Collaborative Project Management in Strategic Non-Profit Partnerships
Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia
Publisher: NEYA Global Publishing
Article | NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies
Year: 2025
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5669-1676
DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-strprtnclb-05
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About the Article
Collaborative project management is a cornerstone of effective strategic partnerships in the non-profit sector. This article examines the principles and practices essential for coordinating joint initiatives, including comprehensive planning, equitable resource sharing, clearly defined roles and responsibilities, and robust coordination and oversight mechanisms. Drawing on theoretical frameworks from project management and inter-organizational collaboration, the study highlights strategies to enhance efficiency, transparency, and accountability in multi-stakeholder initiatives. Illustrative examples, such as environmental non-profits partnering with technology companies, healthcare organizations collaborating with pharmaceutical firms, and community-based educational projects, demonstrate how structured management practices translate into tangible social impact. Practical challenges, including unclear objectives, resource imbalances, ambiguous roles, and coordination difficulties, are addressed with evidence-based recommendations. The article provides actionable guidance for non-profit practitioners while contributing to academic understanding of collaborative management in complex social contexts.
Key Topics
- Collaborative project management
- Strategic partnerships
- Non-profit organizations
- Coordination
- Resource sharing
- Roles and responsibilities
- Project planning
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Collaborative Project Management in Strategic Non-Profit Partnerships. NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies. Neya Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-strprtnclb-04
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