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SPR-14

Accountability and Ownership

Purpose

To connect weekly activity with longer-term goals, growth, and career direction.

The Performance Review Actions

Review Questions Response Guide

1: Not accountable — You avoided ownership of results.
2: Slightly accountable — You took limited responsibility.
3: Moderately accountable — You accepted responsibility for routine work.
4: Highly accountable — You owned your commitments and followed through.
5: Exceptionally accountable — You took full ownership and proactively resolved issues.

Review Questions

Question 1:

How accountable were you for your commitments and results this week?

Question 2:

Did you take responsibility for your results?

Question 3:

Did you compare progress with the programme objectives or indicators?

Question 4:

Did you communicate problems promptly?

Question 5:

What ownership action will you take next?

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Response Review

IF-THEN ANALYSIS OF RESPONSE BASED ON HOW MANY TIMES EACH OPTION (1 - 5) IS SELECTED

Level 1: Not accountable — Most responses are 1, showing serious ownership gaps.
Level 2: Slightly accountable — Most responses are 2, showing inconsistent ownership.
Level 3: Moderately accountable — Most responses are 3, showing adequate responsibility.
Level 4: Highly accountable — Most responses are 4, showing dependable ownership.
Level 5: Exceptionally accountable — Most responses are 5, showing outstanding ownership and follow-through.

Recommendations

IF-THEN ANALYSIS RATING BASED ON ASSUMPTIONS FROM LEVEL 1 - 5 ABOVE

Rating 1: Needs urgent accountability support
Rating 2: Needs follow-through supervision
Rating 3: Meets basic ownership expectations
Rating 4: Demonstrates dependable ownership
Rating 5: Models exceptional accountability

C4AIK Training Suggestion

Training Consideraton

Training Outline

Training LInk

Training recommendation: Internal Audit and Risk Management for Development Sector

This program provides a comprehensive framework for internal audit and risk management tailored specifically for non-profit and development organizations. Developed within the context of the Centre for AID Information and Knowledge (C4AIK), the curriculum focuses on aligning audit standards with the unique operational challenges of the aid sector. Participants will learn practical risk assessment methodologies, compliance strategies, and governance structures that promote transparency and sustainable development impact. The course emphasizes capacity building and professional mentoring, ensuring that internal controls support institutional integrity and the effective delivery of aid programs while adhering to strict work ethics.

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