BV Case Studies
We believe that nonprofits/NGOs and philanthropic organizations have the unique power to positively impact our world. We work alongside these organizations to nurture and embrace their capabilities, unlocking their potential for infinite possibilities and propelling them to their next level. Below are just a few examples of how we have been able to help our clients assess their challenges and implement successful solutions.
STUDY 1 - EDUCATION FOUNDATION
Background:
- Education Foundation with 2 pending resignations, disgruntled employees and board, poor communication, and lack of clarity between board and staff roles and responsibilities
- Employees: 5-7 employees, 30+ board of directors
Assessment & Planning Process
- Reviewed and assessed job descriptions, roles and responsibilities, human capital structure & org chart
- Conducted employee interviews and surveys
- Compensation review
Strategy Implementation
- Identified and restructured overlaps and gaps in roles and responsibilities for staff and board
- Created new roles and divisions, amended/created job descriptions & org chart
- Strategized on game plan to retain positive aspects of org culture and moved past obstacles
- Team building training and workshops
Impact
- Retained & advanced high capacity staff that were positioned in roles with less responsibility
- Shifted board and staff relations through interactive training and workshops
- Clarified roles and responsibilities for staff and board
- All recommended solutions were implemented in 6 months (in advance of 1 year goal)
STUDY 2 - NPO RESTRUCTURE
Background:
- Restructure and interim CEO for national nonprofit organization
- Employees: 200+
Assessment & Planning Process
- Reviewed and assessed HR policies, manuals, and processes including job roles, duties and descriptions; gap analysis
- Compensation review and performance management review
- Extensive Board review and assessment
Strategy Implementation
- Restructured each division based on funding, identified and restructured gaps in roles and responsibilities for staff
- Established fair pay scale, revamped performance management process around goals and deliverables by department
- Board training and development
Impact
- Successful restructure to leaner and more efficient organization, in line with organization’s mission
- Board trainings over a three year period, including mission retreats, fundraising capacity, financial understanding, governance, and oversight
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