„Code of Conduct of LFA moderators“

Moderators who apply Logical Framework Analysis participatory analysis and planning procedures endorse the following professional behaviour:

Conduct towards clients

LFA Moderators ……

• adhere to the LFA method (e.g. participatory and procedurally)
• ensure professional quality of services (e.g. moderation behaviour, flexibility, reporting)
• strive at participants owning the results of the workshop
• respect confidentiality agreements with regard to sensitive client information
• explain strengths and weaknesses of LFA in a given context (e.g. time frame, complexity, objectives, participants)
• do not accept workshop assignments with predefined results (no alibi workshops)

Characteristics of an LFA moderator

An LFA moderator …..

• assures equal participation of all participants
• is a good listener and observer
• is punctual (good time manager)
• is trust worthy: says what (s)he does and does what (s)he says
• is flexible (adapts the LFA tool to circumstances in the workshop in respect of the methodology and in respect of the programme)
• has confidence in participants and takes them seriously
• maintains neutrality and independence
• does not interfere in the content