Project management and social
welfare management process
Dr. Saidur Rahman
Importance of Project management
1. Clear Goal Definition and Direction
2. Efficient Resource Utilization
3. Improved Planning and Scheduling
4. Risk Management
5. Better Communication and Collaboration
6. Quality Control and Consistency
7. Budget Control and Cost Management
8. Stakeholder Satisfaction
9. Increased Productivity and Efficiency
10. Enhances Decision-Making
11. Ensures Successful Project Completion
Qualities of project managers
1. Leadership Skills
2. Communication Skills
3. Problem-Solving Ability
4. Time Management
5. Adaptability & Flexibility
6. Team Management & Collaboration
7. Risk Management
8. Budget & Resource Management
9. Stakeholder Management
10. Attention to Detail
Social welfare management process
• Goal setting
• Planning
• Controlling
• Staffing
• Directing
• Supervising
• Coordinating
1. Goal Setting
Definition: Goal setting involves identifying specific
objective that the organization aims to achieve within
a defined period.
Key Aspects:
• Goals should be SMART (Specific, Measurable,
Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound).
• Helps provide direction and purpose to the
organization.
• Aligns efforts across different departments.
• Can be short-term or long-term depending on the
strategic needs.
Examples:
• Increase fish production by 40% in the next two years.
2. Planning
• Definition: Planning involves setting objectives, defining strategies, who,
why, how, when, for whom and outlining tasks to achieve organizational
goals.
Key Steps:
• Identify goals (short-term and long-term).
• Analyze available resources and constraints.
• Develop strategies and action plans.
• Set performance benchmarks and success indicators.
Types of Planning:
• Strategic Planning – Long-term vision and overall direction.
• Tactical Planning – Medium-term plans focusing on specific departments
or functions.
• Operational Planning – Short-term, day-to-day activities to implement
plans.
Pre-condition of good planning
• Should be upper three types.
• Sources of fund
• Supervision and monitoring.
3. Staffing
Staffing involves recruiting, selecting, training, and
retaining the right people for the organization.
Key Steps:
• Identify workforce needs and create job descriptions.
• Recruit and select suitable candidates.
• Train employees for skill enhancement.
• Retain talent through motivation, rewards, and career
development.
Importance:
• Best performance, good quality of production, job
satisfaction.
4. Leading (Directing)
Leading focuses on guiding, motivating, and
influencing employees to achieve objectives.
Key Steps:
• Communicate goals clearly.
• Provide motivation and encouragement.
• Foster teamwork and collaboration.
• Make decisions and solve conflicts.
Key Elements:
• Autocratic, democratic, etc.
5. Controlling (Monitoring & Evaluation)
Controlling ensures that actual performance aligns with
planned objectives and takes corrective actions if
necessary.
Key Steps:
• Set performance standards and expectations.
• Monitor and measure actual performance.
• Take corrective actions to ensure efficiency and
effectiveness.
Examples:
• If fish productions are not achieved, analyze reasons
and adjust strategies.
6. Supervising
Supervising is the ongoing process of overseeing
employees’ work and ensuring tasks are
completed correctly and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
• Ensure employees follow company policies and
procedures.
• Provide necessary guidance and support.
• Monitor work progress and give feedback.
Importance:
• Helps in early identification of problems.
• Ensures employees stay focused and productive.
7. Coordinating
Coordinating ensures that different departments, teams,
and individuals work harmoniously to achieve common
goals.
Key Elements
• Aligning tasks and processes between different teams.
• Promoting
collaboration
and
effective
communication.
• Resolving conflicts and ensuring a smooth workflow.
• Internal and external resources.