I want to plan a
project
by managing risks to
its success
Risk Register
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What is it and why
should I use it?
• This tool is a living
document that helps
you manage risks that
could jeopardize the
delivery of your
project.
Activity:
• What are the main risks in
your projects?
Examples of risks
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Political action or interference
Natural disasters
Misallocation of resources
Currency fluctuations
Changing donor mandates or policies
Social unrest
Low staff retention
Lack of necessary skills & expertise
Low capacities/ motivations of participants and/or community partners
Risk Response Strategies
Avoidance
Do not do (or do in a different
way)
Transference
Shifting (or sharing) the risk for
some aspect of the project
Mitigation
Acting to reduce the probability
and/or impact
Acceptance
Deciding to live with the risk
Activity:
• Think of examples of the
risk response strategies
from your projects.
Example of a Risk Register
Risk Description
Probability
Impact
Total
Owner
Project delayed if
recruitments not completed on
time
2
3
2X3=6
Project
Manager
Extra resources – more
resources needed if latrines
are not accepted and used
Major delay and possible
cancellation if conflict occurs
around elections
1
2
1
2
1X2=2
2X2=4
Actions
Add extra time to schedule
Coordinate with HR staff
Project
Manager
Monitor closely
Plan awareness raising work
Develop contingency plan and
budget
Director
Monitor together with other
organisations
Inform funders and other
stakeholders if situation
appears to be getting worse
Complete a risk register for one of your projects.
Risk Description
Probability
Impact
Total
Owner
Actions