An Assessment of Challenges Faced in Implementing Projects: The Case of Young Women’s Christian Association

Assefa Belay and Halleluya Dessalegn
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International Journal of Economics & Business Administration (IJEBA), 2024, vol. XII, issue 4, 3-23

Abstract: Purpose: The objective of this study is to assess the challenges that Young Women’s Christian Association face in carrying out their projects. Design/methodology/approach: This study has made use of descriptive research design. Mixed research approaches has been adopted to carry out the study. Primary data needed for the study was collected from 33 respondents which are selected using census. Then the data presented quantitatively using descriptive statistics with the help of table, frequency and percentage, mean and standards deviation. Semi-structured interview was also conducted with the 3 project managers and 3 volunteers, and analysed qualitatively. Findings: Based on the finding, it is concluded that for the case of Young Women’s Christian Association, the challenges they face in implementing projects are, lack of financial resources, duration of projects, engagement of stakeholders, human resource shortage, issue of gender, and feminist ideology. Practical implications: This study recommended that they should consider different approaches to make themselves more visible to attract positive publicity and attract more collaborators whether for financial support or human resource support; to look for ways to increase their financial resources outside of donors. Originality/value: The study has practical significance since it clearly states hurdles that is hindeling in the project implementation sphere and shines a light on how they are challenging an organization suchlike Young Women’s Christian Association.

Keywords: Projects; challenges; implementation. (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: G30 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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