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Working with evaluation stakeholders: A rationale, step-wise approach and toolkit
John M Bryson1, Michael Quinn Patton, Ruth A Bowman
1Hubert H. Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, 55455, United States. jmbryson@umn.edu
Evaluation and Program Planning
|August 3, 2010
Summary
Understanding stakeholder analysis is key for effective evaluation design. This article provides techniques to identify and analyze stakeholders, ensuring evaluations meet user needs and enhance their practical application.
Area of Science:
- Evaluation Science
- Social Science Research Methods
Background:
- Stakeholder importance in evaluation is recognized, but in-depth analysis of their interests and perspectives is often overlooked.
- Integrating stakeholder insights into evaluation design is crucial for ensuring relevance and utility.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide readers with practical techniques for identifying and analyzing evaluation stakeholders.
- To guide the application of stakeholder analysis in designing credible evaluations for primary intended use.
Main Methods:
- The article presents a range of techniques for stakeholder identification and analysis.
- Techniques are organized by their utility in informing evaluation design and utilization.
Main Results:
- Stakeholder analysis, when applied systematically, significantly enhances the credibility and intended use of evaluations.
- The presented techniques offer a structured approach to understanding diverse stakeholder needs and priorities.
Conclusions:
- Thorough stakeholder analysis is essential for developing utilization-focused evaluations.
- Applying these techniques can improve the practical relevance and impact of evaluation findings.
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