: This course covers the development of the concept of state, regional, and local development projects, evaluation of concepts according to certain criteria, communication with experts and the public, and organization of the project team.
Practical manuals and scientific publications: The study of scientific articles and manuals on project management in local government will help to better understand the theoretical foundations and practical aspects of this area.
4. Real cases and experience of communities
Implementation of project management in local councils: Implementing a project management policy, creating databases with organized information, document templates, tools, and methodologies helps to achieve efficiency in the implementation of local initiatives.
Experience of communities in the face of military challenges: The use of a project-based approach to community management facilitates rapid response to challenges and effective infrastructure restoration.
Studying these resources and approaches will help local government leaders effectively manage projects, attract the necessary resources, and achieve strategic community development goals.
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For additional information, please contact the Zhytomyr Regional Development Agency: office 401.1, S.P. Korolyova Square, Zhytomyr, 10003, Ukraine or by phone +38 098 579 32 39, +38 093 43 79 613.