International Journal of Reviews and Research in Social Sciences

Sushant ¹

Affiliations
1 Indian Institute of Forest Management, Bhopal, IN

Abstract

The paper outlines a systematic review of resilience and similar concepts like ego-resilience, career resilience and psychological capital. Relevant research studies that have applied the concepts of resilience across diverse socio-cultural settings are summarized. The application of the construct in organizational setting through organizational resiliency scale is discussed. Recent scales to measure these construct like The Cross-Cultural Adaptability Inventory (CCAI) and R-14 are also summarized, along with criticism of each scale in light of practice and theory. Future application of construct is discussed in light of discussion on resilience.

Keywords

Resilience, Ego-Resilience, Career Resilience, Psychological Capital, Resilience Measurement.

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Sushant ¹, Rekha Singhal ¹

Affiliations
1 Indian Institute of Forest Management, Bhopal, IN

Abstract

The study review studies on organizational effectiveness in Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs). Various models of Organizational Effectiveness (OE) that have been applied in NGOs are discussed. Different viewpoints emerging from research done over the past four decades is synthesized. The review of models and research studies revealed little agreement among academic community on conceptualization of NGO effectiveness. While early studies focused on assessment of NGO effectiveness, contemporary studies have focused on processes that contribute to NGO effectiveness. The study found NGO effectiveness as a socially constructed concept conceptualized by perception of various stakeholders as per their understanding and interaction with organization. Most of the studies found board effectiveness as a common dimension of effectiveness. It was also found that development of a universal standard of NGO effectiveness to compare NGOs will not be possible because NGOs work on diverse themes, issues and approaches. The study proposes that future research will focus on multiple constituency model of effectiveness, and funders will continue to hold a strategic position in NGO management.

Keywords

Organizational Effectiveness, NGO Management, NGO Effectiveness, Multiple Constituency Model.

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